Tue.Mar 29, 2022

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Can HR Cultivate Company Leaders?

Hppy

Too often, HR is associated with hiring, firing and managing conflict to keep an organization running on a basic level. The responsibility of building talent within the workforce is often relegated to business leaders — but leaders have so much else on their to-do lists that identifying and encouraging leaders from the workforce can fall to the wayside.

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How the pandemic accelerated already existing labour market trends

Rise

Whether you call it the Great Resignation, the Great Reckoning, or even the Great Retirement, there has been a massive shift in labour market trends over the course of the last two years. But is the pandemic wholly to blame, or did it only highlight factors that were already—and always have been—in play? From financial setbacks to staffing issues, many industries and organizations across Canada (and the world) have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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employee said she was leaving and has been replaced, but now doesn’t know when she is going to leave

Ask a Manager

This post, employee said she was leaving and has been replaced, but now doesn’t know when she is going to leave , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I am hoping you can help me with a dilemma I’m currently facing. My small nonprofit organization has been going through some staffing issues lately, and we recently had two employees leave abruptly due to family issues.

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Tips for Navigating Worker Classifications

SHRM Resources

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Automate Your Onboarding Process In 7 Steps

Efficient employee onboarding is more than a warm welcome—it's a catalyst for business growth. Automated onboarding transforms new hires into productive team members faster, fostering long-term satisfaction and talent retention. For HR, automation means replacing inefficient manual processes with streamlined, cost-effective operations. Our eBook reveals how automating employee onboarding delivers these benefits, reducing HR challenges and elevating new employee readiness.

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The KISS Model of Leadership Development

The People Equation

Photo by Brett Jordan on Unsplash. Has developing future leaders at your company become a complex web of activities? With formal processes like 360-degree feedback processes, individual development plans, and high-potential candidate reviews, it’s no wonder that leaders feel swamped and put leadership development on the back burner. Or maybe you work for an organization that doesn’t have those formal practices and you’re on your own.

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Expert Advice on Using Pre-Hire Assessments

Engage2Excel

A pre-hire assessment is a test or questionnaire that candidates complete as part of the job application process. The use of a valid and expert assessment is an effective way to determine which applicants are the most qualified for a specific job based on their strengths and preferences. Employers typically use the results to determine how well each candidate’s strengths and preferences match the job requirements.

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The Pros and Cons of Unlimited Vacation

Kazoo

Is unlimited time off a really good idea? . Getting as much time off as one wants sounds like a dream come true, yes? Who wouldn’t be tempted by the idea of being able to take as many vacation days as they wished, with their organization’s blessing? With unlimited time off, employees can choose how often they want to take a vacation, when, and for how long.

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my boss started using Yiddish after she found out I’m Jewish, sleepwear for work travel, and more

Ask a Manager

This post, my boss started using Yiddish after she found out I’m Jewish, sleepwear for work travel, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. My manager started using Yiddish after she found out I’m Jewish. I started a new job last year with a very small team that is entirely white.

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The Value of Peer Relationships at Work

Bonusly

Positive peer relationships are one of the most valuable things you can cultivate in the work environment. Here's why. ??. Less than a third of employees without friends at work are highly engaged. This is in stark contrast to the 69% of employees with multiple friends at work who remain highly engaged. With an employee's engagement level affecting nearly every aspect of their work, it's crucial to ensure your organization provides an environment that promotes and encourages the development of s

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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my boss won’t stop hassling me about my smoking and my weight

Ask a Manager

This post, my boss won’t stop hassling me about my smoking and my weight , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I am middle management. My boss has always complimented me both on the way I work and present myself, but as of late she changed her tune. Now she says she really hates that “horrible habit” of mine, which is smoking.

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The Best One-on-One Meeting Frequency According to Research

Quantum Workplace

One-on-one meetings between employees and managers are important. When conducted frequently, these meetings can serve as a valuable tool to bolster alignment, strengthen engagement, and drive employee growth. One challenge managers often have with one-on-one meetings is figuring out the right meeting cadence. How often should you have one on on meetings?

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my employee bothers her coworker with constant questions

Ask a Manager

This post, my employee bothers her coworker with constant questions , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I manage two employees who share an office. Jane is a long-term employee and stellar worker. Katie is a new employee in an entry-level assistant role. Jane has been venting that Katie peppers her with many intrusive questions.

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How High-Performance Organizations Can Replenish Depleted Wells of Resilience (i4cp login required)

i4cp

I conducted an informal poll this week of people in my social network, asking them about their sense of personal well-being and wheter they've seen signs of strain among their co-workers. I heard from a few that the number of sick days they and their co-workers are taking is noticiably on the rise. So too are discussions about feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, despondent, exhausted.

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The Essential Performance Review Checklist

Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.

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Lean Leadership: Career Advice For Entry- And Mid-Level Managers

Forbes Coaches Council

From my experience, it doesn't matter what industry you work in or your job function. Entry-level to mid-level management are typically rated in three categories: productivity, projects and people.

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How Credit Card Interest Works – Part 2

Payactiv

Trying to get to the bottom of your credit card bill? We’ve got you covered. Financial expert Eric Rosenberg shares some tips for how to use your credit card responsibly and how to calculate your monthly interest rate. Watch the video or read the transcript to follow. . Eric Rosenberg: Hey, everyone. Welcome back for part two of our series on credit card interest. .

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Being Authentic: 7 Common Misunderstandings

Emergenetics International

As organisations endeavour to create inclusive cultures, employers are increasingly asking how they can encourage employees to bring their whole selves to the (virtual) office. To live and work authentically helps individuals feel more satisfied in their roles and can spark a more productive atmosphere.

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3 Recruiting Mistakes to Avoid in 2022

Namely

Striving to attract and hire top employees comes with many challenges—especially in today’s candidate-driven market. In fact, a report by Express Employment Professionals found that 63 percent of employers say it has been difficult to fill positions, and 31 percent have open positions that they cannot fill.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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Organize Employee Benefits Better on the Intranet

BackStitch

Many companies rely on an intranet to host important content and keep employees engaged. They typically contain HR documents, operations manuals and company policies. Another important use case is providing employee benefits information in an easy to access location. Merely having this content is only a first step. Now, what is the best way to organize benefits and perks on the company intranet?

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Does a Full Calendar Mean Less Courtesy? The Impact of Meeting Culture

Perceptyx

When most people consider a day at work, the first thing that comes to mind is their meetings. When do I have meetings today? Which of these meetings is going to be useful, and which will be long and boring? Will I have time to eat between meetings today?

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How Credit Card Interest Works – Part 1

Payactiv

Wondering how credit card interest works? You came to the right place. Financial expert Eric Rosenberg sheds light on common questions related to credit cards. Watch the video or read the transcript to follow or continue to “ How Credit Card Interest Works – Part 2 ”. . Eric Rosenberg: Hello, my name is Eric Rosenberg, and I’m here to talk to you today about how credit card interest works. .

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Mental Health Backlash Fears Keep Workers On The Job

BetterUp

In December of last year, the surgeon general of the United States issued a stark warning that young people are facing a devastating mental health crisis. In the 53-page report, it was noted that globally, anxiety and depression have doubled during the pandemic. Worldwide, nearly 1 billion people are living with a mental health disorder.

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

Speaker: Jen Kirkwood - Partner, Responsible HR & AI at IBM and World Economic Forum Executive Fellow

The promise of AI for today’s organizations is real, yet in a frenzied state of experimentation, many stumble to get to a full-scale enterprise. As companies race to discover what generative AI can do, HR must lead conversations about how to balance cutting-edge innovations with integrity, trust, and diversity. Globally, organizations are at a critical intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AI acceleration.

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How Motives of Managers Influence Employees’ Judgments of Fairness

IO At Work

New research finds that employees consider supervisors’ adherence to justice and their motives for doing so when forming judgments of fairness.

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The Coming Awakening Of Moral Leadership

Forbes Coaches Council

There is a way forward to a more restorative form of leadership in our society; it will only come when individuals answer a call toward greater moral leadership.

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Ramadan: An opportunity of understanding and inclusion

HR Zone

Culture Make Ramadan about understanding and inclusion.

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5 Ways To Improve Team Cohesion In The Workplace

Vantage Circle

Hiring the right talent is imperative for achieving success in the workplace. But that is not where your work ends. Your next step is to build a group of talented individuals that has the zeal to work together. This necessitates the development of team cohesion among individuals to form a group capable of bringing success to the organization. But what does it take to build the necessary group cohesion?

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Early Tenure Turnover: Stop the Revolving Door of Hires

Speaker: Dr. Craig Ellis, Head of I-O Psychology, HighMatch

Are you facing a revolving door of hires, especially within their first 90 days of employment? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, a leading industrial-organizational (I-O) psychologist, offers insights and strategies to unravel the mystery behind early tenure turnover. Identify the root causes of early attrition to mitigate turnover’s impact in the first 12 months.

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Solving The Right Problems By Tapping Your Organization’s Human Potential

Acendre

By: Otto Berkes, HireRoad CEO. Our company has challenges. So does yours — as does every other organization. Employees are acutely aware of this, and the fact that challenges exist is not what drives them to seek other professional opportunities. People want to work for companies that value their contributions, including the chance to help address current challenges.

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Top 7 tips to improve Member Engagement and Retention in Associations

PSB

It isn’t easy to define the ideal association member engagement plan to follow because every association is different. Therefore, your plan to improve member engagement for associations will have to be created around your individual KPIs and data indicators, depending on your final goals and members’ preferences. However, a few typical strategic steps can guide you to increase member engagement for associations: Enhance your communication methods.

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HRWS (Chart): Tracking Unemployment Rate Changes from January to February 2022

HR Workplace Services

Click the link below to view the HR Workplace Services (HRWS) Chart, tracking Unemployment Rate Changes from November to December 2021 (statistically significant states): HRWS Unemployment Chart January to February 2022. About HRWS. HR Workplace Services, Inc. (HRWS) partners with the nation’s top insurance brokers and agencies providing their clients with best-in-class services for support and HR concerns, compliance and technology.