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Cross Training Employees: Examples and Plans

Business Management Daily

Smart organizations realize that time spent cross-training employees yields a substantial return on investment. Benefits of cross-training – defined as teaching workers new skills so that they can perform different roles beyond the one for which they were hired — include: Coverage of duties when another team member is absent.

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Use Strategic Planning Techniques to Build Your Workforce Plan

HR Bartender

Workforce planning is about developing a proactive approach to talent acquisition. I had the opportunity to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) seminar “ Workforce Planning: The Future of Work ”. I signed up for this seminar and blocked the time off on my calendar. You know how it goes.

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3 Reasons to Earn the SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential

HR Bartender

Just in case you missed it, during the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Talent Conference, they announced a new specialty credential in talent acquisition that will launch in June 2018. It demonstrates your knowledge and skills specifically in talent acquisition. So, why study for it?

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How To Write an Effective Recruiter Job Description: The Ultimate Guide

Analytics in HR

Recruiters are tasked to source and select qualified candidates, achieve hiring targets, and contribute to the company’s talent acquisition strategy. According to McKinsey, the talent war remains fierce. The role of recruiters is critical in identifying and securing the right talent for organizations.

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Recruit Better: Create an Online Realistic Job Preview

HR Bartender

During the interview process , no organization wants to show off their weaknesses. Just like companies want to learn the strengths and weaknesses of a candidate. Seminars are available in person and virtually. The post Recruit Better: Create an Online Realistic Job Preview appeared first on hr bartender.

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Staying Ahead of the Curve: Future-Proofing Mortgage Services for the Digital Age

Professional Alternatives

Automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are revolutionizing the mortgage industry by streamlining processes, reducing paperwork, and improving accuracy. On one hand, there is increased competition from online mortgage providers and alternative lending platforms.

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Strategies for Successfully Filling Hard-to-Fill Marketing Roles

Professional Alternatives

[link] Cracking the Code: Strategies for Successfully Filling Hard-to-Fill Marketing Roles Image Source: Pexels ‍Introduction to the challenges of filling hard-to-fill marketing roles In today’s competitive business landscape, finding and hiring top talent for marketing roles can be a daunting task.