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HR, Training and the ‘Gig’ Economy

HRExecutive

New survey data finds few organizations are investing in their employees’ training and development these days, and I’m beginning to think the “gig economy” may have something to do with it. For those companies that are providing training, only 35 percent are offering career development opportunities online.

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How to Increase Your Training Impact through Business Simulations

The People Equation

From the back of the room, strains of “Space Odyssey: 2001” swell to a crescendo. Simulations improve the impact of training because they are the real-life “glue” that connects leadership theory with hands-on action. Get as many employees using simulations as possible and you’ll increase the impact of your training dollars.

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Assessing Values in Online Technology Part 4

HR Examiner

Compensation. Training VR. Recruiting (Assessment). Full Spectrum. Allegis Global Solutions. Recruiting. 1,001-5,000. Practitioner. Workforce Planning. Recruiting. Practitioner. Recruiting. Talent Management. Network Analysis. IBM HR Solutions. Recruiting. Recruiting. Recruiting. Full Spectrum. Jobvite (Canvas). Recruiting. Engagement.

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Is Travel Time Compensable for Technicians Paid on an Hourly Basis?

HR Daily Advisor

Important questions were addressed regarding the interplay of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the compensability of travel time for nonexempt employees. If this is the case, then there are a few ways to ascertain what travel time is compensable. on Monday at the corporate office.

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How Companies Identify Talent with Jim Sullivan of JCSI & Kage Spatz

Thrive Global

First, in 2001 we experienced the Dot-Com Boom recession which was only our third year of operations. An example here could be when recruiting for an hourly role or unskilled labor position and being sure to explain the benefits and compensation, as well as why this position is so exciting.

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To Cope with Labor Shortage, Raise Emotional Compensation

Thrive Global

In this new environment, however, employers should not limit their thinking to compensation that is purely financial. Addressing “emotional compensation” will be increasingly important and valued by employees. The most effective leaders know that high levels of emotional compensation benefit the individual as well as the organization.

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“Why you should work together.” With Tyler Gallagher and Pam Wolf

Thrive Global

In 2001, Pam founded the NY Kids Club, a children’s private enrichment and preschool with almost 20 US locations and 110 in China. In 2001, I came up with the idea for the New York Kids Club, an enrichment center with a preschool and a variety of classes under one roof. What do you think makes your company stand out?