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2022 Was Another Record Year for HR Tech: See 20+ M&A Activities that Shaped the Market

Lighthouse

Hiring is always big on VC funding and M&A activity, but the demand from employers was off the charts for any tool that could help them source better, screen faster, or hire more intelligently. Checkr, one of the biggest names in modern background check platforms, scooped up GoodHire. Compensation Management Technology.

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What Is Human Resources?

Analytics in HR

Recruitment and selection – Attracting and hiring applicants that are best for the job, which involves many steps: writing job descriptions, screening resumes and shortlisting candidates , conducting job interviews, creating job offers, and onboarding the selected candidate.

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Say Yes to HR Generalists—They Keep Companies Afloat

HR Digest

Someone with a background in HR might choose to be a Labor Relations Specialist who oversees the contracts and concerns of the labor force. Check-in : Interacts with the new hire to either convey feedback or collect data on the candidate’s experience. The responsibilities of an HR generalist constantly evolve.

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14 Entry-Level HR Positions To Know (Plus How To Start in HR)

Analytics in HR

One key focus in obtaining a junior-level HR role is being able to articulate, whether on a resume or to a hiring manager , how one’s background, skills, and experience are transferable and relevant to the HR role of interest. HR requirements and qualifications vary by company, organization, geographic location, and role.

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Talent Acquisition

Analytics in HR

Building productive teams – One of the core aims of talent acquisition is to help companies build teams with a diverse set of skills, knowledge, and backgrounds. Doing this well leads to lower turnover, higher productivity, and increased engagement. The talent acquisition strategy should align with the people strategy (or HR strategy).

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How Companies Can Support Black Employees with Equitable Benefits

Extensis

According to Pew Research , 56% of Black Americans have had at least one of several negative healthcare experiences, like being treated with less respect than other patients and having to speak up to receive appropriate care. This number is in contrast to just 3.6% of white and 4.5% of Hispanic people.

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PayScale Tools for Today's Comp Pro! Compensation Glossary: Part 2 of 4

Compensation Today

Jenni Marquez, CCP, PayScale Compensation Professional PayScale’s Comp Glossary returns! Consider the comp pros at PayScale to be an extension of your team! Gather external data and evaluate that information against how you are paying internally. 2) BENCHMARK JOB Definition: A job commonly found in the market.