Linkedin Talent Blog
APRIL 3, 2017
Co-authored by Christopher Lawrence Recruiting contractors has become a popular way to hire: 20% to 30% of the workforce in the US and the EU-15 are independent workers, according to the McKinsey Global Institute , 42% of U.S. executives plan on hiring more of them in the coming years, and some experts are estimating they will make up fully half of it a decade from now.
Cornerstone On Demand
APRIL 3, 2017
Editor's Note: In today's fast-paced news cycle, we know it's difficult to keep up with the latest and greatest HR trends and stories. To make sure you're updated, we're recapping our most popular articles every month in our " In Case You Missed It " series. Keep reading for March's top stories! Why You Should Hire People Who Write Their Own Job Descriptions Sarah Feingold was hired on the spot as Etsy's 17th employee.
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EmployeeConnect
APRIL 3, 2017
For any small and mid-scale organisation, the employees are its biggest line item expense and of course the organisation’s most valuable assets. In other words, a company’s productivity and profitability largely depend on the performance of its employees and organisational goals and strategic objectives. Studies have proved that there is a significant increase in both business and the performance of the employees in an organisation, an organisation has set effective individual employee goals and
ATD Human Capital
APRIL 3, 2017
I have several friends in corporate who look forward to meetings at work with the same level of enthusiasm as they would a root canal. This mindset is unfortunately common because without proper framing and structure, meetings can fall apart in one (or all) of these ways: They turn into complaint sessions in which team members identify problems without ever identifying solutions.
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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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WorkHuman
APRIL 3, 2017
In today’s workplace, businesses are trying to do everything they can to wring the last bit of “engagement” out of their employees. Not that every business really understands what engagement means, but they know they want it. And they think they need it. And let’s face it, most employees say they want to feel connected to their work – to feel like they’re making a difference.
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UpstartHR
APRIL 3, 2017
Books. They’ve been around pretty much forever, and that familiarity is one reason they are not as appreciated as some other learning tools. But don’t be fooled–there’s more than meets the eye. It’s been said that reading one hour a day will make someone an international expert in their field in 5-7 years. While that exact figure may be up for debate, it’s clear that reading is a powerful activity for self-development.
Hppy
APRIL 3, 2017
Finding people to fill open positions would seem to be a pretty simple, straightforward process—right? But it turns out, filling those jobs isn’t as easy as it sounds: nearly 2 out of 3 people currently employed aren’t even looking for a job. That means your job opening has to attract people who may, in fact, be pretty content where they are. It might seem that because people are busy, shorter job descriptions would make better use of their time.
Justworks
APRIL 3, 2017
You’ve found the perfect candidate. She has all the necessary experience, a stunning portfolio, and her values align well with your company culture. There’s just one snag — she lives in a different state. Or, perhaps, even a different country altogether. And here enters the dilemma: If your company is competing for the best talent out there, how far should you go to snag someone who would require relocation?
TalentCulture
APRIL 3, 2017
Interest in artificial intelligence (AI) recruiting technology has exploded recently. From finance to sales departments, business leaders are asking how they can leverage AI technology to become more efficient, cost-effective, and competitive. HR is no exception. To stay on top of this trend, here are seven recruiting AI terms that every recruiter needs to know.
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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.
Laurie Ruettimann
APRIL 3, 2017
Why do people hate HR? From start-ups to conglomerates, very few people show love for a critical and important department within a company. Here’s why. 1. They don’t like to hear women tell them what to do. Or gay people. Or anybody who seems as if they’re in a lower socioeconomic class. Look at your company. HR is a majority-minority department.
TalentCulture
APRIL 3, 2017
As more baby boomers retire, the workforce is opening wider to accept the next generation of leadership… the millennials. It’s predicted that millennials will be three quarters of the workforce by 2025. There’s a lot of talk about what it takes to attract, fascinate, engage and retain this often times misunderstood generation of workers.
TLNT: The Business of HR
APRIL 3, 2017
Whilst there are many things which can influence the success of your team, a great manager is a key factor when it comes to keeping people motivated and on the road to success. An effective manager can make all the difference between a successful team and one that falls short: management accounts for 70% of the variance in employee engagement, which hugely impacts all aspects of workplace performance.
The HR Capitalist
APRIL 3, 2017
If you're watching/following the NCAA Men's Basketball Tourney this year, your bracket is shot, your team is likely gone and there's only one thing left to do. . What's that thing you ask? . Look at the rosters of the teams that made the Final Four and make a Talent observation. Naturally. . This year, that observation is pretty simple. If it's long term performance you're looking for, you're likely better off not chasing the top 1% of available talent, you're better off in the 75th to 95th
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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.
TLNT: The Business of HR
APRIL 3, 2017
The following is adapted from the authors’ new book, Accelerating Performance: How Organizations Can Mobilize, Execute, and Transform with Agility.
WorqIQ
APRIL 3, 2017
You followed your entrepreneurial spirit, came up with an idea, raised capital and started your own company. Now you spend a great deal of energy keeping your customers, suppliers and employees happy. But are you forgetting someone? What about your shareholders? We asked members of the Young Entrepreneur Council for their advice on how to maintain a positive, open relationship with shareholders.
Allegis Global Solutions
APRIL 3, 2017
The use of data in the world of recruitment has been a game-changer in recent years and it is an increasing trend that shows little sign of slowing down anytime soon.
Workology
APRIL 3, 2017
As we rapidly spin toward the future of work we talk of advances in technology that will replace people, supplement their work, make their work easier, or make it easier for employers to track workers every minute of the day. It is possible, or will be in the not too distant future, to implant a […] Source.
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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?
Workforce Software
APRIL 3, 2017
Online shopping is taking market share from traditional brick and mortar stores. Learn the potent strategy that supermarkets and retailers can use to compete.
IO At Work
APRIL 3, 2017
In the US alone, companies invest billions of dollars per year on corporate training and educational programs aimed at developing better leaders and a highly skilled workforce. But are these learning initiatives truly as helpful as intended? A new article suggests that corporate training is only effective if organizational systems and infrastructure are in place to support it.
HRSG
APRIL 3, 2017
I am often asked “what’s the difference between skills and competencies?” In this article, I define the term “competency” and break it down into its key parts: knowledge, skills and abilities.
Evil HR Lady
APRIL 3, 2017
Most Human Resources people want to do the fun stuff in HR–developing people, training, supporting the business, etc. What do we spend our time with? These things. These things that you should already know–like the fact that it’s really, really, really important to be to work when your boss wants you there. If that means 8:00, it means 8:00, not 8:17, or 9:34.
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.
Cielo HR Leader
APRIL 3, 2017
In a continuing effort to improve candidate experience, companies are looking for ways to please the modern (aka millennial) jobseeker. That means making the application process simpler, more convenient and mobile-friendly. Enter Facebook, which recently launched a feature that allows users to apply for jobs directly through the social media giant. Here’s how it works: Candidates see a post that looks similar to a typical Facebook ad, click on the “Apply Now” button, and are then directed to the
SnackNation
APRIL 3, 2017
7 Fun Office Birthday Ideas That Are as Easy as Pie. Although the Notorious B.I.G. wasn’t necessarily referring to office culture when he penned the immortal lines “Birthdays was the worst days,” he very well could have been. Think about it – the grocery store sheet cake, the lifeless rendition of “Happy Birthday to You,” the elastic party hat string slicing into your windpipe like piano wire – few things in life are as depressing as a poorly executed office birthday party.
Ask a Manager
APRIL 3, 2017
Some job searching advice feels like it was dreamed up in a lab by people who have never hired or even done much interviewing as a candidate, because it won’t work well in real life. At U.S. News & World Report today, I talk about three pieces of popular advice about job searching that don’t typically play out the way they’re intended. You can read it here.
Quantum Workplace
APRIL 3, 2017
Organizations that measure employee engagement annually see a 2.5 times greater increase in engagement than those that survey less frequently. Why? When you invest in your talent and treat employee feedback as an evolving, ongoing conversation, employees know that their voices are heard and their needs are supported. As a result, you reap the benefits of having an engaged workforce: higher productivity, enhanced profitability, and people who will stick with you when times get tough.
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.
Steve Boese
APRIL 3, 2017
What do you want to be when you grow up? Ask any 8 - 12 year old that question and you will probably get one of the following careers in response - Movie Star, Pro Athlete, Musician, Astronaut, Firefighter, (increasingly) Video Game Developer, or maybe YouTube star, (apparently that is a thing now). What you won't get much of in response are more common occupations like Office Clerk, Home Health Aide, Salesperson, or Bus Driver.
45 Things
APRIL 3, 2017
A decade ago, Paul Zak began measuring brain activity from people while they worked and he soon made an important discovery: There are scientific reasons why some organizations perform at high levels while others flounder. He discovered from his tests that people work more effectively – and deliver better results for their companies – when they are working in trusted cultures, such as an environment where workers are not reprimanded or fired if they make a mistake.
PI Worldwide
APRIL 3, 2017
When employees identify with a leader’s “why,” they become ambassadors for your cause. Savvy, excellence-seeking leaders who want to differentiate and grow their businesses are well advised to look within themselves and their organizations.
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