August, 2009

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How SaaS-y is your HR software vendor? What does SaaS mean to you?

Josh Bersin

The term SaaS (Software as a Service) has become a hot topic among HR and L&D software providers. In fact, many of the HR software buyers use stories about their “SaaS-iness” as their major selling points. To try to help demistify this topic, I’d like to take some time to explain what SaaS means to. Read more» The post How SaaS-y is your HR software vendor?

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"Fill the Gap": A Flickr Learning Activity?

The Bamboo Project Blog

Through a really excellent article about how the Smithsonian is embracing social media, I ran across their "Fill the Gap" project, in which they used Flickr to engage the public in finding a piece of art from their collection to "fill the gap" to be left by a painting that will go into storage. This also seems like a really fun learning and community-building strategy to me.

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Enterprise 2.0: Skip the Pilot

Transparent Office

Get out your pitchforks, I'm about to commit Enterprise 2.0 heresy. There's an orthodoxy in Enterprise 2.0 circles about how you're supposed to run an implementation. The orthodoxy goes something like this: Start with small-scale pilots, define your business objectives, watch the pilots closely, evaluate their success, make a go/no-go decision. (A good recent articulation of this view is in Chris McGrath's recent post on 8 Tips for a Successful Social Intranet Pilot.

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Changing Diapers

Evil HR Lady

Since my "official" title here in Switzerland is "Hausfrau" (really, it's on my paperwork!), I thought I'd comment on that ever so fun task of changing stinky diapers. First of all, I'd like to express my love and appreciation to the designers, scientists, engineers (diaper engineer, if there is such a thing), and marketers who created the modern disposable diaper.

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The Engagement Engine: Strategies for Building a High-Performance Culture

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

Many companies strive for a positive culture with happy employees. But what if you could achieve more? High-performing cultures are the McLarens of the business world, leaving Camrys in the dust. They unlock exceptional results by fostering innovation, engagement, and continuous growth. In this webinar, we'll demystify the concept and provide practical steps to kickstart the journey toward a high-performing culture in your organization.

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: Twitter Tips for Job Seekers

45 Things

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Friday, August 28, 2009 Twitter Tips for Job Seekers I think most job seekers have gotten the word that they need to integrate social media into their search efforts, but I’m getting a bit alarmed at what some of them are Twittering.

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Are Customers Satisfied with Talent Management Software? Find out.

Josh Bersin

As the talent management software industry continues to grow and mature, it is time to ask some critical questions. How well do these systems really work? How well do they drive value? Do they meet customer expectations? And what can vendors, customers, and consultants do to create higher levels of satisfaction and ROI? We will. Read more» The post Are Customers Satisfied with Talent Management Software?

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Autonomy, Mastery and Purpose

The Bamboo Project Blog

An interesting post over on Presentation Zen about Dan Pink's TED Talk on motivation, that Garr summarizes nicely: We don't need sweeter carrots and sharper sticks, Dan says. We need a whole new approach, an approach that puts more stock in intrinsic motivation. Dan identifies three elements that comprise a new way of thinking about management: Autonomy: The urge to direct our own lives.

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The Village

True Faith HR

'As an educator and advisor to a SHRM student chapter, I am always looking for excellent resources that will help my students prepare for the workplace and their career. With that in mind, "Rock the PHR HR Certification Handbook" is a welcome addition to that pool of resources. Compiled by Ben Eubanks ( UpstartHR.com ) with able assistance from April Dowling ( psuedohr.com ), "Rock the PHR" outlines a 10-week guide to taking the PHR exam, starting with tips to get you started, going through each

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Informational Interviews

Evil HR Lady

I work at an organization where our managers do informational interviewers without talking with HR. Our policy per our AAP states that we only accept applications and interview candidates for open positions. Is there any harm in doing an informational interview if we have no interest in hiring them in the end? For those of you who have never had the pleasure, an AAP is an Affirmative Action Plan and is required by the good old Federal Government for some companies.

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Your 2024 Annual Talent Acquisition Roadmap: Its Seasonal!

Recruiting is seasonal! Our popular Talent Acquisition Roadmap helps you master seasonal hiring like a boss. We break down key data on the ever-changing job market so you can take advantage of peak hiring times and ace recruiting even in slower seasons. Whether you need to scale up your team quickly or get creative in tighter times, this roadmap helps you understand the recruiting landscape.

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: Julia Child's Passion Brings.

45 Things

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, August 19, 2009 Julia Childs Passion Brings Employees Together I recently saw the movie "Julie/Julia," and was so inspired I made Julia Childs roast chicken the next day. While I wont go into details, suffice it to say that it was a hit at my house and my family wants me to now make all my meals with two pounds of butter.

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ReviewSNAP Partners with Personnel Management Systems, Inc. to Provide Web-based Performance Management System

Reviewsnap

'ReviewSNAP™ and Personnel Management Systems, Inc. (PMSI) announced today that they have signed an exclusive agreement to offer and deliver ReviewSNAP’s performance management system to PMSI clients. PMSI, one of the leading providers of human resource management services, conducted an extensive search for a robust Web-based performance management system and selected ReviewSNAP from among several companies.

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Talent Management Software Market shows Signs of Life

Josh Bersin

Even in this year’s terrible economy, the Talent Management Software market continues to show signs of life. We estimate this important market will reach around $2.4 Billion by the end of 2009 and continues to grow in size and importance. How the Talent Management Software Market is Expanding. Total HR spending across all industries, including.

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Autonomy, Mastery and Purpose

The Bamboo Project Blog

An interesting post over on Presentation Zen about Dan Pink's TED Talk on motivation, that Garr summarizes nicely: We don't need sweeter carrots and sharper sticks, Dan says. We need a whole new approach, an approach that puts more stock in intrinsic motivation. Dan identifies three elements that comprise a new way of thinking about management: Autonomy: The urge to direct our own lives.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Age of Consent

True Faith HR

'On Wednesday and Thursday, I will be attending the WI SHRM State Leadership Conference at the Hotel Mead in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. I will be responsible for conducting a breakout session involving two SHRM core leadership areas - Workforce Readiness and College Relations. In mid-July, the Conference Board, in conjunction with SHRM, ASTD, and Corporate Voices for Working Families, released a research report entitled, " The Ill-Prepared U.S.

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No Money to Pay

Evil HR Lady

We are having financial issues like many companies. We are having difficulty funding our payroll and we were late last week by 2 days but made it. It doesn’t look like we will have the funding for next week’s payroll. Should I recommend to the President that we lay off all employees? At least they could apply for unemployment or look for other possible jobs.

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Holding Your Own Against a Motormouth

45 Things

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Friday, August 14, 2009 Holding Your Own Against a Motormouth If your strategy is to fly below the radar in meetings, secretly checking messages on your Blackberry or working the crossword puzzle, you may want to re-think your game plan.

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Offer Up A More Robust Statistical Dashboard

Reviewsnap

'We are very excited to announce that we will be offering a more robust statistical dashboard in ReviewSNAP. The estimated date of completion is September 4th. We will be tripling the number of statistical reports available for performance appraisals and 360 degree feedback and making the dashboard more dynamic allowing you to filter the information you would like to see.

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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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Talent Management Software Market shows Signs of Life

Josh Bersin

Even in this year’s terrible economy, the Talent Management Software market continues to show signs of life. We estimate this important market will reach around $2.4 Billion by the end of 2009. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management. Tags: HR Systems LMS, LCMS Talent Management authoria CornerstoneOnDemand GeoLearning Halogen Software hrsmart iCIMS Jobfox SimplyHired Jobs2Web Learn.com Oracle PeopleClick Plateau Systems

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Some Links for the Day

The Bamboo Project Blog

Recession-Proof Graduate View more documents from choehn. I'm on my way out the door to do a 2.5 day social media training session for staff at Centers for Independent Living. My blogging has been so sporadic of late, though, I felt like I needed to do a post before I go. So some links that have been hanging out in my "blogthis" tag on Delicious: Is 15 Minutes the New Hour of Corporate Training?

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We All Stand

True Faith HR

'It was with equal parts laughter, derision, and shock that I read of a recent college graduate who is suing her former school for $70,000 when she found that she was unable to find suitable employment: Thompson, a graduate of Monroe College , is suing her school for the $70,000 she spent on tuition because she hasn''t found solid employment since receiving her bachelor''s degree in April, according to a published report.

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What's the purpose of having someone answer your phone?

Evil HR Lady

Over at Ask a Manager a reader asks what to do about an HR person who called her first and now won't take/return the reader's calls. Ask a Manager gives an excellent (as usual) answer. It, however, brings me to this question: What is the purpose of having someone answer your phone if all they are going to do is send you to voice mail? Yes, I know it's so that if the CEO calls, your receptionist can run and get you out of whatever important meeting you are in.

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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.

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5 Ways to Manage Your Online Reputation

45 Things

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, August 10, 2009 5 Ways to Manage Your Online Reputation Are you your own worst enemy? If you dont think so, read this column I wrote for Gannett, and you may just change your mind: Maybe you put countless hours into carefully crafting a resume and cover letter.

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Congratulations to Our Contest Winner!

Reviewsnap

'Congratulations to Steve Griffin for becoming ReviewSNAP’s quarterly free subscription winner. Steve has won a year-long free subscription to ReviewSNAP’s Web-based performance management system for his company. He was among many who played our Riddle Me This, Riddle Me That contest and successfully provided the correct answer. Then luck was on his side when he was selected from a random drawing among others that provided the right answer.

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How “SaaS-y” is your HR software vendor? What does SaaS mean to you?

Josh Bersin

The term SaaS (Software as a Service) has become a hot topic among HR and L&D software providers. In fact, many of the HR software buyers use stories about their “SaaS-iness&# as. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management. Tags: HR Systems LMS, LCMS saas.

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Autonomy, Mastery and Purpose

The Bamboo Project Blog

An interesting post over on Presentation Zen about Dan Pink's TED Talk on motivation, that Garr summarizes nicely: We don't need sweeter carrots and sharper sticks, Dan says. We need a whole new approach, an approach that puts more stock in intrinsic motivation. Dan identifies three elements that comprise a new way of thinking about management: Autonomy: The urge to direct our own lives.

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Delivering DEI Training That Drives Real Change

Speaker: Jeffrey Hall, Chief Creative Office of WILL Interactive

Great DEI training improves engagement, retention, and teamwork. Poor training does little. What content areas are right for our organization? How can you construct training around empathy-building, relatable stories for a positive disposition to hard topics? We’ll cover the latest research on how to make training that actually delivers attitudinal and behavioral shifts.

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Are Customers Satisfied with Talent Management Software? Find out.

Josh Bersin

As the talent management software industry continues to grow and mature, it is time to ask some critical questions. How well do these systems really work? How well do they drive value? Do they meet. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management. Tags: HR Systems Talent Management Talent Strategy.

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Why Values and Philosophy Matter: How AAA Competes with Google

Josh Bersin

This week I had a series of conversations with some top talent acquisition leaders at several major companies about their programs and strategies over the last year. In each case they discussed the. Bersin & Associates, Leading Research and Advisory Services in Enterprise Learning and Talent Management. Tags: Enterprise Learning Leadership Development Performance Management Sourcing and Recruiting Talent Strategy AAA.

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How to Quit

Evil HR Lady

I am very happy with my job and I'm on good terms with my boss. My husband recently got a job several states away and will be starting work there in one week. The plan was for me to stay at our house and work until it sold--well, it sold in the first weekend! Now I only have 3 weeks until I'm homeless in this state! My boss is traveling for business for the next two weeks.

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