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Managers as Coaches: How To Get Started

Achievers

What’s the most important attribute of a good manager? You’d probably say that a manager’s value to the company is based on their ability to elicit the best possible performance from employees. The manager is responsible for motivating their team to achieve their highest potential. When you think about it, the role of a coach can be defined in the exact same way.

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5 Livestock Breeds Small-Scale Farmers Can Raise

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Farming is technically the oldest profession on the planet as humans have always harvested and grown food for consumption. In recent years farming has been done on a huge scale by farmers with large areas of land and massive machinery. However, the prevalence of small-scale farmers is increasing. Much of this is a result of […].

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Easy Ways to Improve Your Healthcare Recruiting Process

Hireology

“Do more with less…” This little phrase has permeated itself throughout the business world for decades. When I first heard this phrase our country was in the throes of the 2008 / 2009 financial crisis and things looked very bleak for our country. Businesses were shuttering their doors or reducing headcounts across every single industry. However, there was still a job to do for those fortunate enough to have remained employed, and we were all expected to dig deep and figure out a way to get mo

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10 Phone Interview Tips to Get to the Next Round

HR Digest

There’s truly nothing more rewarding than hearing from the recruiter that you’ve landed a phone interview for your dream job. It goes to show that all your hard work and efforts – editing your resume, writing a cover letter, and filling out applications on the web – have paid off. Unfortunately, a few have the skills to leave an impression during the phone screening process.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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5 Tips to Successfully Return to Work

Achievers

A hopeful revival of the global economy may be troubled by the recent uncertainty caused by the pandemic, but companies and managers alike are beginning to rethink a return to work. For business leaders, the task of reboarding after a national lockdown can feel unfamiliar. Workplace settings have had to overhaul policies and practices alike, with new safety measures like social distancing and remote work that might cause teams to break apart.

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How to Make Gratitude in the Workplace an Everyday Practice

15Five

When times get tough (e.g. 2020), dwelling on challenges can often exacerbate those struggles–especially at work. Negativity doesn’t just impact company morale, it directly affects engagement and productivity levels. However, when leaders intentionally spread gratitude in the workplace, they can help their teams, both in-person and remote, bounce back from hard times, keep relationships intact, and maintain motivation.

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Recruitment strategy: 6 tips to hire top talent

Insperity

Does your organization’s recruitment strategy need an update? It can be tempting to assume that the labor market is to blame when you’re having trouble finding qualified candidates or keeping new hires. But it may be time to renovate your employee recruitment strategy. How can you know if you need to make changes, and what changes could help? Read on.

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20 Thoughtful Holiday Messages to Employees

Achievers

What’s the ROI on getting into the spirit of the season? Don’t laugh, there’s real gold for your company in promoting the generosity and warmth of the holidays. You rely on your staff all year round to make your business run. If Santa Claus were real, you’d ask him to show up with the perfect gift for everyone in your company. Until you can figure out a way to make that happen, however, it’s up to you to play Santa.

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Easy Ways to Learn Complex Math- Smart Study Tips

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A lot of students struggle while doing math and they end up reacting like “I can’t do this anymore”, “This question took a lot of time”, “I do not understand this”. If your kids are facing the same issue or you yourself as a student facing the same issues. Then, this article is for you. […].

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Section 105 plans for dummies

PeopleKeep

Section 105 plans are a type of reimbursement health plan that allows small businesses to reimburse their employees for medical costs tax-free. Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are a popular type of Section 105 plan.

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‘Where Do You See Yourself Five Years From Now’: How To Answer This Tricky Question?

HR Digest

You are in a job interview, and the HR and the panelists ask about your experiences and qualifications. Suddenly the tricky question comes, ‘Where do you see yourself five years from now?’ What do you answer? Of all the questions that the HR asks, this question is asked to test the candidate’s commitment to the job role. How to answer this?

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Changes to W-2 Reporting for Tax Year 2020? You Can Thank COVID-19

Patriot Software

If you thought keeping up with yearly tax law changes was hard enough, you might not be happy to hear this news. There are a couple changes to Form W-2 reporting you may need to pay attention to. Read on to learn about important changes to W-2 reporting for tax year 2020 and what you […] READ MORE.

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Top five record-breaking Roulette facts and wins

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As one of the most popular casino games of all time, it’ll come as no surprised that Roulette has made a name for itself when it comes to breaking records! Some people out there are just lucky, and on a handful of occasions, they’ve brought that luck with them to the Roulette table. What’s more, […].

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.

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How to ‘sell’ your learning and development ideas to the CEO

Ascender

Development opportunities are a key driver of employee satisfaction and engagement, not to mention essential to the maintenance of technical proficiency and work quality. Despite the critical nature of learning to a company’s ability to progress and improve, all too often, it is seen as an optional extra in the HR budget. This becomes especially true when there is pressure to reduce operational costs.

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Importance of Practicing Emotional Resilience at Work

HR Digest

“Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.”. ? Nelson Mandela. Emotional Resilience is the ability to pick yourself up, no matter how many times life and its events push you down. Psychologists call the ability to walk through bad experiences ‘resilience’. “It generally means adapting well in the face of chronic or acute adversity,” says neuroscientist Dr Golnaz Tabibnia, who studies the neurological basis of emotional resilience at the Universi

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Standing Ovation: Recognizing Exceptional Employees | IT Team

WEX Inc.

Standing Ovation Award. A Standing Ovation is a special reward program at benefitexpress that honors employees who have gone above and beyond in fulfilling our Community Pillars. Nominations are submitted by fellow peers, and are tallied, read and carefully considered before being awarded at our company-wide 'Town Hall' meetings each quarter. Each award is read aloud by our chief operating officer to highlight just how much the winners have done to deserve the recognition—and when their names ar

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What to Know to Prepare for a Deposition

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There are a lot of reasons you might have to participate in a deposition. A deposition is considered part of the discovery process in a legal case. Depositions specifically are oral testimony that occurs under oath. Being prepared and knowing what to expect is important. What is a Deposition? In a lawsuit, all the parties […].

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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How do I calculate the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) employees?

PeopleKeep

xThe Affordable Care Act's employer mandate (aka Employer Shared Responsibility Payments or the Play or Pay decision) requires "applicable large employers” (ALE) to offer health insurance to employees. The definition of an ALE is an organization that has 50 or more “full-time equivalent” (FTE) employees.

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Sanford Health replaces CEO who refuses to wear masks

HR Digest

Kelby Krabbenhoft , the long-time president and CEO of Sanford Health , is out of a job days after he sent a controversial email to employees last week about his recovery from COVID-19. The board of trustees of Sanford Health released a statement that the organization has “mutually agreed to part ways” with Krabbenhoft. The 62-year-old told health care staff in an email Wednesday that he will not be wearing a mask to the office because he had recovered from the coronavirus and is, therefore, imm

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COVID-19: When is it Safe for Employees to Return to Work? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

The world continues to wait for a COVID-19 vaccine. Some businesses around the country have already returned to the office while others still rely on remote work operations. As companies continue to make progress on vaccines—and as coronavirus cases continue to surge—how should U.S. employers plan for the next several months of work?

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How to Remain Productive When Working From Your Bedroom

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The new normal has seemingly come to stay. Whether you are working full-time remotely or have a hybrid schedule of both in office as well as your home, it’s imperative you optimize your home office to the best of your ability. If you have smaller living quarters, your bedroom may be the most realistic option […].

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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Can’t Make Payroll? Here’s What You Can Do

Patriot Software

Help, I can’t pay my employees! If this thought has ever crossed your mind, you know how scary it can be. Realizing you can’t make payroll might make you feel anxious, embarrassed, and helpless. But, it doesn’t have to. There are a number of things you can do if you can’t make payroll that could […] READ MORE.

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Tax-free vs. tax-deferred vs. taxable health benefits

PeopleKeep

Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) enable employers to reimburse employees for premiums and out-of-pocket medical expenses “tax-free.” Customers frequently have questions about what the difference is between categories of health benefits that are tax-free, tax-deferred, and taxable. This article defines them and also discusses some nuances about HRA taxability.

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My employee has jury duty: an employer’s guide

Insperity

As a business owner, how will you handle an employee’s summons for jury duty? Serving on a jury is one of the highest duties of citizenship. The federal or a state government summons a citizen to appear as part of the selection process for choosing a jury. If selected, a juror will join a body of 12 people who are sworn to render a verdict, penalty or judgment in a legal case.

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How Will Generation Alpha Use Social Media?

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Have you ever wondered how the next generation will use social media? PostBeyond has predicted how generation alpha will use social media, from their shopping habits, trusting peers online, to their screen time. You can view the full research here. Screen time is increasing with each generation, with 21% of Generation Alpha predicted to spend […].

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.