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HR’s Guide to the Effect of Job Stress on Employee Performance

Pathways

Stress has always been present in the workplace. HR teams know that most employees experience job stress at some point in their careers. However, new challenges and recent changes to the way we work and live have increased employee stress. A new study from Pathways found that nearly a third of employees are very concerned about their stress levels.

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This is one of onboarding’s biggest new obstacles

HRExecutive

Onboarding is a challenge in normal times—but throw in a global pandemic and a hybrid workforce and you have a recipe for a challenging first few days on the job for new employees, as well as employers. During an HR Tech Talk Wednesday at the HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas, leaders from Equifax shared some of the new obstacles their clients are facing when it comes to bringing new workers on board during current conditions.

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Do you know your employee’s recognition preferences?

Engage2Excel

In Engage2Excel’s last Real Recognition Conversation S eries , we spoke to recognition expert, Roy Saunderson , to discover different ways of detect ing employee’ s recognition preferences. In the discussion, we covered why it is essential for recognition to be personal and how managers can identify their employee’s recognition style.

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HR Tech Number of the Day: Talent acquisition investment

HRExecutive

Spurred on by the Great Resignation and the growth of the internal talent marketplace, organizations are looking to invest more into their talent acquisition solutions. According to research conducted by Aptitude Research, 62% of companies are increasing their TA tech investment. Advertisement What it means for HR leaders Talent acquisition is a vibrant market that is seeing consolidation, along with new tools using innovations such as artificial intelligence, said Madeline Laurano, founder of A

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The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

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9 Skills You Already Learned in College That Employers Love to See

The Muse

If you’ve graduated from college, you already have these skills that employers are after. Here’s how to show them off in your job search.

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Expert Tips on Returning Back to the Office

6Q

The pandemic has changed our lives in so many ways, not least how we work. Before the pandemic, offices in countries all around the world were full of people working with barely a thought about falling ill. The pandemic has changed that, however, and many people are no longer comfortable with spending hours on end in a stuffy office with other people.

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How to Drive Focus for Goal Alignment and Performance Expectations

Quantum Workplace

To lead a successful employee performance management strategy, you need a strong focus on goal alignment. In fact, 91% of companies with effective performance management systems say that employee goals link to business priorities, leaving leaders wondering how to promote goal alignment throughout their organization.

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Giving Employees Better Goals to Reduce Burnout

TLNT: The Business of HR

People are far more likely to endure hardship if they feel like they’re getting something out of it. We endure the soreness from a tough workout because we know our muscles are growing. We’ll give up a relaxing weekend to spend our time painting a room because the space will look better when we’re done. We put money into retirement accounts rather than spending it now so that our later years are financially secure.

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Please don't go: Making the case for employee retention in 2021

HR Zone

Retention Making the case for employee retention in 2021.

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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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Study: Only 30% of Companies Say Their Employees Have Needed Skills, but Few Understand Current Capabilities (i4cp login required)

i4cp

Data collected by human capital research firm Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) from more than 1,300 HR and business executives across 80 countries make it clear: most organizations don't know the employee skills and capabilities of their workforces, what they will need in the next one-to-three years, or how to effectively bridge any gaps.

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let’s talk about drama over office supplies

Ask a Manager

This post, let’s talk about drama over office supplies , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. One of my favorite types of office drama is drama over really small things — like the 18-month coffee debate or people who get really territorial about office supplies. Some of what we’ve heard about the latter over the years: “I have to order three different kinds of paper towels because people prefer certain ones (and we have different dispensers for each

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Harassment Prevention Training: The Hidden Costs of Inaction

SHRM

Although companies have long used training to meet harassment prevention compliance requirements, now more than ever, it is critical for organizations to enact purposeful agendas around workplace harassment. When implemented thoughtfully and in a way that is nuanced and relatable, training can be a vital and cost-effective tool for improving workplace culture while mitigating significant risk.

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How COVID made the future of work today

HRExecutive

The pandemic brought the future of work to the present day, forcing employers to pivot on a dime and recalculate how they approach what were emerging trends like hybrid/remote work, workplace wellbeing and a focus on the individualized employee experience. Advertisement Sharing information from SAP’s 2021 trends survey, Lauren Bidwell, senior research scientist, product strategy research at SAP SuccessFactors, highlighted the eight most prevalent and important topics that HR needs to address.

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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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Episode 316: HR Tech Insights Featuring John Borland, Anne Fulton and Anastasia Neddersen

Workology

Even before the pandemic it was a challenge to shop and learn about HR technology and services. COVID throws another wrinkle into things even with conferences and events opening up in the near. Workology is the art and science of work, HR and recruitment. Join the resource revolution. Even before the pandemic it was a challenge to shop and learn about HR technology and services.

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How Professional Translation Can Enhance Your Company’s Remote Work Setup

Hppy

You sent a memo to one of your employees. It was a slight reprimand for a mistake he made. . The message was not strongly worded or so you thought. You made sure that it came across as inoffensive as possible. But then the employee goes AWOL and spreads the word that you are abusive. That employee was part of your remote foreign workforce. In that scenario, professional translation services could have helped you deliver your message more effectively. .

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Is It Fair that Corporations Pay Remote Workers Less?

TalentCulture

I recently read a story that gave me pause. And then I looked around and unearthed more. Remote employees may have their salaries cut simply because of where they work. […]. The post Is It Fair that Corporations Pay Remote Workers Less? appeared first on TalentCulture.

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Vetting Dev Candidates for Remote Work from Eastern Europe

Hppy

McKinsey called Eastern Europe the next outsourcing hotspot back in 2006. Today, McKinsey’s prediction has come true, with countless businesses relying on the region to meet talent shortages. Eastern Europe has emerged as a top IT hub in the world in recent years. Countries like Ukraine and Poland produce fresh IT graduates every year, who are ripe for employment.

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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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Workplace Wellness: What It Can Do for You

HR Digest

It’s a competitive job market. Unlike in years past, today’s workers are willing to pursue opportunities with other employers if they believe their lifestyle will upgrade. Health and benefits packages are becoming an essential tool for employers when it comes to attracting and retaining talent, not just in the most popular sectors and geographies, but across the board.

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How to sell an idea to your boss

Business Management Daily

Want to know how to sell an idea to your boss? We have all the solutions right here. One of the biggest hurdles employees have is getting managers and stakeholders invested in their plans. While selling your ideas may be a challenge, and a good proposal doesn’t mean you’ll always succeed, there are some sure-fire ways to improve the chances.

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is it unprofessional to use fidget toys at work?

Ask a Manager

This post, is it unprofessional to use fidget toys at work? , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I’m a young woman in my first post-college position, working for a public institution known for being quirky. My desk is in a large shared office with seven other fairly low-key coworkers, including my boss.

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How To Attract Millennial and Gen Z Candidates to the Maintenance Industry

Spark Hire

The U.S. maintenance industry is in a state of flux. Many employers and maintenance teams are grappling with a challenge not witnessed in many years: a serious skilled labor shortage. As a result, employees are in the driving seat. More than ever, new maintenance technicians are being sought in the younger segments of the population, i.e. those people that identify as Millennials and Gen Z. .

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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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Averbook: Talent is the answer, not talent management

HRExecutive

Human resources is relying on technology to solve their employees’ problems and challenges—but often to the detriment of the same employees they are trying to serve. Advertisement That was one of the main messages—and warnings—from Jason Averbook Thursday during the day’s closing keynote at the HR Tech Conference. In a wide-ranging address titled “ After 18 Months of Disruption: Reinventing Organizational Purpose for the Future,” the co-founder and CEO of LeapGen and HRE columnist

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How Blended Learning Is Important To Inclusive Leadership

Caliper

In today’s business environment, companies are always looking for ways to become more inclusive. There are many benefits to doing so, such as increased staff engagement, improving employee retention, and better decision making. One such way of working towards a more inclusive workforce is by embracing a Blended Learning strategy. Below, we break down how you can create development opportunities for all kinds of learners, benefiting your business down the road.

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Incentive Plan Template for Increasing HVAC Sales

The Incentive Solutions News blog

Are you looking to increase HVAC sales? With today’s increasing HVAC demands, you may be scrambling to meet end-users needs for new, energy-efficient products. You may be focused on staying competitive in an industry with plenty of opportunities for newcomers to corner the market with regional, technological, and brand-value advantages. Whatever your business situation and needs are, an incentive program can boost the effectiveness of your sales strategies.

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10 Must-Do’s For Entrepreneurs Who Are Losing Passion For Their Business

Forbes Coaches Council

Waking up one day to realize you’re beginning to feel differently about running a business you’ve poured so much of your time, energy and self into can be a disorienting experience.

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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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The current state of HR competencies: Only 2 in 10 HR professionals have future-proof skills

Analytics in HR

According to our research, only 21 percent of HR professionals have sufficient knowledge in the core HR competencies to become future-ready Almost 60 percent of HR professionals are falling behind more tech-savvy colleagues in terms of efficiency and impact Only 41 percent of them are able to leverage technology and read and apply data to increase efficiency and drive business value We assessed 5,648 HR practitioners to see how prepared they are for the post-pandemic economy.

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MTM Recognition Receives Top Honors

MTM Recognition

As a worldwide leader in workforce recognition and employee engagement, MTM Recognition is proud to once again place on the coveted HRO Today Baker’s Dozen list of top recognition providers! Created by anonymously polling a selection of customers, the Baker’s Dozen list reviews Recognition Providers in the areas of service, quality, and scope of projects to create an overall score.

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3 Common HR Compliance Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

BerniePortal

In a normal year, many HR pros struggle to keep up with changing federal, state, and local laws, not to mention industry-specific regulations. But as you know, it has not been a normal year. The COVID pandemic has prompted even more changes than usual —some temporary, some not—that small to midsize employers must understand and act upon in order to stay compliant.