Wed.Aug 07, 2019

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14 Surprising Statistics about Employee Retention

TinyPulse

Does power lie in the hands of employees? In today’s job market it does, and leaders must address the causes of attrition to retain their workforce. Employee loyalty is hard to earn but ultimately the key to business success.

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Using Pictures of Employees on your Careers Site - Do You Need a Release?

The HR Capitalist

So you're ramping up your employee comms materials. A project to refresh the ole' careers site, new collateral, etc. You rightfully detest stock art because it's all fake and your employees don't look that perfect, happy or content. . That means you've made the decision to take real photos of real people doing work and feature them in new digital and analog comms tools that you're building.

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What happens when You have a Broken Company Story?

Babette Ten Haken - Human Capital & Industrial IoT

When you have a broken company story, your story seems to change on a daily basis. Then, it is difficult to remember the story you tell to colleagues, employees, vendors and clients. Because, your story continuously changes. You know you have a broken company story when: First, your story about the company differs from everyone else’s story; Next, your story focuses solely on the features and benefits of what you make; Then, partner and client experience and feedback conflicts with the story you

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How Can Vacation Help Companies Get More Done?

Allegis Global Solutions

Talent scarcity. We hear about it all the time. Can putting more value on non-work actually help companies mitigate the challenges of a talent shortage? Many signs point to “yes,” and employers are taking notice. Consider the talent issues. According to one Allegis Group global trends report , 80 percent of employers have experienced challenges with acquiring critical talent due to changing global labor markets.

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Catalysts For Care: Transforming Talent, Performance and Retention

Based on real-world HR experience, Catalysts for Care: Transforming Talent, Performance & Retention equips leaders in healthcare, IDD, and beyond to build resilient, purpose-driven teams. Discover practical tools and heartfelt insights to lead with compassion, elevate performance, and inspire cultures where people thrive—even in the most demanding environments.

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Mental health at work: the rise of work separation anxiety

HR Zone

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EEOC Equal Pay Enforcement on the Rise

Trusaic

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is not letting up on pay equity enforcement, as recent activity demonstrates. Two new gender-based discrimination lawsuits were filed by the federal agency in Maryland last month. In one of the cases, EEOC v Davis & Davis Enterprise, Inc. , the federal agency alleges that a security guard firm pays a higher flat rate to male security guards over female security guards, despite similar work being undertaken by male and female employees.

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While a multi-generation workforce has its challenges, ageism should not be one of them

Kazoo

While a multi-generation workforce has its challenges, ageism should not be one of them. Here we are in the second decade of the 21 st century grappling with fears of “senioritis” in the workforce as if it were a gnarly disease. Seriously? It’s crazy to think ageism as a real thing in a time when discrimination has been turned on its head by diversity and inclusion.

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my new employee ran a background check on me and asked me about what he found

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: I started a new position recently and was promoted quickly to a management position. Great, I have a long supervisory background, looking forward to helping in a wider capacity. One of my direct reports is a very conscientious and ambitious young man named “Scott” who I have found pleasant to work with. Last week, during a normal conversation about a project, Scott brought up that he had done a background search on me and then asked me about an arrest on my record — an insurance

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How Bosch Uses Gamification to Build HR Analytics Skills (Case Study)

Digital HR Tech

At Bosch in North America, we recognize that it’s possible to effectively use analytics in HR practices to support positive business outcomes. While leadership was eager to bring data analytics into the day-to-day work of HR, we knew that simply introducing an IT tool would not be enough to achieve the desired results. To succeed, we needed to change the culture in HR and build the right skillset to better leverage data and impact HR topics in a new way.

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Smart Tools & Strong Teams: A People-First Approach to AI in Sales

Speaker: Matt Sunshine, CEO at The Center for Sales Strategy

AI isn’t replacing salespeople—it’s empowering them. The most forward-thinking sales organizations are using AI to enhance human performance rather than eliminate it. From coaching and messaging to prospecting and pipeline accountability, artificial intelligence is giving managers and SDRs the new tools they need to work smarter, sell better, and close more.

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my employee keeps telling me his “expectations” of me

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: I’m a mid-level college administrator. One of my direct reports is positioning himself to move up in a couple of years (from department member to department head). He would still report to me, but the working relationship would be a little different. I need to work closely with department heads, and it can have a major impact on my work and the organization if that relationship is toxic.

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10 Diversity & Inclusion Statistics That Will Change How You Do Business

Bonusly

Diversity and inclusion, or D&I, have been hot topics in the business community over the past few years. You’ve probably heard these topics discussed in meetings, sought out a company that focuses on incorporating D&I initiatives into its culture, or spearheaded a program yourself. If these are unfamiliar topics, you’re probably wondering what these terms mean in a business context, and why they’re important.

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Do You Really Know Why Employees Leave Your Company?

SHRM Resources

In the rush to fill in for employees who quit, managers and HR professionals seldom take the time to figure out why they left. Researchers have discovered seven ways workers leave their employer. Coding and tracking these ways can reveal causes for turnover and help managers and HR make the employee working experience better.

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Audit Your Recruitment Process Marketing Content to Delight Job Seekers

ExactHire

Use this audit checklist to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of your recruiting process-related content. I’m not the first one to say that recruiters, human resources professionals and marketing specialists should team up to create content that engages top talent in your recruitment process. However, how many of you have actively engaged in measuring the impact of that HR/marketing “bestie” partnership ?

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Why Equity-Driven Talent Strategies Are The Competitive Advantage You Need

Speaker: Anise Wiley-Little

In today’s rapidly shifting workplace landscape, this presentation explores how Human Resources professionals can lead the transformation toward inclusive, equity-centered practices that don’t just align with organizational values but drive innovation, retention, and long-term profitability. Framed through the concept of the economics of belonging, we’ll examine how inclusive design across hiring, development, and leadership pipelines creates measurable value for both for-profit and nonprofit or

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expensing a hotel because of ghosts, coworker got us sick and ruined our vacation, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Can you expense an extra hotel because of ghosts? I manage a large team who are constantly working away for our clients and, as a result, stay on-site in hotels up and down the country. We always require our clients to provide accommodation as part of their contract. Today I received a call from one of the clients that they had booked and paid for a hotel but they subsequently found out the educator hadn’t checked in.

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Want to build a community?

The Tim Sackett Project

I get asked quite often by folks who want to build a community and/or are already starting a community to be apart of their community. My first question is always, “Why do you want to build this community?” It’s pretty straight forward. It should be simple to answer. Most will go all guru-like about wanting to get like-minded folks together, etc., but in the end, it’s mostly about starting a group so they can sell them something.

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Actionable Nudge Strategies for Leadership Development

Take It Personel-ly

Companies spend nearly $3.4 billion every year for turning their managers into leaders – and yet research studies have shown that 50% to 60% of managers fail to execute the strategies that they were hired to implement even after 18 months of taking up the job. And it is not because they lack the required knowledge […].

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We Answer Your ACA Employer Mandate Questions

ACA Times

3 minute read: We hosted an ACA webinar in July with HR.com , and were asked several questions relating to the ACA’s Employer Mandate. The answers are now available on our ACA Frequently Asked Questions. Below are the five questions and answers we thought would be of interest to share in a blog post. You can find a full Q&A by clicking here. And you can access the webinar, ‘IRS Enforcement of the ACA is Intensifying — What you Need to Know to Avoid ACA Penalties,’ by clicking here.

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AI in HR: 20+ Prompts to Use Now

AI is reshaping the business landscape, including HR. This guide is designed to help you understand and implement AI effectively for tangible benefits and a more strategic approach. Learn how to: Automate routine tasks Boost data insights Enhance employee experiences Drive HR’s strategic value Download the guide today!

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Make The Most Of Your Networking Events With These 13 Tips

Forbes Coaches Council

Don't just attend a networking event -- take advantage of every opportunity to learn with these networking tips from Forbes Coaches Council experts.

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How to hire a software developer in a candidate-driven market

Hacker Earth

We recently concluded our successful webinar with Google’s Senior Technical Recruiter, Amy Miller , where we were introduced to the tips and tricks of successfully recruiting in-demand technical talent for your organization. . Hiring is difficult in today’s candidate-driven market. It becomes even tougher when it comes to hiring for technical roles.

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Innovation Is Vital For Small Businesses -- Here's How To Do It

Forbes Coaches Council

To improve your business, processes, accountability and motivation should be strong.

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20 Characteristics of High-Potential Employees

TinyPulse

Even if your team is made up solely of supremely talented individuals, there are always a few employees who stand out from the rest of the pack. According to the Harvard Business Review , these high-potential employees account for an average of 5% of any company’s workforce.

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Predict Retention with Confidence: What to Look for Before You Hire

Speaker: Speakers:

Turnover isn’t random. It’s a pattern rooted in hiring misalignment. In this practical, fast-paced session, you’ll learn how HR, Talent Acquisition, and Operations leaders are improving retention before day one using personalized assessments. You’ll walk away knowing how to: Identify early signs of alignment Focus on traits that truly matter Predict shift reliability with confidence Reduce risk in high-turnover roles Whether you’re dealing with summer churn or ongoing attrition, this session wil

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How Emotional Intelligence Can Make You A Stronger Leader In A High-Stakes Business Environment

Forbes Coaches Council

Emotional intelligence is a unique and powerful gateway for both self-mastery, as well as your effectiveness with others.

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7 types of people data your business should be measuring

PI Worldwide

Most businesses collect and analyze countless data: revenue per employee, gross profit margin, cost per lead, customer retention, EBITDA, Net Promoter Score, and so much more. But what people metrics are businesses tracking to provide critical insight into their business operations? It’s proven: Businesses that collect, analyze, and act upon their people data have more productive and engaged employees.

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How Business Leaders Can Support Women Re-Entering The Workforce

Forbes Coaches Council

When women choose to transition back into the workforce after taking a leave of absence, they should be supported by the entire organization.

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should you give job candidates the questions ahead of time?

Ask a Manager

A reader writes: I know you’ve talked about common questions interviewers ask. However, while a candidate can prepare for those types of questions, for behavioral interview questions (“tell me about a time when…”) it’s sometimes tough for candidates to come up with answers when I’m asking them to draw on their experience and give me examples of specific situations on the spot.

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HR in 2026: Insights & Best Practices

Get Paycor’s guide, based on a survey of 3,000+ professionals, and learn why successful companies are: Almost 80% more likely to identify top talent through formal systems 40% more likely to protect managers’ time spent on coaching 83% more likely to plan to upskill their teams and more!

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Accelerate Your Strategy Through Employee Development

Forbes Coaches Council

Employees might have the skills and knowledge to outsmart the competition, but if they don’t understand the basic reasons for a strategic change, the skills won’t help.

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No Bold Tactics

NoExcusesHR

Let's be clear about something right away. Busy does not equal effective. Everyone is busy.or make themselves 'busy.' I see it all the time. Leaders who want to over share how hectic their days are.so full of things to do.and important executives to sit next to during meeting after meeting. So.I hate to break it to those folks who thrive on this sort of thing.but you are failing.

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What Is the Penalty for Not Paying Payroll Taxes?

Patriot Software

Collecting, reporting, and remitting payroll taxes are some of your key responsibilities when you have employees. And if you forget or downright neglect your responsibility, your small business could receive a penalty for not paying payroll taxes. Whatever your reason for missing your deposit deadline, not paying payroll taxes is a big deal to the […].

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