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Hot dog chain Portillo’s staffs its restaurants with corporate employees during the holiday season

HR Brew

If I’ve learned anything from watching The Bear , it’s that working in a restaurant is hard—maybe even as hard as it is for talent pros to staff service roles. Quit and turnover rates in the service sector remain higher than those in all other industries, according to data from the US Chamber of Commerce. To help fill the gaps, some companies are tapping their corporate workers.

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Canada Post Strike Announced: What’s Going to Happen to the Mail?

HR Digest

Postal workers play a critical role in any country, more so with the holiday season fast approaching. Taking a page out of the NYT tech workers’ books , the same employees who went on strike to stand up for their rights during a critical period for their organization recently, Canada Post workers are now on strike. Around 55,000 workers announced a nationwide postal strike in Canada, their first in 2024, and the first since 2018.

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HR Compliance: Engagement, Efficiencies & Integrity

CCI Consulting

Benefits of Conducting HR Audits The word “audit” can strike fear in the most seasoned Human Resources (HR) professional as it can be intimidating, disruptive, and cause undue anxiety. Generally, HR audits do more than keep organizations on the right side of regulations—they also contribute to a stronger, more engaged workforce. Regular HR audits allow organizations to identify and mitigate potential risks before they escalate, strengthen existing policies, and enhance the culture of the overall

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Why Hospitality Workers Walk Away: Addressing the Root Causes of Turnover

Payactiv

The hospitality industry is experiencing a boom in demand yet faces a significant hurdle: a hiring crisis and a nationwide workforce shortage for key workers, including housekeepers, front desk staff, hotel managers, bartenders, servers, and banqueting staff. This challenge, highlighted in a recent report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), impacts facilities and establishments of all sizes and locations.

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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.

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What is rightsizing and how can it benefit your business?

Business Management Daily

Operating in the ever-changing business landscape requires businesses to remain flexible and adaptive. One way to ensure that your business is appropriately aligned with your current business goals and market demands is rightsizing. This involves adjusting your company structure and allocating your workforce to support your current strategic plan and improve efficiency to support business growth.

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World of HR: Dubai makes a right turn toward remote work to reduce traffic

HR Brew

Sitting in traffic on the way to work may give you time to catch up on your favorite podcast, but it can also give you a headache, as many workers in the middle east have been experiencing. Where in the world? Dubai’s population has exploded in recent years, growing by 400,000 since 2020 to 3.8 million in 2024. The city has grappled with accommodating the roughly 3.4 million cars on the road during commuting hours.

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10 Things to Include in Your Artificial Intelligence Policy

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes We’ve been chatting lately about the need for organizations to have artificial intelligence (AI) policies. I recently interviewed my friend and attorney Carrie Cherveny about some of the things that organizations might want to consider including in their policy. I hope you’ll check it out. In the interview with Carrie, not only does she share her knowledge, but she shared the results of an AI inquiry.

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Dealing with Employee Resignation: Trends and Retention Strategies

Engage2Excel

Let’s face it, employee resignation is inevitable and can significantly impact organizational stability and productivity. Understanding the trends behind employees leaving and implementing effective retention strategies are crucial for maintaining a motivated and committed workforce.

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UK Set to Expand Pay Gap Reporting Requirements for Employers

Trusaic

The United Kingdom’s Labour Party introduced a new Employment Rights Bill Oct. 10, 2024 that would expand pay gap reporting for applicable UK employers. The bill seeks to take the current pay gap reporting requirement another step further by requiring the development and publishing of equality action plans. This includes steps the employer plans to take to address their gender pay gap and how they support employees through menopause.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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People Analytics, A Complex Domain, Is About To Be Transformed by AI.

Josh Bersin

We just completed a large study of People Analytics and the results are striking. Only 10% of companies directly correlate human capital data to business in a systemic way, with many data, technical, and operational issues in the way. Yet as our research found, AI is about to totally change this market. Here’s the story. Read more» The post People Analytics, A Complex Domain, Is About To Be Transformed by AI. appeared first on JOSH BERSIN.

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Managers are disengaged and it’s hurting employee engagement. Here’s what HR can do.

HR Brew

Employees aren’t engaged—and they haven’t been for awhile. Only 31% of US employees were engaged in Q3, according to a recent Gallup report. That’s up slightly from 30% in Q1, Gallup reported , when engagement was at its lowest level since 2013. People leaders looking to increase engagement may want to focus on leaders. Some 41% of leaders disengaged at work, according to a recent survey from employee recognition software company Nectar.

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Belonging Begins Before Day One: How Relocation Support Sets the Tone for New Hires in Healthcare

UrbanBound HR

Clan, tribe, posse …whatever you call it, humans are born with the need to belong. Ever since our Neanderthal ancestors realized that banding together improved their chance of survival, the need to be part of a group was hardwired into our psyches. So, when a human—say, a healthcare professional—accepts a job that requires relocation, they’re taking a huge risk, exchanging their familiar circle for the unknown.

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The Ultimate Guide to Talent Analytics | ClearCompany

ClearCompany HRM

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Protect Your Business: Tackle the Future of I-9 Fraud with Expert Strategies

Speaker: Speakers

Is your business ready for the future of document fraud? AI advancements have made forgery easier, increasing risks for employers. With 85% of identity fraud last year linked to impersonation, proactive compliance is essential. Join WorkBright’s webinar on October 8 to equip yourself with crucial insights for protecting your business from fraudulent I-9 documents, including: Understanding Risks: Learn about new fraud tactics impacting your business.

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2025 priorities: How prepared is your HR team for these challenges?

HRExecutive

The world of work is preparing to enter the fifth year since the pandemic hit, a crisis that set off massive transformation and prompted HR and business leaders to work to establish new norms. The pace of change hasn’t slowed in that time, and one expert suggests the changes to come in 2025 should prompt HR leaders to rethink their priorities.

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Five Wellness Ways To Improve Employee Experience

Forbes Coaches Council

My experience coaching high-producing overachievers suggests that implementing a consistent wellness practice can help executives exceed expectations without burning out.

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At least 23 states are raising their minimum wage in 2025—here’s what it means for HR

HR Brew

Get ready for some hikes. No, not ones with scenic, mountain-top views—we’re talking about state minimum wages. Several states have set their own minimum wages over the years, but as more move to do so, navigating a fractured compensation compliance landscape will become increasingly complicated for people professionals. “I think most HR teams are used to minimum wage changes and how to react accordingly,” Erika Johnson, director of work, rewards, and career at Willis Towers Watson (WTW), told H

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Enhancing Remote Work Through Gamified Training

Hppy

After the COVID 19 pandemic emerged; numerous businesses shifted to work setups to sustain their activities. As the pandemic eases off; many firms persist in adopting remote work models. Working from a distance comes with benefits, like flexibility and saving money for both businesses and workers nevertheless¸ it can pose difficulties in keeping employees motivated and fostering collaboration, among team members situated in different time zones.

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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Gaining Power In Your Career: A Guide to Getting Promoted at Every Level

Inpower Coaching

Key Takeaways You may not want to become CEO, but you do want to feel as though you’re progressing in your career, gaining new skills, gaining more meaningful work, making more money, and broadening your scope of authority beyond your current role. This is particularly true if gaining a leadership role is appealing. Climbing the […] The post Gaining Power In Your Career: A Guide to Getting Promoted at Every Level appeared first on InPower Coaching.

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How Your Leadership Can Help Maintain Positive Mental Health for Employees

MP Wired For HR

How Your Leadership Can Help Maintain Positive Mental Health for Employees November 19th, 2024 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn The way you lead has a profound impact on your team’s mental well-being. Just as strong leadership can inspire and motivate, it can also contribute to stress, anxiety, and even burnout.

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From Manuscript To Masterpiece: 18 Insider Tips For Publishing A Book

Forbes Coaches Council

Many professionals dream of writing a book, but the path to get there can be complicated and daunting. Who better to offer guidance than those who have made the journey?

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From one-size-fits-all strategies to nap pods, these are the workplace fads HR pros want to leave in 2024

HR Brew

The year is quickly coming to a close, and soon HR teams will hit the ground running in 2025. In observance of the old, yet reliable, cliché “out with the old, in with the new,” we asked HR pros what workplace fads they’d like to leave in 2024—like those old knickknacks and outdated vintage fashions you donate to Goodwill on New Year’s Eve. Read on for what your people business peers want to say goodbye (and hello) to in the new year.

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[Free Templates] Plant the Seed for Successful Onboarding!

Our Free Welcome Email Templates (designed for both in-office or virtual employees) are ready for you to customize and use to plant the seeds of success for new team members.

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The Future of Total Rewards: Trends to Watch in 2025

BackStitch

Total Rewards strategies continue to evolve, driven by the diverse expectations of today’s workforce. These strategies encompass not just compensation and benefits but also recognition, career development, DE&I initiatives, and mental wellbeing, all designed to boost engagement and retention.

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What is Open Enrollment, FSA & HSA?

Heyyy HR!

Open enrollment is the period of time in the year when an employee can either re-select or change benefits without needing a qualifying life event. Open enrollment is not held during the same period for every company. Open enrollment is typically open right before the beginning of a new benefit year. The benefit year is a 52-week period that defines when an individual can receive benefits based on their previous employment.

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5 tips for SMBs managing global teams

HiBob

Congratulations! You’ve expanded your business and opened a new office or hired remote workers in a different country or state. Whether you’ve hired just one global employee, or a whole new team, entering a new market signals a huge step forward in the growth of your business. In fact, according to research by Payoneer , 41 percent of surveyed SMBs cite “researching additional geographic markets to enter” as their most important business priority.

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Multigenerational Keys To Workplace Happiness: Insights And Strategies

Forbes Coaches Council

Tailor workplace policies and leadership approaches to meet the distinct needs of each generation, and companies can build a culture fostering happiness across the board.

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The Upskilling Advantage: Transforming Your Workforce For Future Growth

Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too

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Why any skills transformation must start with employee engagement

HRExecutive

To uncover hidden talent within their workforce, employers need a way for employees to share their lesser-known skills with managers and HR leaders. However, many organizations face challenges with employee engagement in their skills transformation, which can make it difficult to build comprehensive skills profiles. If employees hesitate to share information, companies may lack the visibility needed to develop skills roadmaps and adapt to change effectively. - Advertisement - Heather Jerrehian,

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Preparing for Increased I-9 Audits: Why Compliance Should Be a Priority in Changing Times

SutiHR

Against the backdrop of an increasingly fluid political and economic environment, organizations must remain vigilant. The post Preparing for Increased I-9 Audits: Why Compliance Should Be a Priority in Changing Times appeared first on SutiSoft.

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Rethinking Total Rewards Strategies for 2025

BackStitch

Total Rewards strategies continue to evolve, driven by the diverse expectations of today’s workforce. These strategies encompass not just compensation and benefits but also recognition, career development, DE&I initiatives, and mental wellbeing, all designed to boost engagement and retention.