Thu.Oct 20, 2016

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The Value of HR Analytics: Why Every Company Should Be A Quantified Organization

Visier

Since joining Visier, I’ve been thinking a lot about the value of workforce analytics. I came to this organization because in my prior life as a researcher, my core focus was HR technology adoption and the value organizations derive from it. In fact, a consistent finding from the annual Sierra-Cedar HR Systems Survey (which I managed for 16 years) was that “ organizations with workforce analytics outperform.”.

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Taking care of customers by taking care of employees, Part 2

Steve Boese

A few months ago I shared on the blog some details about fast-food giant McDonald's recent improvements in both same store sales, customer satisfaction, and customer service, (think shorter wait times in the drive thru), that were largely attributed by McDonald's CEO to a series of comprehensive hourly wage increases for thousands of front-line staff.

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The You, Me and We of Career Development

HR Bartender

I’ve mentioned before that I have a tendency to stockpile magazines so I can read during flights. This time of year is conference season which tends to be my busiest, with a lot of travel from September through the end of the year. Well, this year I have even more travel than usual. During a recent flight, I was reading some old issues of Training Magazine on my way to Austin for the Great Place to Work’s Small and Medium Business Conference and it occurred to me that today’s career development

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The Importance of Recognition in the Workplace

Reflektive

Want to join the HR Roundtable and contribute insight to a monthly hot topic in HR innovation? Email dani@reflektive.com for more information. A good compliment goes a long way. The impact of positive recognition in today’s workplace can be summed up in two results: repeated good behavior and motivation. When a manager, executive, or peer affirms a success, the employee knows their contribution is valuable.

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Preventing Workplace Violence and Complying with California’s New Legal Requirements (SB-553)

Speaker: Speakers:

Every company everywhere should have a plan to combat workplace violence and properly respond to violent incidents. California has stepped to the plate and become the first state to mandate workplace violence prevention requirements for employees and employers. Even if you are in a different state or country, these workplace violence requirements are applicable to almost every employer anywhere.

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10 Scary HR Stats That’ll Make You Howl This Halloween

Achievers

Skeletons in closets, magic disappearing acts, and people masquerading as someone else: Is Halloween coming or is it just the normal everyday stuff of HR nightmares? This year, avoid spooky business in the office by brushing up on these important HR trends. #1: Unsuccessful New Hires Haunting Your Halls. A recent survey by Leadership IQ reported that, “46 percent of newly hired employees will fail within 18 months.” Forty-six percent!

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L&D Hangout - How a Learning Function Can Make Managers "Career Agents".

The HR Capitalist

Video below (email subscribers click through) - I had the opportunity to talk with Alison Cooley and Ed Badwin on the Meridian Hangout last week related to this emerging conversation: How can we get managers to shift the conversation and approach leadership from the employee's point of view? We're in peak economic cycle with candidates/employees having the advantage when it comes to options.

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4 Secrets to a Productive Work Environment

ATD Human Capital

Real success at work can only be sustained by building great relationships, which comes from treating everyone with respect, patience, and kindness. The better your relationships, the happier and more enjoyable your work will be. Here are four reasons why. Good Relationships Mean Teamwork and High Employee Morale. Positive relations are the core of teamwork and high employee morale.

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NLRB Takes A Stand In The Ongoing Misclassification Battle

ACA Times

Employee Misclassification continues to be an issue, as more contract employment arises and information regarding health care, hours, wages, and tax liabilities are not being met by said contractors. At the end of August, the National Labor Relations Board issued an advice from 2015, making a very valid point about Misclassification. The advice memorandum highlights that wrongful classifications of independent contractors are in violation of the National Labor Relations Act.

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Bring Workplace Zombies Back from the Undead

DDI

Workplace zombies are often the result of poor leadership. By listening to their concerns and offering challenging projects, leaders can help bring workplace zombies back from the dead.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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#WorkTrends Recap: “The 11 Laws of Likability”

TalentCulture

Most of us want people to like us, especially in social settings, but sometimes the idea of going out there and schmoozing seems phony and feels like pretending. And who wants to feel like a phony? No one. Guess what? You don’t have to, according to today’s #Worktrends’ guest, Michelle Lederman. Michelle is the author of the book, “ The 11 Laws of Likability ,” which talks about the value of connecting with others in meaningful and authentic ways.

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VR Headsets and Human Resource Technology — Yes, I’m Serious

Oracle HCM - Modern HR in the Cloud

If you happened to stop by Oracle’s booth at the HR Technology & Expo earlier this month, you saw we were giving away virtual reality (VR) headsets. If you’re not familiar with VR headsets, let me describe them. Once you put them on, you’re completely immersed in whatever is displayed on a screen that’s right in front of your eyes.

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can I ask my manager to tell sick people to stay at home?

Ask a Manager

This is timely, because I’m currently laid up with a fever and terrible sore throat… A reader writes: I work for a company with an accrued PTO policy that is used for all vacation time and sick leave. However, we have the option to work from home if we need to, and the manager of my group is pretty flexible and understanding. However, over the past few weeks, several of my coworkers have come into the office while obviously sick.

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The Five Worst Things You Can Do After You Lose Your Job

Evil HR Lady

When boss yanks your job out from under your feet , the result can be devastating. Whether you’re fired because of misbehavior on your part or a mistake on the company’s part, it feels awful. If you’re laid off, you at least have the comfort of knowing it wasn’t your fault, but that doesn’t change the fact that you had a job yesterday and you don’t have one today.

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Trending Payroll Statistics

Staying up-to-date on the latest decisions and payroll statistics ensures businesses can remain compliant and efficient. B2B Reviews research compiled the latest data to help businesses stay on top of payroll in 2024 and prepare for the future.

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some surprising benefits of procrastinating (at last!)

Ask a Manager

Over at the Fast Track by QuickBase today, I take a look at several big work-related stories in the news right now: some surprising benefits of procrastinating (at last!), misconceptions about remote work, and more. You can read it here. You may also like: walking in on a coworker who’s clearly procrastinating how can I back out of a mentoring relationship?

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Wells Fargo: An Object Lesson in the Connection Between the Employee Experience and the Customer Experience

WorqIQ

It’s been a tough few weeks for Wells Fargo, and that’s probably a colossal understatement. Once considered a pillar of the banking industry, Wells Fargo’s positive reputation is now as mythical as the phony customer accounts its employees created in order to meet sales quotas and keep their jobs. Instead of creating an employee experience aligned with Wells Fargo’s values, they created an environment where employees who missed their targets had to work overtime or on the weekends.

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Downsizing your workforce: 6 ways to keep your remaining employees motivated

Insperity

So, you’ve made the decision to downsize your workforce. Chances are, this wasn’t an easy decision. But nonetheless, here you are, preparing to lay off a large percentage of your staff. And you know, if this process isn’t handled properly, it could cause a huge disruption to your business. When preparing to downsize your workforce, you must be proactive – look at the long-term problems and goals.

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my department assistant is grumpy and impatient with me

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: My department’s administrative assistant (we’ll call her Olga) is incredibly impatient, and expects me to quickly complete things that I don’t have any control over. For example, I work often with her on finalizing the contracts for freelancers that we work with. She will create the contract, and I will email it to the freelancer, as I’m their main contact for the organization.

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The Ultimate LMS Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need to Know When Purchasing an LMS

Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.

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HR Technology Is Helping to Change the Entire Work Culture

TLNT: The Business of HR

Recognize This! – Trends in HR for the year ahead will emphasize empowerment, the employee experience, and ultimately a more human workplace.

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Did a federal appellate court just require employers to invent ADA crystal balls?

The Employer Handbook

Actually, as I see it, yes, Eric is utilizing hyperbole. But, this recent Eighth Circuit opinion in a case involving the duty to accommodate under the Americans with Disabilities Act is a dicey one for employers. The plaintiff in Kowitz v. Trinity Health (opinion here ) began working as a respiratory therapist, before transitioning into the position of lead technician in the blood gas laboratory.

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Overlooked HR Benefits Of Holding Regular Wellness Talks

HR C-Suite

Starting a wellness program for your office can seem daunting. Do you start with a health fair? How much should you spend to create a memorable event? Is there any real benefit to hosting one health event once a year? Will it hold any impact or benefits for your employees? Lunch & Learn talks to […].

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EEOC to Ratchet Up Scrutiny of Gig Economy Employers

TLNT: The Business of HR

This week the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission approved an updated Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP) for fiscal years 2017–2021, setting out its priorities and strategies for the near term. The SEP builds on a prior plan issued in December 2012, which guided EEOC activity for the past four years.

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Are There Gaps in Your HR Policies?

Putting the right HR policies in place can help your organization grow smoothly and help your company culture thrive. Use this essential HR checklist to cover the basics and make sure there aren’t any gaps in your HR functions.

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Onboarding: The Path To Success Starts Here [Webcast]

Ceridian

In today’s workplace, onboarding is more critical than ever to ensure that employees start their new career on the right foot and that they remain engaged for the duration of their employment. Onboarding can be cumbersome for even the most experienced HR professional to facilitate. The preparation of personnel files, keeping track and storing confidential HR information and setting up employees with all the tools that they need can be overwhelming and difficult to keep track of.

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How Are You Using Your Seat At the Table?

TLNT: The Business of HR

I have 40 years of experience as an HR executive, authored a book about Repurposing HR, and have a healthy following in social media on my articles related to positioning HR as a business partner. Heck I even got an “ HR seat at the table ” article published on the Harvard Business Review blog. My experience and study tells me that HR has an opportunity to dramatically influence organizations both in business and in the human aspects of the organization.

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5 Strategies to Engage Millennial Employees

Hppy

If by know we’re aware that things change along with the new generations, we can definitely state that Millennials are much more complex than the previous generations. According to the definition , millennials are persons who were born around 1970s-2000s. These individuals are becoming familiar with the digital world early in their life; therefore, they develop specific mindsets and behaviors that translate into different needs and expectations for their workplace.

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ADP Marketplace is Now the Largest Human Capital Management App Ecosystem

ADP

Great news: ADP Marketplace is Now the Largest Human Capital Management App Ecosystem ADP Marketplace, a cloud-based app store designed to help.

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2024 HR Calendar of Important Dates

64% of HR managers lack the time and resources to meet HR compliance challenges and 50% of HR professionals lack confidence in their ability to keep up with ever-changing rules and regulations ( UpCounsel ). This free calendar from Paycor can help.

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The Trend of Job Hopping in 2016

Corn on the Job

It seems like every year, new trends arise with regard to just about everything from fashion choices to the way people choose to handle their lives, new trends arise on a routine basis. This includes perceptions about jobs and finding the career that is right for each individual. In 2016, one of the most prevalent trend seems to centre around job hopping, the tendency for a person to work in one location for a few months, only to quit that job and move on to something different.

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The 2016 Presidential Candidates and Immigration: Reformation Challenges Ahead

Paychex

The presidential candidates continue to communicate their platform, but perhaps the most polarizing issue of the campaign is the candidates' respective positions on immigration. The immigrant workforce will be affected no matter which candidate is elected in November.

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New Workers’ Comp Law Changes Definitions of Excluded Employees and May Affect Your Existing Policies

HRWatchdog

Upcoming changes to workers’ compensation insurance policies. This week, Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones notified workers’ compensation insurers of up-coming changes to the definition of “employee” and to who is an excluded employee. The changes are a result of recently signed legislation, Assembly Bill 2883. Beginning January 1, 2017, all business workers’ compensation insurance policies, including in-force policies, will be required to cover, among others, certain officers and di