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Cornerstone Named One of the 2016 Best Workplaces for Women

Cornerstone On Demand

We need more women in the HR technology industry. There are countless studies linking gender balance with increased performance, innovation and creativity — but currently, only 26 percent of computing jobs and five percent of leadership positions in the technology industry are held by women.

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Don't Let Stranger Things Happen to Your Hiring Process

ClearCompany HRM

Having an outstanding hiring process is a must for organizations trying to bring and keep great talent. Of candidates who have a bad experience with an organization, 42% would never apply for any other job opening at that company again, and 22% would convince their friends not to as well. How do you keep your process from turning into something of supernatural proportions, though?

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Moving Past Exam Failure – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

It’s okay to make a mistake. We all do. The tough part is moving past the mistake. That’s the situation this HR Bartender reader is facing. I’ve been in my profession for over a decade and have a master’s degree in my field. Recently, I tried to obtain my professional certification but was unsuccessful. I’ve never been good with tests, so I took a preparation course.

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How to Have “The Talk” with a Lax Employee

Hppy

You’ve recently hired an employee who nailed the interview. They answered every question with optimism and creativity and their CV was off the charts. Thinking of yourself as a good judge of character, you didn’t bother to call and check their references; you could tell they were going to fit in well. A couple of months go by, and the person you thought you hired still hasn’t shown up to work.

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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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6 Sustainable Strategies to Attract Millennials

ATD Human Capital

An organization’s mission, vision, and culture have a significant impact on the quality of the candidates it attracts, especially Millennials. Given the pervasiveness of social media, websites, and “best of” rankings, an organization’s culture is apparent to potential candidates well before they become an employee. Highly successful companies engage potential candidates on key issues, such as their sustainability vision, strategy, and programs as part of their information

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8 Performance Management Truths from the Experts

Kazoo

These last few years have been a huge turning point for the evolution of HR processes around employee development and performance management. Whether you have 10 or 10,000 employees, companies of all sizes are making the effort to update their review processes to more accurately reflect the way work gets done. A rising problem is that nearly everyone has an opinion on what these new processes should look like.

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How to Use Tech to Bridge the Gap for Remote Workers

Take It Personel-ly

Telework, or working from home, is on the rise. The benefits of doing so are vast, and everyone is starting to see it — especially some of the biggest employers out there. Companies like Amazon, Dell, IBM, Apple and more now allow their employees to log hours from home. One Global Workplace Analytics report reveals … Continue reading How to Use Tech to Bridge the Gap for Remote Workers.

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we’re not allowed to bring coffee to work, my coworker is faking his expertise, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. My coworker is faking his expertise for the promotion he’s applying for. Our director of IT gave notice this week. Two internal people have expressed interest in the job. We are a small company, and the director of IT is the only IT professional on staff. We are a financial institution, so IT security is super important.

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Be Different !!

Everyday People

Have you ever had someone tell you that you’re “different”? If you have, I’ll bet you didn’t like it. We don’t want to be seen as being outside the norm. Throughout our lives we do our best to blend in because it’s more comfortable for us, and we feel safer being in groups. It’s not easy to stand away from the pack.

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9 Leave Management Mistakes To Avoid This Year

The article talks about the 9 leave management mistakes that you should be avoiding with smarter technology in your organisation and save business costs.

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Recruiting and Hiring Jokes - Your Dose of Humor

TalentLyft

Make your workplace more fun by sharing these recruiting and hiring jokes with them. We know you work hard all day – every day, but it is easier when you do it with a smile. So we decided to give you a reason to do some face muscle workout this week :) So we gathered top 5 recruitment jokes of the week, one for each day. Share it with your co-workers and friends who need it.

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10 fun (and free) things to do at #CIPDACE16

HRGem

It’s nearly that time of year again. When the great and good of the HR world converge on Manchester like employees around the free fruit on wellbeing day.

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Mompreneurs Should Use These Handy Tools For Handling Financial Matters

Take It Personel-ly

Mompreneurs often have to handle their own financial matters. When you’re handling a solo business venture, bookkeeping and accounting are essential. It’s a legal requirement that you keep financial records. You’ll also need to be aware of how much profit you’re making. Many people worry about the hardships of handling business finances. But don’t fret. … Continue reading Mompreneurs Should Use These Handy Tools For Handling Financial Matters.

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Kronos Continues to Drive Workforce Engagement In Public Safety

Empower Software

New enhancements in the latest version of Workforce TeleStaff, an automated public safety scheduling and notification solution from Kronos Incorporated, further empowers first responders to succeed in their mission-critical jobs.

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

Speaker: Jen Kirkwood - Partner, Responsible HR & AI at IBM and World Economic Forum Executive Fellow

The promise of AI for today’s organizations is real, yet in a frenzied state of experimentation, many stumble to get to a full-scale enterprise. As companies race to discover what generative AI can do, HR must lead conversations about how to balance cutting-edge innovations with integrity, trust, and diversity. Globally, organizations are at a critical intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AI acceleration.

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Happy Halloween: Top Workplace Ghoul Articles

HR C-Suite

We hope that you have a fun and safe Halloween holiday! Below are a collection of our favorite workplace ghoul articles. Enjoy.if you dare! Peace, Pay and the Walking Dead by Late Colonel (Ret) Terry Fobbs, Ph.D. The Change Gremlin by Late Colonel (Ret) Terry Fobbs, Ph.D. Dealing with the Workplace Tasmanian Devil by Late […].

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How to win back time for the HR essentials

Ascender

The traditional HR role was one characterised by manual and time-consuming tasks. But with the advent of improved technologies, the low-value elements of an HR professional’s role have been eradicated, leaving them to concentrate on what they’re really good at – managing talent. Everybody knows that successful businesses are differentiated by customer and employee experience.

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Training Programs for Employees vs. Hiring From Outside: What's the Best Option?

ADP

When you face a talent gap, is it better to develop the talent you need via training programs for employees or bring in talent from the outside?

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The Power of Employee Recognition

EmployeeConnect

Make no mistake, an organisation that fosters an environment that motivates employees and rewards positive behaviours will attract the best talent, maintain a strong, positive culture and retain the rockstars that outperform the competition. Whether you’re in, a football team, the boardroom or, the bedroom, the same rules apply. If you want someone to consistently perform to the best of their abilities, the environment has to be conducive to success.

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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.