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How to Convert a Disengaged Employee Into An Engaged One

Achievers

Disengagement is contagious and costly, and it’s your responsibility as a manager or HR professional to deal with this contagion before it spreads throughout your workplace. Overall, 16 percent of employees are actively disengaged, according to Gallup , but even one disengaged employee is one too many. You can spot an actively disengaged worker as someone who disrupts projects by dropping the ball, overburdens co-workers who have to complete undone tasks, and ruins team cohesiveness by undercutt

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The Next Employee Challenge: Loneliness In the Workplace

HR Bartender

Loneliness is not the same as being alone. Being alone is … being by yourself. If you Google loneliness, it’s being “sad because one has no friends or company.” Often, we talk about loneliness in terms of older people. In the New York Times article, “ The Surprising Effects of Loneliness on Health ”, the author shares that loneliness can raise stress levels, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and dementia.

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9 Crucial Rules to Remember When Having Difficult Conversations with Employees

Insperity

Have you ever heard your car make a noise that didn’t sound right? Even as the noise grows louder, you put off getting it fixed. Then one day, your car breaks down. The realization that you could have avoided the problem earlier hits you like a punch to the gut. Unfortunately, this is the same logic exercised by many business leaders when it comes to difficult conversations with employees.

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Does Performance Management Really Help Every Employee Become Their Best Self?

15Five

I’m about to introduce you to a proven methodology called Best-Self Management , that has led to unbelievable success at my company, and for every employee. By building a work culture and instituting practices that supported each person in being and becoming their best self, high performance and uncommon loyalty resulted naturally across the board. But first it’s important for you to understand how I got here.

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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 Things Amazing Company Mission Statements All Have in Common

Achievers

What is it about your company culture that defines your organization’s identity and builds your employee alignment? How do you tell the world about the values behind your company? A mission statement keeps everyone on the same page with respect to why you’re even in business at all. While you may feel that your primary purpose for existing is to be financially profitable, no company will achieve long-term success if its only mission is “to make money.

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Reduce Financial Stress with This Type of Insurance

Best Money Moves

Reduce financial stress with this type of insurance. Research by Life Happens shows most Americans with life insurance experience less financial stress knowing their family is financially protected. Americans say feeling financially secure adds the most meaning to their lives, even more than being in love or owning a home, according to recent research by Life Happens.

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Meeting of the Three-Member Panel

Florida Regulatory Workers' Compensation News

On February 12, 2019 The Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Workers' Compensation announces a public meeting of the Three-Member Panel that will be held on Monday, February 18, 2019, beginning at 1:00 p.m. in room 116 of the J. Edwin Larson Building located at 200 East Gaines Street, Tallahassee, Florida. This public meeting, to which all are invited, has been convened to facilitate the Panel's consideration of the following items: The Three-Member Panel 2019 Biennial Report R

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12 Actionable Growth Hacking Strategies to Boost Your Startup

Take It Personel-ly

Growth hacking refers to the non-traditional tricks used to multiply a business’ growth rate and improve product adoption, especially for a startup whose sole mission is either to grow fast or die. Therefore, growth hackers only focus on a single goal – to achieve phenomenal growth for the business in the least time possible without […].

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Bookmark This! Cybersecurity In the Workplace Edition

HR Bartender

Technology is a big part of our personal and professional lives. And I don’t anticipate that changing anytime in the near future. But with technology comes risk and the need for cybersecurity. We need to be responsible technology users. . TechCrunch recently published five “how-to” guides focused on covering cybersecurity basics. If you’re not familiar, TechCrunch is a U.S. based publisher on technology industry news.

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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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How to reduce workers’ compensation costs: 3 proven strategies

Insperity

Are you struggling with how to reduce workers’ compensation costs for your business? If not, do you understand the sizeable risk that workers’ compensation claims pose to your business, and do you have a plan in place for when these claims arise? From a simple muscle strain to more serious, long-term ailments, on-the-job injuries are no joke. As a business owner, your preparedness for these situations can determine the fate of your business.

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We’re Only Human 50: Hitting a Milestone (Plus Special Guests)

UpstartHR

Welcome to our 50th episode! In today’s show Ben takes a different approach with a solo show to catch up on some happenings at Lighthouse Research, some of the key activities coming up on the research agenda, and some personal reflections now that the book is out in the market. Listen in to hear from a handful of special guests that are very “close” to the show.

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Where Hobbies Meet Work and Interests Make Money

Take It Personel-ly

Photo by Pete O’Shea // CC BY 2.0 We all want to make a little bit more money, with less effort and more enjoyment. If this means doing more of what you love, then why not give it a go? Here we take a look at examples of interests that can make you extra on […].

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Is it Time to Break-Up with Your Ben Admin Provider?

WEX Inc.

Like relationships, it can be hard to pull the plug from a partner who is not fulfilling your needs. Maybe you're experiencing broken promises, poor communication, or you were sold a field of dreams. Is it time to see what else is out there? You deserve a partner who will work overtime for you and value the relationship. Take our friendly quiz to reveal your relationship results!

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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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The Most Obvious Signs of Ageism in the Workplace

HR Digest

Workplace ageism is still a major challenge in our modern-day corporate setting despite the depth of knowledge possessed by current employers and HR managers on the values of an inclusive work environment. Ageism in the workplace has not just survived discrimination laws but continues to evolve, manifesting in different forms as employers sort for credulous means of ridding aging workers or blocking certain age range from assuming some positions.

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Constructing Hope: Interview of Patricia Daniels

Business Management Daily

An interview on starting a non-profit with Patricia Daniels, Executive Director of Constructing Hope , a Portland OR-based non-profit organization that strives to create career paths in the construction industry for people including the formerly incarcerated, homeless, and in recovery. The post Constructing Hope: Interview of Patricia Daniels appeared first on Business Management Daily.

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What are the three main areas of concern in corporate finance?

Take It Personel-ly

Corporate finance is the lifeblood of any business. It relates directly to how a business will have enough money to deal with day to day issues, plan for the future and even deal with the funds that are already available. Finance is a complicated area, but, it is one that every business has to master […].

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Hireology Employee Spotlight: Liz Walla

Hireology

This post is part of our Hireology employee spotlight series. Continue reading to learn more about a day in the life as a Hireologist! Name: Liz Walla. Team: Sales, Healthcare. Role: Account Executive II. Liz has been with Hireology since May 2018, she started as an Account Executive I and was recently promoted to Account Executive II. Read on to learn more about Liz and her impact on our Healthcare Team.

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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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Value of the human experience dominates 2019 CIPHR customer conference

cipHR

Keynote speakers Karen Moran and David D’Souza challenge and inspire delegates at the exclusive one-day event. Delivering an exceptional experience for employees was the dominant theme at last week’s CIPHR customer conference. Keynote speaker Karen Moran, director of Disruptive HR , urged HR professionals to get to know their workforces on a deeper level: “[become] like consumer-led organisations who know their customers… It’s about asking yourself: ‘how do I want my workforce to feel?

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New trends in HR management and how to adapt them

Business Management Daily

HR management professionals must continue evolving to succeed in these fast-moving times. Here are eight key workplace trends to plan for, and how to request them. The post New trends in HR management and how to adapt them appeared first on Business Management Daily.

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Tips on How to Hasten the Growth of a Beard

Take It Personel-ly

Do you keep checking yourself in the mirror hoping that your beard finally grew? You are one of the many people who also wish to have a long and well-defined beard. The problem is that it is not easy for beards to grow no matter how desperate you are. There are ways to hasten the […].

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How to Handle Employee Gossip?

HR Digest

Employee gossip in the workplace is a very common issue despite not having any real positive effect in the workplace. In the worst case, a small group of workplace gossipers can seriously impede a company's morale. Even in its comparatively harmless case, it’s a huge time waster and can spread as fast as a bad cold. To stamp out gossip among employees is practically impossible, but it can be curtailed.

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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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20 Healthy Plant-Based Snacks and Recipes To Keep You Energized and Feeling Great

SnackNation

20 Healthy Plant-Based Snacks and Recipes To Keep You Energized and Feeling Great. When it comes to our day-to-day diets, sometimes it’s best to follow the mantra of “keep it simple.”. So in a day and age where fatty, processed foods are the norm, eating more healthy plant-based snacks is a smart move. Even if you don’t plan on going full-on vegan or vegetarian, the benefits of eating a plant-based diet are well-documented.

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Workplace Loneliness- The Silent Killer Of Your Organization

Vantage Circle

Workplace loneliness is a growing epidemic. Loneliness at work is a real problem and it’s affecting businesses, relationships, and wellbeing. Research has revealed that loneliness has the same health risks as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In spite of the world being connected with the advent of technology and social media, people are lonelier and feel isolated than ever before.

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Six Months Of Paid Parental Leave Is Enough, Gates Foundation Says

Wellable

In an era when companies are looking to expand their benefits to attract and retain employees, one organization says that it is reducing its generous paid parental leave. Since 2015, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has offered mothers and fathers 52 weeks of paid time off (PTO) in the first year of a child’s birth or adoption.

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Employee Benefits Issues in Mergers & Acquisitions - Free HR Webinar

WEX Inc.

As of September 2018, merger and acquisition deals involving American companies reported a value of $1.3 trillion and represented 40% of all global M&A activity — putting 2018 on pace to break records for corporate consolidation. Mammoth agreements like Cigna Group’s acquisition of Express Scripts Holding Co. and Keurig Green Mountain Inc’s merge with Dr Pepper Snapple Group are just two examples of the wave of M&A touching companies and industries of all shapes and sizes.

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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.