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Gig work is taking over the labor market—and creating challenges for HR

HR Brew

And its creating big challenges for HR teams. No touching But this trend is creating a challenge for HR leaders. Businesses could also be reluctant to employ gig workers, as some that have done so have faced legal challenges from contractors demanding they be classified as employees (which experts expect to continue).

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CalChamber Analysis: Up to $1 Billion in Costs from Legislation to Limit Workplace Automation Technology

HRWatchdog

California business owners could be saddled with more than $1 billion in new costs under state legislation seeking sweeping regulation of so-called “automation decision systems,” according to a new analysis from the California Chamber of Commerce. Not a member? See what CalChamber can do for you.

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Recruit Those That Can Start Work Immediately – With “Start Next Week Hiring”

Dr. John Sullivan

I’ve been called the father of speed hiring, perhaps because my first article on it appeared nearly 25 years ago. And today, I’m outlining a version of speed hiring that I call “Start Next Week Hiring” (or SNWH). ” Hiring manager to recruiter “I need them to start work yesterday.”

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What is Headcount Reporting? A Complete Guide for Employers

HR Lineup

This data enables employers to make strategic decisions around hiring, budgeting, and workforce planning. This article serves as a complete guide to headcount reporting, covering its definition, importance, and best practices. Budgeting and Cost Management Labor costs are typically the largest expense for most businesses.

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No Excuses: The Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team

Unlock the full potential of your remote team with Hubstaff’s Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team. Learn actionable strategies to build, lead, and optimize a high-performing distributed workforce.

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Workforce Planning Is a Team Sport: Why HR and Finance Must Join Forces

MP Wired For HR

And it’s definitely not just HR’s job. The most successful organizations know that effective workforce planning demands tight collaboration between HR and finance to drive smart decisions, control costs, and stay ahead of rapid change. Finance needs visibility into hiring trends. HR needs insight into budget constraints.

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A Small Business’s Guide to Hiring Seasonal Employees

Extensis

These workers help businesses meet increased demand during their peak periods, alleviate workforce burnout, and potentially reduce long-term recruiting costs. Seasonal employees are hired temporarily to meet increased demand throughout the year. What are seasonal employees? There are approximately 75,000 seasonal employees in the U.S.

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The Definitive Guide to Onboarding for 2024

Hiring a new employee is an expensive and time-consuming process. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), it typically costs $4,425 to hire a new employee — not to mention the 36 days the average team spends trying to fill a position.