Ask a Manager

JUNE 23, 2017

A reader writes: I own a small advertising firm with one big client. The new exec we work with at that company is a bully, micromanaging our work and using abusive language when dealing with us. We had a wonderful relationship with previous managers – this is the first time this has happened. I know they are short staffed and she is the only one they have to work with us, so more than likely, complaining to higher-ups will result in us being dropped for another company in this highly compe

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Hireology

JUNE 23, 2017

If one of your career goals is to start a business, buying a small franchise business is a great way to achieve this goal without starting from scratch. And becoming a franchisee offers a variety of opportunities depending on your business interests – more than 300 different industries have embraced the franchise business model with a new franchise location opening every 8 minutes in the U.S.

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Reflektive

JUNE 23, 2017

For many human resources professionals, this past weekend was spent waltzing down Bourbon Street with Mardi Gras beads in hand for the annual SHRM conference. For those who don’t know what SHRM is, it is the Society for Human Resource Management’s annual conference, which is the largest annual gathering of HR professionals in the world. Each year the SHRM weekend is jam-packed with keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities for people of all backgrounds to participate and

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HR Bartender

JUNE 23, 2017

We’ve talked often on this blog about the need for organizations to consider contingent workers in their staffing strategy. The contingent workforce includes on-call, temporary, freelancers, consultants, and contractors (just to name a few). But even within these titles, there are differences. Take freelancers for example. If you Google the definition of freelancer, it says “working for different companies at different times rather than being permanently employed by one company.

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TalentCulture

JUNE 23, 2017

Working in the modern world can be hectic. The pace is unrelenting. The expectations are high. The hours are long. And for many, the pay is underwhelming. So, when I hear from managers that they have no time to recognize, or show appreciation for their employees , I cringe. Essentially what these managers are saying is, they’re not interested in increasing employee commitment to the cause.

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TalentCulture

JUNE 23, 2017

Employee Recognition and Rewards are pulling up from the outside and gaining in speed quickly. Companies that are smart are already ahead of the curve and are playing to the strengths of their employees by encouraging feedback and recognition as a form of engagement, both from their peers and from management. On Wednesday, June 28, 2017, TalentCulture #WorkTrends host, Meghan M.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JUNE 23, 2017

Leaders create the culture that helps their teams thrive –– or barely survive. Of course, no leader intentionally stymies or stalls a team. But even the strongest leaders may make mistakes that freeze their people rather than free them to be their best.

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Evil HR Lady

JUNE 23, 2017

The New York Times recently ran an article about horrible helicopter parents who hover all the way through college and then into the workforce–citing an example of a father who applied on behalf of his son and even showed up with the interview, and moms who joined in for a Skype Interviews. Here’s the thing: most parents are not this awful.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JUNE 23, 2017

For years, I’ve read articles about the human resource (HR) department as a “ revenue center.” They go something like, “We built this program and extrapolated some nebulous ROI and look how valuable we are – I swear.

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Steve Boese

JUNE 23, 2017

NOTE: Ran a version of this post 2 years ago the day after the 2015 NBA Draft, the draft were my New York Knicks did indeed select the 'Unicorn' Kristaps Porzingis in the first round. Fast forward two years later and these same Knicks apparently are flirting with the idea of trading the Unicorn, who is quite literally the only player worth watching on what has become a terrible team.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JUNE 23, 2017

A staff handbook (also known as a Policies and Procedures Manual) is something every company, regardless of size, should have.

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Great Place to Work

JUNE 23, 2017

Creative practices like "Code Lavender" can save employees who are at risk of burnout. For most of us, going to the hospital can be stressful. That’s why a nurse or technician who goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable can have such a positive impact on your experience. Hospital staff have the unique opportunity to influence patients’ experience by providing an extra level of care and compassion.

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The Employer Handbook

JUNE 23, 2017

Let’s go live to California for an immediate reaction from the defense bar … I’d like to start by apologizing to the State of New Jersey. You’ve got a long way to go and, hopefully, you never get there. Now, let’s check out the Ninth Circuit’s opinion — actually, it’s here — in Arias v. Raimondo.

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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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DDI

JUNE 23, 2017

Learn why all leaders should take time to read Mary Meeker’s influential Internet Trends 2017 report.

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HR Zone

JUNE 23, 2017

Business. Organisation design: time to disrupt our approach.

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Total Employee Recognition

JUNE 23, 2017

The long hours in school…the even longer hours at work. All that time you spent putting others first wasn’t so you could get rich and work a comfy schedule. No! You entered healthcare to make a difference in the world, to help strangers in need, and – above all else – to save lives!

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Engagedly

JUNE 23, 2017

Writing employee goals for the first time? Here is a checklist you need to follow in order to ensure that you are creating good and SMART goals for your employees. Personal improvement One of the main motives behind […].

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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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HR Zone

JUNE 23, 2017

Employees. When does discretionary effort come at a cost?

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Compensation Today

JUNE 23, 2017

You have many choices when trying to decide where to best spend your time and money at an HR industry conference. In the HR field, there are several that rise to the top and specialize in fascinating topics like compensation planning, HRIS, innovation and disruption — depending upon what you want to learn more about. We feature the standouts below and invite you to add Compference 2017 to complete your list. 1.

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HR Morning

JUNE 23, 2017

Want to discuss the Senate’s new “discussion draft” of its ACA repeal bill with upper management but don’t have time to sift through the 142-page document? We’ve got you covered. The “ Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017 , ” the Senate’s version of an ACA repeal and replace bill is slated to go to vote as early as this week.

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Workday

JUNE 23, 2017

Patagonia is best known for its colorful fleeces and classic backpacks, worn by the hip and fashion-indifferent alike. The brand has a way of transcending trendy and is a wardrobe staple for many, even those who rarely step foot on a trail. To achieve this kind of customer loyalty, a brand needs that special something that forges a deep connection with consumers.

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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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Silkroad

JUNE 23, 2017

Form I-9 to be revised in July 2017 The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has announced that it.

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Workable

JUNE 23, 2017

Hiring update emails from recruiters to hiring managers are helpful, particularly at the beginning of your recruiting process before managers begin interviewing candidates. These frequent email updates help: Make the hiring process transparent. Facilitate communication between recruiters and hiring managers. Prepare hiring managers for the interviews.

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Evil HR Lady

JUNE 23, 2017

Sooner or later, someone will have a health emergency at your office. Whether it’s an employee who has an allergic reaction or a visiting child who attempts to jump from the table to the chair and cuts her chin open, there could be an office emergency. Here’s what you need to do to be prepared: Don’t be Afraid to Call 911. Err on the side of caution when a medical emergency comes up, according to the National Emergency Number Association.

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Benefitfocus

JUNE 23, 2017

Now that the Senate's take on the American Health Care Act is finally out in the open, what does it mean for health care reform in the U.S.? And what are the implications for employers and consumers?

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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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Jostle

JUNE 23, 2017

Employee engagement is a nebulous topic and improving it can be tricky. We've found that a main ingredient in the secret sauce to better engagement is a vibrant communications platform that connects employees and gives them a voice. Here are five ways that our customers are using their intranets to successfully engage employees.

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Ask a Manager

JUNE 23, 2017

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about. If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to talk to other readers. * If you submitted a question to me recently, please don’t repost it here, as it may be in the to-be-answered queue :).

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Mercer

JUNE 23, 2017

The ACA excise tax postponement may relieve some of the concern until 2020 but when it comes to the ACA there are no guarantees. Kathleen Huggins, Mercer PeoplePro Talent Management specialist outlines next steps to help you plan accordingly. The post ACA Excise Tax — Update appeared first on Mercer PeoplePro Blog.

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