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Last year, in addition to my annual post with tips for attending the Society for Human Resource (SHRM) Annual Conference , I wrote a post about some of the things that I carry with me during the event. MORE
Learn how Senior Vice President of Innovations Amanda Graham, Ph.D., and her team are leading the charge in ending tobacco use of all types, including helping people of all ages quit e-cigarette use. [.]. Read More. The post Leading the Charge in Ending Tobacco Use appeared first on EX Program. MORE
Like people looking for etiquette tips in the advice column Dear Abby, we regularly receive questions on how to handle tobacco-related issues at work and at home. MORE
The EX Program, a digital tobacco cessation program developed by Truth Initiative in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, has announced the launch of enhanced digital support to help smokeless tobacco users quit. Smokeless tobacco is also known as snuff, chewing tobacco, dip, or snus. MORE
Michael Amato, Ph.D., methodologist at the EX Program, a digital tobacco cessation program developed by Truth Initiative in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, will be presenting at the 3rd Annual UConn Center for mHealth and Social Media Conference on May 16, 2019, in Storrs, Connecticut. MORE
Human resources departments are filled with data. About applicants, candidates, employees, and alumni. This data includes addresses, health information, and social security numbers. HR has assessment data and information from drug/criminal/credit background screening. MORE
Technology is a wonderful thing. It’s amazing what we can do today using technology. That being said, technology can also create challenges. And I’m not talking about whether our technology works or not (although that can be a problem). MORE
I can’t remember what event I was at, but I remember the comment, “Employees aren’t the same as customers.” It’s true, they aren’t the same. But today’s Time Well Spent from our friends at Kronos reminds us that, on some level, they do expect the same experiences. . MORE
It’s a small investment for an employer to provide smoking cessation benefits to employees. But the evidence is quite strong that it makes a big difference. According to researchers at the University of Ohio, $5,816 year is the average cost per employee who smokes, when compared to a non-smoker. MORE
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Background The 2018 National Youth Tobacco Survey showed e-cigarette use among middle and high schoolers increased by 48% and 78%, respectively, in just one year. More than 3.6 million youth currently use e-cigarettes. We identified an urgent need to develop an easily accessible, scalable program to help young people quit vaping. Methods On Jan. 18, [.]. Read More. MORE
40 A few weeks ago, I asked the question, “ What’s your favorite type of conference swag? ” A huge thanks for sharing your thoughts! I must say that I’m a bit surprised at the results. Here they are: Food and drink related items were at the top of the list. MORE
Diversity hiring is hiring based on ensuring the process and procedure is free from bias based on age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and other personal characteristics that are irrelevant to their job performance. MORE
During last year’s HR Technology Conference , one of the speakers said something that I’ve been thinking about for a while. They said that we have to not only get buy in for our ideas and projects but keep it. Totally makes sense. But in reality, how often do we actually do it? MORE
When you’re looking for the best smoking cessation program for your population, knowing what questions to ask potential vendors is essential. Even more important, however, is the ability to interpret the responses they give you. What’s your quit rate?” MORE
For many of those I coach, quitting tobacco means quitting cigarettes. But to quote Bob Dylan, “times are a-changin’.” Stop-smoking coaches such as myself know there is a growing population that now needs help quitting e-cigarettes, too. MORE
[.]. Read More. The post 5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes appeared first on EX Program. Webinars MORE
(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Want to create an inspired workforce where employees swipe right? MORE
Over 1,000 HR benefit leaders have now tuned in to our “5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes” webinar. In case you missed it (or as a refresher if it’s been a few months), during our webinar, we shared what we know about e-cigarettes, what we’re learning… AND what we don’t know. MORE
Jennifer Gendron joins the EX Program as Head of Development of Innovations The EX Program from Truth Initiative announced the addition of Jennifer Gendron in the key position of Head of Development, Innovations. MORE
What HR needs to know to help employees quit for good Changes in technology, incentive design, and consumer expectations have changed the way that users and wellness programs interact. However, many quit-smoking initiatives have primarily relied on the same methods to get smokers to quit. MORE
Now that smoking is no longer the employee health issue it once was, companies can turn their attention to other wellness program strategies, right? Unfortunately not. MORE
If you thought today’s generation of youth was “nicotine-proofed” from years of successful anti-smoking campaigns, think again. With the youth e-cigarette use reaching Surgeon-General-declared-epidemic levels, now is the time to get smart about e-cigarette risks. MORE
We had strong interest with 700+ registrants for our “5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes” webinar this month. Our webinar poll showed more than 50% attended because they have employees who vape. MORE
Amanda Graham, Ph.D., senior vice president of Innovations at Truth Initiative, will present at the Indiana Cancer Consortium Annual Meeting on April 24, 2019. MORE
[.]. Read More. The post 6 Ways to Practice Wellness at Work appeared first on EX Program. MORE
[.]. Read More. The post How to Manage Vaping in the Workplace with Better HR Policies appeared first on EX Program. Webinars MORE
EX Program
JUNE 17, 2019
Over 1,000 HR benefit leaders have now tuned in to our “5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes” webinar. In case you missed it (or as a refresher if it’s been a few months), during our webinar, we shared what we know about e-cigarettes, what we’re learning… AND what we don’t know.
EX Program
MAY 24, 2019
Like people looking for etiquette tips in the advice column Dear Abby, we regularly receive questions on how to handle tobacco-related issues at work and at home.
EX Program
MAY 4, 2019
It’s a small investment for an employer to provide smoking cessation benefits to employees. But the evidence is quite strong that it makes a big difference. According to researchers at the University of Ohio, $5,816 year is the average cost per employee who smokes, when compared to a non-smoker.
EX Program
JULY 17, 2019
Employ workers in Tobacco Nation? Your cost of smoking is staggering. Certain areas of the country have significantly higher smoking rates and poorer health outcomes compared to the rest of the country. We call this 13-state region “Tobacco Nation.”
Speaker: Ben Eubanks, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Principal Analyst at Lighthouse Research & Advisory
While we may be “people” professionals, it is part of our job to understand AI and how this technology can enable us to make smarter decisions and develop more efficient processes. Join Lighthouse Research & Advisory Principal Analyst Ben Eubanks where he will discuss how AI can be used for HR and recruiting processes, including how to create more human interactions and engagement through the strategic application of technology.
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EX Program
APRIL 10, 2019
Now that smoking is no longer the employee health issue it once was, companies can turn their attention to other wellness program strategies, right? Unfortunately not.
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EX Program
MARCH 18, 2019
What HR needs to know to help employees quit for good Changes in technology, incentive design, and consumer expectations have changed the way that users and wellness programs interact. However, many quit-smoking initiatives have primarily relied on the same methods to get smokers to quit.
EX Program
MARCH 11, 2019
For many of those I coach, quitting tobacco means quitting cigarettes. But to quote Bob Dylan, “times are a-changin’.” Stop-smoking coaches such as myself know there is a growing population that now needs help quitting e-cigarettes, too.
EX Program
JUNE 26, 2019
As part of your company’s health plan, you may already offer quit-smoking help to employees. But here is a trick question: What does that help actually include—and how effective is it in engaging employees and dependents in quitting tobacco?
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EX Program
JUNE 3, 2019
When you’re looking for the best smoking cessation program for your population, knowing what questions to ask potential vendors is essential. Even more important, however, is the ability to interpret the responses they give you. What’s your quit rate?”
EX Program
JUNE 13, 2019
[.]. Read More. The post How to Manage Vaping in the Workplace with Better HR Policies appeared first on EX Program. Webinars
EX Program
APRIL 22, 2019
We had strong interest with 700+ registrants for our “5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes” webinar this month. Our webinar poll showed more than 50% attended because they have employees who vape.
EX Program
MAY 16, 2019
The EX Program, a digital tobacco cessation program developed by Truth Initiative in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, has announced the launch of enhanced digital support to help smokeless tobacco users quit. Smokeless tobacco is also known as snuff, chewing tobacco, dip, or snus.
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MAY 2, 2019
Michael Amato, Ph.D., methodologist at the EX Program, a digital tobacco cessation program developed by Truth Initiative in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, will be presenting at the 3rd Annual UConn Center for mHealth and Social Media Conference on May 16, 2019, in Storrs, Connecticut.
EX Program
APRIL 30, 2019
[.]. Read More. The post 6 Ways to Practice Wellness at Work appeared first on EX Program.
EX Program
JULY 1, 2019
Background The 2018 National Youth Tobacco Survey showed e-cigarette use among middle and high schoolers increased by 48% and 78%, respectively, in just one year. More than 3.6 million youth currently use e-cigarettes. We identified an urgent need to develop an easily accessible, scalable program to help young people quit vaping. Methods On Jan. 18, [.]. Read More.
EX Program
APRIL 17, 2019
Amanda Graham, Ph.D., senior vice president of Innovations at Truth Initiative, will present at the Indiana Cancer Consortium Annual Meeting on April 24, 2019.
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APRIL 16, 2019
Learn how Senior Vice President of Innovations Amanda Graham, Ph.D., and her team are leading the charge in ending tobacco use of all types, including helping people of all ages quit e-cigarette use. [.]. Read More. The post Leading the Charge in Ending Tobacco Use appeared first on EX Program.
EX Program
MAY 23, 2019
[.]. Read More. The post The Buyer’s Guide for Workplace Smoking Cessation Programs appeared first on EX Program. Reports
EX Program
MARCH 25, 2019
If you thought today’s generation of youth was “nicotine-proofed” from years of successful anti-smoking campaigns, think again. With the youth e-cigarette use reaching Surgeon-General-declared-epidemic levels, now is the time to get smart about e-cigarette risks.
EX Program
MARCH 11, 2019
[.]. Read More. The post 5 Things Employers Need to Know Now about E-cigarettes appeared first on EX Program. Webinars
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JULY 16, 2019
Human resources departments are filled with data. About applicants, candidates, employees, and alumni. This data includes addresses, health information, and social security numbers. HR has assessment data and information from drug/criminal/credit background screening.
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JUNE 3, 2019
Diversity hiring is hiring based on ensuring the process and procedure is free from bias based on age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and other personal characteristics that are irrelevant to their job performance.
HR Bartender
JUNE 2, 2019
Last year, in addition to my annual post with tips for attending the Society for Human Resource (SHRM) Annual Conference , I wrote a post about some of the things that I carry with me during the event.
HR Bartender
APRIL 28, 2019
Technology is a wonderful thing. It’s amazing what we can do today using technology. That being said, technology can also create challenges. And I’m not talking about whether our technology works or not (although that can be a problem).
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JUNE 21, 2019
(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Kronos , a leading provider of workforce management and human capital management cloud solutions. Want to create an inspired workforce where employees swipe right?
HR Bartender
MARCH 29, 2019
I can’t remember what event I was at, but I remember the comment, “Employees aren’t the same as customers.” It’s true, they aren’t the same. But today’s Time Well Spent from our friends at Kronos reminds us that, on some level, they do expect the same experiences. .
HR Bartender
MAY 30, 2019
A few weeks ago, I asked the question, “ What’s your favorite type of conference swag? ” A huge thanks for sharing your thoughts! I must say that I’m a bit surprised at the results. Here they are: Food and drink related items were at the top of the list.
HR Bartender
APRIL 2, 2019
During last year’s HR Technology Conference , one of the speakers said something that I’ve been thinking about for a while. They said that we have to not only get buy in for our ideas and projects but keep it. Totally makes sense. But in reality, how often do we actually do it?
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