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4 Economic Trends Impacting Talent Today

ClearCompany HRM

The number of vacancies is pulling well ahead of the number the Bureau of Labor Statistics counts as unemployed. What to do: If you want to solve the skills gap for your company specifically, start investing in training, goal-setting , performance metrics and learning. What not to do: Assume you can simply lower wages.

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Not Too Late to Learn About Employment Law Updates for 2015

HRWatchdog

Mandatory paid sick leave, for example, is a real game changer that will significantly affect the day-to-day operations and policies of California businesses in 2015. Did you also know that employers can now be accountable for wage-and-hour violations when they use staffing agencies or other labor contractors to hire workers?

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12 tips to boost employee morale in retail during the holidays

Homebase

Common causes of low employee morale during the holidays Unpredictable, chaotic work environment Conflict in the workplace Demanding customers Extended store hours Managing personal obligations with shifts Being scheduled during special occasions Often, the stress of the workplace during the holiday season can feel insurmountable.

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A First from the Labor Commissioner: General Contractor Fined for Subcontractor’s Wage Theft

HRWatchdog

The Labor Commissioner fined a general contractor nearly $250,000 for wage-and-hour violations committed by its subcontractor, and a hearing officer recently upheld those fines. Contractor held liable for drywall subcontractor’s wage theft. of the Labor Code), which took effect on January 1, 2015.

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How to minimize the impact of global crises on your employee and customer experience

Qualtrics HR

With working-age population growth stagnating and wage acceleration continuing to be slow, labor shortage was a problem long overdue. Recent global crises have caused significant labor shortages – and the impact is leading businesses to reevaluate how to attract the right talent and protect their customer experiences from the fallout.

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The Global Debt Crisis and its Impact on Individual Financial Wellness

Payactiv

A new survey reveals that 70% of Americans feel financially stressed, and a recent Gallup poll found that the percentage of Americans who currently have or are being treated for depression stands at 17.8% , up about seven points from 2015. Globally, household debt levels have also reached historical highs. household debt has risen by $2.9

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The Global Debt Crisis and Its Impact on Individual Financial Wellness

Payactiv

A new survey reveals that 70% of Americans feel financially stressed, and a recent Gallup poll found that the percentage of Americans who currently have or are being treated for depression stands at 17.8% , up about seven points from 2015. Globally, household debt levels have also reached historical highs. household debt has risen by $2.9