Cornerstone On Demand
DECEMBER 12, 2016
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The Aristocracy of HR
DECEMBER 12, 2016
010011000010 I had the esteemed privilege of attending TED at IBM last month in San Francisco. Admitedly, I was prepared to be impressed by their usual roster of inspiring speakers making strides in every field from technology to healthcare. However, there was something more at play at this year’s TED at IBM. I got the […].
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Reflektive
DECEMBER 12, 2016
“Treat your customers like human beings, and they will always come back for more.”. The above statement is more than just a talking point in business management 101; it’s part of the core values statement of L.L. Bean, one of the most recognizable names in the retail world. It’s not realistic to construct a time-tested values system like L.L. Bean’s overnight; building a brand from the ground up takes time, patience, blood, sweat, and tears.
UpstartHR
DECEMBER 12, 2016
I originally wrote this for a friend over at Horizon Point Consulting. I think it’s going to be interesting for you guys as we head into the end of the year and start thinking about our careers, accomplishments, and the path ahead. Enjoy! I couldn’t sleep. It was 4:17am and I had stared at the clock for half an hour. Might as well get up and get started.
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DecisionWise
DECEMBER 12, 2016
The Employee Experience Book – Chapter 1 – Leadership Intelligence Podcast. Listen as co-author of the book, The Employee Experience: How to Attract Talent, Retain Top Performers, and Drive Results , Matthew Wride, J.D. discusses the premise of chapter 1, “You’re Digging in the Wrong Place.” The Employee Experience – Chapter 1 – You’re Digging in the Wrong Place.
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The HR Capitalist
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Do you watch Netflix? Have you ever been frustrated that the movie selection, for a lack of a better word to describe it - sucks? Of course you have. If you're a business focused individual, you might think this fact is a canary in the coal mine - meaning it's a signal that Netflix won't be in a dominant position 2-5 years from now. That would be a reasonable assumption - after all, if they product's not right, decreased viewership and profitability is sure to follow, right?
EmployeeConnect
DECEMBER 12, 2016
In today’s business environment, online HR management becomes increasingly important for your company to remain competitive. Unfortunately, many decision-makers look at HR software cost without running deep cost-benefit analyses. The real question isn’t how much does HR software cost, but how much it costs to operate without the benefits of an optimised HR system.
The People Equation
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Leadership, as a topic, can be perplexing. As a leader, you are expected to be bold and calculated, passionate and reasonable, rational an d emotional, driven and patient .and yes, confident and humble. Faced with all of these often conflicting factors it’s enough to make you scratch your head and wonder, Where on earth do I start? . This quote, offered near the end of Bill Treasurer’s forthcoming new book, A Leadership Kick in the Ass: How to Learn from Rough Landings, Blunders, and Missteps ,
Justworks
DECEMBER 12, 2016
It’s the end of a long year of hard work, and your employees are tired and ready for a break. Turn to year-end employee rewards to show your appreciation for all of their efforts. While it’s a good idea to show employee appreciation all year long, now’s the time to really make your team feel recognized, appreciated, and happy. Doing so will boost morale and make them happy to come back after New Year's Day.
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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.
TalentCulture
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Here’s what crystal clear in business today: poor customer service impacts customer retention, referrals and potential new business. Social media has given consumers an open forum to share both good and bad product and service experiences to all who will listen. How many of you have used social media to get some customer service action instead of growing old waiting on the customer service phone trees or trying to navigate the labyrinth of online FAQ databases?
Ceridian
DECEMBER 12, 2016
By Lisa Sterling, Chief People Officer, Ceridian. There are many benefits employers can gain when they make blending work and life a priority. Unfortunately, this is something so many business leaders are still lagging in. In a recent Ceridian survey, nearly 40 percent of HCM professionals said they do not make blending work and life a priority for their employees.
TalentCulture
DECEMBER 12, 2016
The employee engagement experience. The candidate experience. Both very valid and important topics to be considered in today’s business world. Gone are the days of companies ignoring their employer brand, reputation as an employer of choice and with that conducting interviews and onboarding new employees in a haphazard fashion. Join Meghan M. Biro and her former co-host Kevin W.
Acacia HR Solutions
DECEMBER 12, 2016
A few days ago a friend and I were lamenting about the job where we met. We both spent a good amount of time in that job and both of us found the people and policies to be ludicrous. We look back now and wonder how we survived. Through all of that though, we both.
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TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 12, 2016
The new year is already shaping up to be a year like no other and all of the changes are going to have a real impact on the economy and, in particular, the labor market. So, if you want to win the war for talent in 2017, you will need to be aggressively proactive. Start thinking right now about your employee recruiting and retention goals and objectives for the new year and plan what you will do to achieve them.
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Remember the letter from the person whose coworker responded to everything she asked him to do with profanity, name-calling, flat refusals, and and “your mom” jokes ? She updated earlier here , and here’s the latest. I wish I could give you a thrilling conclusion! But here’s how the Rude Gaslighting Clerk saga has been going…(also, sorry it’s so long… I tried to minimize the wordcount and somehow wound up with MORE rather than less.
Reviewsnap
DECEMBER 12, 2016
77% of HR execs believe performance reviews aren’t an accurate representation of employee performance. Despite this, there is a right way to complete them in order to get the most out of the process. Aside from how you provide continuous feedback to employees throughout the year, how you conduct the actual performance review is also … Continue reading The Quick Performance Review Guide Every Manager Needs.
Evil HR Lady
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Christmas parties are supposed to be fun. Or, Holiday parties, or end of year parties, or whatever your place of employment calls it. It is supposed to be fun for everyone. But, they aren’t. And sometimes, we just can’t stand the party. I’ve put together a list of 10 reasons why your employees aren’t so happy about spending that special time of year with you and all their co-workers.
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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?
HR Daily Advisor
DECEMBER 12, 2016
By Brian Shapland, general manager of turnstone. Startup culture is known for its agile workplaces, passionate founders, and “work hard, play hard” approach to getting things done. But these days it isn’t just Silicon Valley’s latest billion-dollar valuations grabbing headlines—it’s legacy giants like Ford, Cisco, and others looking to activate or awaken a sense of startup culture to snag talent, innovate, and remain relevant in a progressive marketplace.
WorqIQ
DECEMBER 12, 2016
The issue of gender parity in leadership roles has received a lot of attention from the business community in recent years. Progress is being made as more and more companies fill executive positions with qualified female candidates. What is often overlooked, however, is the very real gender bias faced by women who already serve in leadership roles. Many female leaders are trapped by the perception that they have to behave in accordance with traditional male stereotypes in order to be effective,
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Most managers think they’re being perfectly clear when they talk to employees – even though employees are sometimes left unsure about what message is being delivered. At U.S. News & World Report today, I decode are eight common things that bosses say that can cause confusion — including things like “you need to take more ownership” and “I just need you to get it done.” You can read it here.
Workology
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Over at Fast Company Lydia Dishman looks at a study by the McKinsey Global Institute, and argues that This is the Hidden Challenge in the Future of Work. The study mentioned several factors in the world of work, such as unemployment and workforce participation by women and the impact that had on prosperity. However, two other factors caught my attention.
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.
NoExcusesHR
DECEMBER 12, 2016
I was afraid to try new things for a long time. I was worried I would look foolish in front of my colleagues. I was afraid to try new things for a long time. I was afraid my friends would laugh at me. I was afraid to try new things for a long time. I was afraid no one would like me. I was afraid to try new things for a long time. I was worried that I wouldn't fit in with the crowd.but then.
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 12, 2016
A reader writes: I started working in my current position after my now-coworker, Betty, was promoted to a higher position in the same office. I am in her former position. We’re part of a larger department, but our office was just three people: me, Betty, and our supervisor, Wilma. Wilma left our department a few months ago. She has not been replaced yet, so Betty and I are doing our best to keep things running smoothly.
Compensation Today
DECEMBER 12, 2016
To be transparent or not to be transparent: that is the question. Here is a thought experiment for you: imagine if your company decided to become completely transparent tomorrow. How would it go? How would employees react? Would it go over very well? The decision to become transparent is not a light decision. The transition itself can be both distracting and time-consuming; a lot needs to be considered before moving on the pay transparency spectrum.
HR Zone
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Employees. A day in the life of: Giles O'Halloran.
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.
HR Daily Advisor
DECEMBER 12, 2016
Remember the 2015 movie, The Intern , starring Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway? De Niro played a 70-year old widower who applied to be an intern after he got bored with retirement. Anne Hathaway plays De Niro’s much younger boss, and, ultimately, the two end up learning quite a lot from each other. Once again, real life has imitated art! Meet Paul Critchlow, the real-life intern!
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 12, 2016
At this digital advertising firm employees are encouraged to constantly re-evaluate their interests — and their jobs.
HR Daily Advisor
DECEMBER 12, 2016
by Tonya Lanthier, RDH, CEO of DentalPost. Have you ever hired the wrong person? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. According to the Harvard Business Review, 80% of employee turnover is due to bad hiring decisions. So where is the break down? Often, hiring managers mistakenly hire for skills and fire for culture. Hiring can be a long and expensive process.
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