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The ‘new normal’: the future of hiring, onboarding and working

Workable

Remote work , asynchronous communication , increase of collaboration tools use; these are just a few of the current trends the hiring world and businesses are seeing. We at Workable wanted to get to the core of these developments and address them with people who are on the front lines and willing to share their first-hand experiences. That’s why on June 25, 2020, we hosted a webinar titled: “Working, hiring and onboarding in the new normal”.

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10 ways to reward your remote workforce

Insperity

Everyone likes to be recognized for their efforts – whether it’s a very public kudos or a hand-written note discreetly mailed to their home. In fact, employee recognition is considered one of the top ways to motivate people to do their best work and increase productivity. According to the Society of Human Resource Management ,79 percent of employees say recognition makes them work harder and 78 percent say recognition makes them more productive and better equipped to handle change.

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Switching Over to a PEO: What Exactly is Changing?

Abel HR

At baseline, acronyms are always confusing. But even after you learn what the PEO stands for (professional employer organization) it still doesn’t really make sense! So, acknowledging that there is a general lack of knowledge about what it is that we and our peers do. We thought we would take some time to break it down and explain it once and for all.

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Everything You Need to Know about PPP Loan Forgiveness

Homebase

You may have received (or may be waiting to receive) funding from the Small Business Association (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which was a major component of the federal CARES Act. While the funding is technically called a loan, 100% of the loan can be forgiven if you follow the PPP loan forgiveness rules. . It can be difficult for small businesses to navigate the ins and outs of how to achieve total Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness.

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The Engagement Engine: Strategies for Building a High-Performance Culture

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

Many companies strive for a positive culture with happy employees. But what if you could achieve more? High-performing cultures are the McLarens of the business world, leaving Camrys in the dust. They unlock exceptional results by fostering innovation, engagement, and continuous growth. In this webinar, we'll demystify the concept and provide practical steps to kickstart the journey toward a high-performing culture in your organization.

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Back to Business: What is Contact Tracing and How Can Your Company Participate?

Netchex HR Blog

Back to Business: What is Contact Tracing and How Can Your Company Participate? July 2, 2020. With states and businesses beginning to reopen, the fear of a second outbreak looms heavy over the proceedings. As businesses develop return to work plans , one of the biggest components is anticipating and addressing employees’ return to work concerns , including many lingering health and safety concerns.

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Business Leaders Having Uncomfortable Conversation About Race

15Five

Since late May 2020, there has been an accelerated evolution of the conversation around race in America and globally. With this latest round of high-profile deadly police encounters with Black Americans and the massive response to it, many of us are at a loss about how to best respond. Business leaders especially may be avoiding the conversation, afraid to risk their futures because they say the wrong thing. .

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Outplacement Coaching – What To Expect In 2020

Intoo USA

With the coronavirus pandemic disrupting established workplace patterns and structures, employers are grappling with many questions and managing destabilizing events like layoffs and other sudden structural changes. In the midst of such uncertainty, outplacement coaching can be a stabilizing force. . Outplacement, a benefit given by employers to laid-off employees to help them land new positions faster, helps companies and HR departments effectively handle employees transitions.

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My Job Search During COVID-19: Keep Dreaming

TalentCulture

Hey, all. 2019 graduates. Recent 2020 graduates. Early-hires. Young professionals. Those who have been laid off. Those in furlough. Those on unemployment. I know it feels like everyone is looking for a full-time job (or any job right now). As a recent graduate from SUNY New Paltz, who majored in journalism and minored in Spanish […]. The post My Job Search During COVID-19: Keep Dreaming appeared first on TalentCulture.

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Outplacement Coaching – What To Expect In 2020

Intoo USA

With the coronavirus pandemic disrupting established workplace patterns and structures, employers are grappling with many questions and managing destabilizing events like layoffs and other sudden structural changes. In the midst of such uncertainty, outplacement coaching can be a stabilizing force. . Outplacement, a benefit given by employers to laid-off employees to help them land new positions faster, helps companies and HR departments effectively handle employees transitions.

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Preventing Workplace Violence and Complying with California’s New Legal Requirements (SB-553)

Speaker: Speakers:

Every company everywhere should have a plan to combat workplace violence and properly respond to violent incidents. California has stepped to the plate and become the first state to mandate workplace violence prevention requirements for employees and employers. Even if you are in a different state or country, these workplace violence requirements are applicable to almost every employer anywhere.

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Three remote working lessons from the most isolated professions

HR Zone

Future Remote working lessons from isolated professions.

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Intrapreneurs: The Rise Of The Organizational Innovators

Vantage Circle

There was a time when working in a 9 to 5 schedule was the norm for most employees. No , this is not an ancient times scenario but something as recent as two to three decades back. The employees in those days followed the instructions of their bosses to the T. They were hardly expected or encouraged to think and perform beyond their given scope of work.

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Employment law: How to decide which employees should return to work

HR Zone

Strategy Which of your employees should return to work?

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5 Examples of Racial Bias in Hiring

Ongig

We found 5 examples of racial bias in hiring. They include racial bias in job descriptions, candidate screening, interviewing, job offers, and background checks. Let’s have a look! 1. Racial Bias in Job Descriptions. Racial bias in hiring starts with the job description. Even if it is unconscious, many companies have job descriptions with racial bias.

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Hiring for Culture Fit: Align Your Values, Roles and Candidates

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

Is the term “culture” just a buzzword tossed around at your organization, or have you delved into the core values and behaviors that truly define a good fit for your company? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, will share a proven framework to identify the essential traits that contribute to a seamless fit within your unique culture, not just in your current successful employees but also in prospective candidates.

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The New Social Media

Dave's Weekly Thought

My father told me a long time ago that the best way to break up a good time was to bring religion or politics into a conversation. His intent was always respected but that was a long long time ago. Enter Social Media. I was an early adopter of LinkedIn and Twitter, I use these avenues in a manner that seldom requires commentary. Not all social sites (or the networks we have built upon them) observe rules of engagement.

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From the Shadows of COVID-19 Comes the Opportunity for Learning and Growth

SHRM

The disruptions of COVID-19 have brought new challenges to our communities, our workplaces, and our profession. HR professionals have been the first responders of the workplace in the midst of the global pandemic as we grapple with new data and directives about the novel coronavirus that can change by the day. Our HR professionals are telling us that they’re working long hours to stay on top of the latest information from public health officials and new policies and laws mandated by governme

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Ep 233 – Test Taking Strategies for HRCI and SHRM Exams

Workology

Within our HR careers, having a certification is extremely important. Taking an exam to demonstrate your HR expertise by earning a certification is a great way to gain an HR knowledge foundation and. Workology is the art and science of work, HR and recruitment. Join the resource revolution. Within our HR careers, having a certification is extremely important.

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FFCRA leave and holidays, how does that work anyway?

The Employer Handbook

//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js Ralph Hogaboom on Flickr. Not this Independence Day. Although, it does feel like it this year, amirite? Yesterday, a reader emailed me, “Hey Eric, Have an employee out on COVID leave… Friday’s is a holiday, how do we pay? COVID or Holiday?” I’m going to assume that this is one of those hypothetical questions for a friend.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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5 Reasons to become an Architect in 2020

Hppy

If there is a profession where you must use creativity and effort to improve other people’s lives, that is architecture. The path to become an architect is not easy and it takes between 5 to 7 years (depends on each country), and a postgraduate training is also necessary. Studying an Architecture Master in Europe is a great way to specialize in Collective Housing and start a successful professional career in the construction industry.

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What are purple squirrels and unicorns?

HR Digest

In a world of fantasy, animals are beautiful, magical creatures capable of bringing good luck and charm. Everyone loves them. In the world of professional recruiting, being asked to find purple squirrels is every recruiter’s worst nightmare. The term “ purple squirrel ” emerged in the recruitment sector in the early 2000s. It implies finding an ideal candidate for a specific job.

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Mental health awareness at work: Warnings signs to look for

Business Management Daily

Mental health among workers is essential not only for employee wellness but also for the welfare of your company. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults reported a mental illness in 2016, and 71% reported at least one symptom of stress, like a headache or feeling anxious. Mental health awareness programs in the workplace can help mitigate stress and improve employees’ wellness by identifying issues early, and providing support through things like Empl

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Taking Your Networking Pitch To The Next Level: 16 Essential Steps

Forbes Coaches Council

When networking, you don't want to be another face that is indistinguishable from any other; you want people to recognize your uniqueness. Here's how to refine your networking pitch and make it memorable.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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How to create a fairer recruitment process for BAME applicants

Cognisess

The recent Black Lives Matter movement has created an awareness of the prominent racial inequality globally. In fact, last year the Guardian reported that black Britons and those of South Asian origin faced shocking discrimination at levels unchanged since the 1960s. Perhaps your company wants to support this movement by creating a fairer recruitment process.

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Simple Guide to Working From Home

Take It Personel-ly

Working from home can be daunting as you leave your offices and the office environment behind but are still expected to perform the same or even better than before. Adapting to this may take lots of time but with a few simple strategies, you will be able to have an easier time transitioning to a […].

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we have to live within 100 miles of our director, company said paying me more would be “unfair,” and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. We have to live within 100 miles of our director. I work for a small nonprofit that went remote for a trial period last year. This year the board approved a permanent move to remote work, with the restriction that we all live and work within a 100-mile radius of the executive director’s home.

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Creating a Balanced Leadership Style: Are you results- or relationship-oriented?

Fond

Whether you are a results-orientated leader or a relationship-orientated leader, having a clear understanding of your leadership style is important to improve and develop. It may come as a surprise to some leaders that neither style is truly effective on its own. By finding a balance between both styles, you can become a much more effective leader. This blog post will clarify the difference between the two, guide you through the process of identifying which style aligns with you the most, and of

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Fortify I-9 Compliance With The All-in-one Team Training Handbook

USCIS estimates that 76% of paper I-9s have at least one fineable error —with high-volume hirers at the highest risk. But worry not. WorkBright’s Ultimate I-9 Compliance Guide is a comprehensive resource to instantly level up your team’s I-9 process and reduce your audit risk. What to expect: Written for HR teams: No cryptic legal jargon here. We’ve made it fast and easy to find concise answers to nearly fifty I-9 questions in simple terms.

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HR Trends in 2020

Abel HR

It’s hard to believe that we’re just about halfway through 2020, especially when internet memes would lead us to believe that March had 200 days and April really dragged on with a whopping 4,000 days! Add to that, this has been a year that is unprecedented to say the least, with even the doomsday preppers admitting that they were not quite prepped for this one!

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The challenges of remote hiring

Jostle

We're all still living that remote work life, but it almost feels normal now, doesn't it? COVID happened and, after a brief period of uncertainty and adjustment , organizations persevered. And with that comes the return of hiring.

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New Quick Base CIO Deb Gildersleeve on the Role of the CIO and the Future of Low-code

Quickbase

Today, we announced Deb Gildersleeve as our first ever chief information officer (CIO). She most recently headed up business unit IT at Pitney Bowes and spend nearly 12 years in IT leadership roles at Gartner. . We sat down with Gildersleeve to talk about her priorities coming in as our first CIO, the shifting role of the CIO in the business, and the value and future of low-code technology. .