Fri.Sep 15, 2017

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How NOT to Communicate Your Salary Expectations.

Compensation Force

A colleague of mine in the staffing field shared this excerpt from the cover letter sent in by a prospective job candidate: My salary requirements are based on what's required to provide shelter and feed my family and will require some added perspective about what it is you require. Good of him/her to add the afterthought signaling some willingness to consider factors beyond living costs, I guess. .

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How NOT to Communicate Your Salary Expectations.

Compensation Cafe

A colleague of mine in the staffing field shared this excerpt from the cover letter sent in by a prospective job candidate: My salary requirements are based on what's required to provide shelter and feed my family and will require some added perspective about what it is you require. Good of him/her to add the afterthought signaling some willingness to consider factors beyond living costs, I guess. .

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The 10 Most Popular Articles Among Recruiters This Week

Linkedin Talent Blog

In case you need a stimulating read, here’s a great list for you. We took a look at the articles staffing and corporate recruiters shared, liked, and commented on the most on LinkedIn during the last 7 days and posted them below. Here are the top posts for this week: 1. Gender Balance in Your Tech Startup’s C-Suite Won’t Happen Overnight. Here’s How to Start -- by Kelly Kinnard. 2.

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3 Surprising Skills That Will Shape HR Roles In The Future

Hppy

While in the past the role of HR has been policy development coupled by a lot of paperwork. There has been a paradigm shift. The basic HR roles have not changed. However, these roles have evolved. The impact that employee engagement has on productivity, innovation, customer satisfaction, and loyalty have forced HR managers to take on new skills. Also read: Possible Applications of AI in HR.

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Discover the 4 Big Recruitment Challenges for 2024

It’s no secret that today’s hiring market is tough! The constant changes can make it seem impossible for HR leaders, hiring teams, and hiring managers to remain flexible and agile. However, there’s a silver lining amongst all the hiring chaos, as these changes also bring great opportunities and fresh ways for HR leaders to gain that competitive edge in the race for top talent.

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Employee Handbook

Workable

From a code of conduct to benefits and perks to employment details, this employee handbook template has everything you need to start your own company policies. What is an employee handbook? An employee handbook is a document that communicates your company’s mission, policies and expectations. Employers give this to employees to clarify their rights and responsibilities while they’re employed with the company.

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An Open Letter to you, the Worker

TalentCulture

Dear Hard and Dedicated Worker, I am writing to you today as our data highlights that you have not been spending time taking care of yourself. While we acknowledge that you do good work, we also want you to remember that you need to rest and take time to treat yourself with tender loving care. In case you got too busy being an exceptional worker, we wanted to remind you that you need to make time for yourself every day to do what brings you joy.

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Recruiting costs FAQ: Budget and cost per hire

Workable

Here are frequently asked questions and answers about recruiting costs to help you plan your budget, monitor your cost per hire and optimize your spending: What is cost per hire? How do you calculate cost per hire? What should be included in recruiting costs? What’s a good benchmark for cost per hire? What’s a good benchmark for recruiting costs? What should be included in a recruiting budget?

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Make Sure You’re Using The New I-9 Form By September 18

Justworks

If you’re an employer in the United States, you’re likely familiar with Form I-9. Government-issued Form I-9 ensures employers are hiring employees who are legally permitted to work in the US. Employers are required to use Form I-9 to verify the identity and employment authorization of each new employee hired after November 6, 1986 to work in the US for wages or other remuneration.

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Nonprofit Spotlight: American Red Cross Hurricane Relief

Bonusly

Hurricane Harvey made landfall in southern Texas on August 25, 2017, and is now being called the worst flooding disaster in United States history. In Harvey’s aftermath, the American Red Cross (ARC) has been instrumental in providing food, shelter, and support to individuals and families affected by the storm. As one of America’s largest and oldest nonprofits, ARC created the first nationwide civilian blood program and continues to collect over 40 percent of the nation’s blood donations.

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Correct & Prevent I-9 Errors: Your 2024 Audit Toolkit

Simplify your I-9 compliance process and minimize the risk of costly fines with WorkBright’s comprehensive audit toolkit. Created in collaboration with employment law experts, this essential two-part guide will help you conduct a thorough internal audit in 2024. The first section outlines a three-step process for ensuring error-free and compliant I-9s, followed by two printable checklists to streamline your audit process.

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How To Communicate Effectively In The Workplace (For Introverts)

Engagedly

Some people have the art of communication down. No matter what the situation or place, they are able to converse easily and have meaningful dialogue. And even if the person on the other side is difficult or prickly […].

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Employee Resignation and Termination

Workable

Having clear processes for when employees leave your company can mitigate legal risks and negative feelings. Use our template as a guide to complete your Employee Handbook. Include policies and legal obligations that apply to your company. Download this template in a.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. Keep in mind that this template is not a legal document and may not take into account all relevant local or national laws.

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Propaganda, Culture & Employer Brand

NoExcusesHR

You spend so much time telling me your culture and people are the most valuable assets of your organization.but you don't round , you don't invest precious resources in employees, and you spend your whole day in meetings claiming to be busy. You don't have the culture you think you do. Your turnover hasn't improved in a meaningful way for years You don't dare take risks to move your organization from old school to a cutting edge contemporary company.but.you care about your organization and your

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Giving Back: The Unexpected Benefits of CSR for Employees

Ceridian

I often write about the value of corporate social responsibility from an organizational perspective, extolling the benefits that befall companies when they invest in giving back. Through leading the CSR portfolio at Ceridian, I have found that employees (including myself) benefit just as much as the company (maybe more!). So, encourage your employees to pursue their passions through activism, volunteering or giving back.

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Unlocking Employee Potential with the Power of Continuous Feedback

Speaker: Erin Daruszka and Nakisha Dixon

Recent studies show that only 21% of employees feel their performance and growth are within their control. What if the answer to employee development and high performance lies elsewhere? Enter continuous feedback. Imagine a work environment where feedback isn't a dreaded annual event, but a constant source of growth. Join us to discover how ongoing, actionable feedback empowers your team to take ownership of their performance, boosting engagement and development.

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Internet Business, Should You Buy Or Build?

Take It Personel-ly

When you are thinking about building an internet business, there is going to be quite a few tough questions that you’ll need to answer before you actually begin. Looking further than the skills you have, and the goals you’ve set for the business, one of the biggest decisions you’ll need to make is whether you […].

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Employee Code of Conduct

Workable

Your Employee Code of Conduct is one of the most important parts of your Employee Handbook. We created a code of conduct template to help you communicate your expectations to your employees in a clear and tactful manner. Download this Code of Conduct for Employees template in.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. Keep in mind that this template is not a legal document and may not take into account all relevant local or national laws.

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Corporate Culture and Performance: 6 Tips on Hiring the Right Fit

Paychex

Given the cost of employee turnover, the investment in hiring the right fit could be well worth the time and effort. Consider the following ways you can attract and hire the right people for your company.

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Cafe Classic: He Said / She Said is Always Expensive

Compensation Cafe

Editor's Note: Today's Classic features some timeless advice from Chuck Csizmar on documenting the terms and conditions of an expatriate's overseas assignment. Ultimately much smarter (and more financially viable) than waiting for the inevitable game of "he said / she said" to erupt. Recently I was asked by a U.S. client why I recommended that they create an international assignment letter for their expatriate employees.

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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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Working Hours, PTO and Vacation

Workable

Working hours and leave policies are vital parts of an informative Employee Handbook. Outline your working time policies by modifying our template. Download this template in a.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. Keep in mind that this template is not a legal document and may not take into account all relevant local or national laws.

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Planning the Project: HR as the Professional PM

HR Zone

Business. Planning the Project: HR as the Professional PM.

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Workplace Policies

Workable

Your workplace policies help you build a lawful and pleasant workplace where your employees can thrive. We crafted a template to help you communicate your basic workplace policies pertaining to confidentiality, health & safety and anti-violence practices. Include this template in your Employee Handbook. Download this policy in.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page.

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How to Deliver An Effective Onboarding Experience

TLNT: The Business of HR

Most employers consider generational differences when they design their onboarding process. These can be costly and have a huge impact on employee success , which is why they need to be effective.

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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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Employment Basics

Workable

Wondering where to begin your Employee Handbook? After you welcome employees and introduce your mission, explain basic aspects of employment like how you define full-time employment and how you hire. Use our template as a guide and adjust it to your needs. Download this template in a.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. Keep in mind that this template is not a legal document and may not take into account all relevant local or national laws.

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“Perverse and absurd,” today’s post isn’t really as fun as it sounds.

The Employer Handbook

Not even close to that fun. No, it’s about a guy who got fired after his employer concluded that he had gained unauthorized access to its electronic files. It just so happens that the plaintiff accessed those files to assist his employer in defending two discrimination actions that other employees had pending against the employer. Either way, because of the firing, the plaintiff alleged retaliation.

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Employee Compensation and Development

Workable

Your employee compensation and development policies help you explain how you reward your employees and motivate them to achieve even better results. Use our template as part of your complete Employee Handbook. Download this template in a.doc format by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. Keep in mind that this template is not a legal document and may not take into account all relevant local or national laws.

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6 inexpensive perks that will motivate your employees

Sage HRMS

Keeping your budget in check, lowering spending and managing costs are key concerns for every small business owner. But equally important is keeping your employees content, motivated and loyal. How can you reconcile these two seemingly contradictory needs? The good news is, employee perks don’t have to cost a bundle—in fact, some of them cost […].

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Breaking the Burnout Cycle: Empowering Managers for Excellence

Speaker: Adri Glover - Head of People, and Mollie Hinz - Sr. People Partner

In the fast-paced world of work, burnout has emerged as a critical issue. Alarming statistics reveal two in five U.S. workers experience feeling burned out. However, the situation is even more dire among managers, with nearly half reporting burnout, often hidden behind their responsibilities and the desire to uplift their teams. Recognizing the severity of this problem is crucial.

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Telemedicine in the Workplace

Mercer

Telemedicine is all the rage for a lot of reasons but it’s especially valuable for remote and rural employees where primary care could be miles away. Learn how. The post Telemedicine in the Workplace appeared first on Mercer PeoplePro Blog.

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Where company values fall short, and what to do about it

HR Zone

Change. What to do when company values fall short.

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Activities & Snacks for the Best Fall Ever

SnackNation

Activities & Snacks for the Best Fall Ever. If you’re like us, the first crisp breeze of fall always feels like a call to adventure! Are you ready to get outside and experience everything this enchanting season has to offer? Then put aside last year’s autumn bucket list and get ready to try our favorite trend of the season: the fall snack and play.