You rush into the office for an early meeting. You have an important project deadline in two days, but you’ve barely started the project. And for the rest of the day, you just can’t seem to focus. HR managers want the best for their employees. MORE

All Types—Public, Private, Community Colleges, and For-Profit Institutions—Are Moving to Online Reference Checking. Berwyn, PA – April 4, 2017 – Today, SkillSurvey, the provider of cloud-based reference-checking solutions that deliver faster, more reliable insights, announced that it experienced a 46 percent growth in bookings in 2016 from the prior year in the higher education sector. or its affiliates and are registered in the U.S. MORE

Everyone knows the HR Technology conference is a whirlwind of activity with numerous traditional and emerging solution providers showcasing their solutions to HR Professionals. Here is a brief sampling of what I learned during my sessions. MORE

What does the campus of the future look like? In many ways, it will be reminiscent of the campus of the last millennium. Leafy green spaces, the hothouse intellectual environment created by physical proximity – these will never lose their charm. MORE

Since myWellness at PSE launched with Limeade four years ago, the leading energy company in the Pacific Northwest has measurably improved physical, emotional and financial health. Once employees participate in the program, they are awarded points in the myWellness program. MORE

The end of school or study approaches faster than anyone will readily admit and, with that, comes the need to find internships that have the potential of leading to successful careers. One of the best features are the articles that are posted. MORE

Are you part of the 14% of workers who are worried they’ll lose their jobs to automation? decided it to end it all and throw itself into a watery grave after a few days of patrolling the area. And like everything else online, the Internet blew up with an outpouring of sympathy. MORE

Total rewards is a system that looks beyond the paycheck and examines the comprehensive benefits an employee receives, or that an employer offers. For example, an organization that values ongoing learning, might offer a generous conference or learning stipend. MORE

Think the days of the company gym have gone by the wayside? Amid the boom in individualized fitness apps and technology, many organizations are also doubling down and expanding their use of on-site fitness centers. On-site fitness centers can generate healthcare savings. MORE

Employee-focused future of work topics at the upcoming Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference & Exposition June 18-21 in New Orleans will range from analyzing big data to working with the new Generation Z. ASHHRA of the AHA. eLearning Brothers. MORE

In the most basic terms, the job of HR is to recruit and retain good employees. An advanced degree is a worthwhile investment that pays dividends to both the employee and the company, and you don’t have to be a big corporation to swing it. MORE

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, July 20, 2009 Do Online Classes Make Sense for Your Career? People just did the work and never challenged anything that was said. MORE

The “Snaplications” video story campaign ran from June 13 through July 9 as part of a push to hire 250,000 employees nationwide this summer. More than half of those new hires in company-owned restaurants are expected to be between the ages of 16 and 24. Learn to let go. MORE

Classroom training is dead. ELearning is the only effective tool for today’s learners. Does it mean that older approaches are really outdated and don’t contribute to the learning success anymore? Blended learning: its essence and tips to make it work. MORE

From the cafeteria to the classroom, every touch made by every member of your campus staff can influence a student’s decision to attend – as well as to stay – at your institution. Also, employee morale can suffer from increased workloads or perceptions of a slow hiring process, and that trickles down to the student population as well. But no matter how fast you move, the hiring process stalls at reference checking. Learn more. MORE

Many corporate learning experts have been predicting and expecting the end of Instructor-Led Training (ILT) for a long time now. Considered an old-fashioned and out-of-date learning delivery method, many believed it would be completely replaced by e-learning methods. MORE

Your craft can cruise at over 45 miles per hour, but the noise might alert the enemy to your approach. And you have less than 10 minutes to save the day. VR is a technology-assisted environment that simulates the real world or an imaginary one. By Steve Bates. MORE

Anyone who has ever worked in HR or on a talent recruiting team will be more than aware that finding that ideal candidate consumes plenty of all the above. So what’s the best way to go about recruiting in today’s climate? Should you save travelling time and expenses and invest in online job boards or invite candidates to come to you? Or is it worth going that extra mile to visit a student campus to attract young, up and coming talent? MORE

You can no longer wing it and operate on a gut feeling or instinct; your C-suite expects you to come to the table with hard numbers and actionable information. Workforce analytics help you drive more methodical decision-making throughout the organization. Get the Analytics Advantage. MORE

Not exactly music to the ears of a college student right now. While theyre studying and funneling thousands of dollars into tuition, theyre hearing that the next two years may be even rougher as the job market continues to lag behind an improving economy. Sit in the front. MORE

Everyone here on the Achievers team really appreciates YOU for sifting through the vast interweb and landing on the [engage] blog, for spending time reading and sharing the articles we work so hard to create. Budget for employee-selected training/development. MORE

eSight Eyewear is a mission-driven tech company that enables the legally blind to actually see. With campuses in Toronto and Ottawa, the company has doubled to 90 employees in the past year and plans to double again soon. Step one: Assess the situation. MORE

One of the key elements of increasing employee engagement and satisfaction in the workplace is giving staff members the opportunity to grow and develop. Cost Savings. One of the key benefits of online learning to be had for both employees and businesses is cost savings. MORE

Today, the MBA is a golden ticket into many high-responsibility positions around the world, with dedicated and driven MBA graduates in higher demand than ever before. Also read: Key Benefits of Online Learning for Employees and Businesses. Save Money on Additional Costs. MORE

The staffing industry is a fast-paced, competitive world — and it’s speeding up. According to a recent report, 2018 Growth Hiring Trends in the United States , by our team here at Spark Hire, 77 percent of companies plan to increase their staff by 25 percent in the coming year. MORE

Many corporate learning experts have been predicting and expecting the end of Instructor-Led Training (ILT) for a long time now. Considered an old-fashioned and out-of-date learning delivery method, many believed it would be completely replaced by e-learning methods. MORE

Remember how you felt the last time someone told you what a great job you were doing? It also motivates employees to keep up the good work. Positive reinforcement sets an example for everyone in your organization, showing them the kind of work you value most. CEO for the day. Let an employee be “CEO for the Day” and proclaim a jeans day, potluck or make a speech at a team meeting. Lunch with the boss. Steve Moore, Director, The HR Center of Excellence. MORE

Anyone who has ever worked in HR or on a talent recruiting team will be more than aware that finding that ideal candidate consumes plenty of all the above. So what''s the best way to go about recruiting in today''s climate? Should you save travelling time and expenses and invest in online job boards or invite candidates to come to you? Or is it worth going that extra mile to visit a student campus to attract young, up and coming talent? The post Campus. MORE

Nearly 40% of employers are having challenges hiring qualified employees, while at the same time one in five people in the United States have some type of disability and are facing challenges in getting hired. The approach. MORE

Online Reference Feedback Makes Hiring Process More Efficient While Delivering Insight on Candidates’ Soft Skills. the leading provider of hiring solutions to effectively recruit, hire and manage employees to drive business results, today released a new video featuring the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) and its talent leaders discussing how they benefit from online reference checking to improve faculty hiring. The video can be viewed at [link]. “It MORE

The Internet of Things is all around us, comprising objects from cell phones to thermostats that are connected to the Internet. We use these objects to send and receive information, and sometimes the objects send data to each other, such as in building management systems. The IoT is like a spiderweb of shared information. She connects to the IoT and uses it all the time without much thought because she grew up with computers and the Internet. MORE

Every year EDUCAUSE shares its list of “Top 10 IT Issues” for the coming year, and we’re always interested to hear what keeps higher education CIOs up at night. We’ve noticed that student success, and the technology that can be used to support it, has remained among the top four issues for the past several years. It’s clear your organizations continue to be concerned about the need to strategically leverage technology to improve student outcomes. MORE

By now, you know that Amazon is holding a giant RFP/Bake-Off/Contest pitting 20 finalist cities (down from 200+ that originally applied) to determine where a 2nd Headquarters for the company will be located. Here's the rundown from various reports: . Where will the new campus go? MORE

The EEOC is pushing employers to take another hard look at harassment in the workplace. . More than 30 years after the U.S. Supreme Court held in Meritor Savings Back v. Training changes needed. “In simplest terms, training must change.” MORE

When I first started my career in HR on the corporate side of the fence, I was always very concerned about my budget. Ultimately, it was the biggest waste of time I ever spent as an HR professional. I got my team on the road. There are times to save money in HR. MORE

Are you ready for the future of human resources? HR tech is “on the precipice of a total reinvention,” according to Josh Bersin, author of a pivotal Bersin by Deloitte report. billion into HR tech vendors, a figure that represents a 60 percent increase over the previous year. MORE