Thu.Jun 06, 2024

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10 Public Speaking Tips for Your Next Business Presentation

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes I’ve been seeing a few questions lately on social media about how to learn public speaking. Many people are suggesting Toastmasters, which is great. For those who aren’t interested in joining Toastmasters, I wanted to also add a few thoughts. I feel very fortunate that I learned about public speaking early in my professional career.

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Rising Team closes $8M funding round with plans to deepen AI investment

HR Brew

Rising Team, a maker of team development software, announced an $8 million Series A funding round on June 6. The company said the funding will go in part toward incorporating AI technology into the platform, including the launch of an AI-powered leadership coach in the coming months. The round was led by Zeal Capital Partners, a Washington, DC-based venture capital firm focused on investing in “diverse management teams.

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Starbucks Leadership: ‘Everything Is Fine.’ Starbucks Customers: ‘Where’s My Coffee?’

Evil HR Lady

Starbucks customers say lines are getting long , and the wait times are probably making customers cranky as they wait 15 minutes or more for their coffee. But Starbucks says everything is fine–and that its staffing algorithm, which supposedly led to the line issue, is “upgraded,” along with the company’s staffing policies.

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Dutch Equal Opportunity Bill Blocked From Moving Forward

Trusaic

A bill aiming to address equal opportunity in employment during recruitment and selection was blocked in the Dutch Senate. The “ Supervision of Equal Opportunities in Recruitment and Selection ” bill was on track to pass in early March, but has now been postponed until 2027. It’s the latest development in a bill that has been iterated and deliberated on since December 2020.

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New Report from 3,500+ Employers Confirms Retention is a Top HR Priority in 2024

The first report from Gallagher’s 2024 US Workforce Trends Report Series, includes data from 3,500+ employers who participated in the 2024 US Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. The report provides benchmarks for benefits, HR and people strategies to help organizations thrive. Organizations continue to rank retention as the top priority for HR, and second highest for operations.

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Prioritizing Cultural Alignment in Global Capability Centers

Allegis Global Solutions

For global brands, the view of global capability centers (GCCs) has expanded over the last several decades. In the latter part of the 20th century and the beginning part of the 21st century, global companies began investing in GCCs in India primarily for back-office and shared services functions. Over the last decade or so, the mindset around GCCs has shifted, and these centers are increasingly taking on more strategic roles within their parent organizations, from driving research and developmen

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Charter and Independent Schools Prepare for the Latest Federal Overtime Pay Rule

Extensis

Quick look: The Department of Labor (DOL)’s new overtime pay rule requires charter and independent schools to review and refine their current strategies to ensure compliance. This blog provides an in-depth look at the rule and offers proactive steps for these schools to effectively prepare for the upcoming changes. The Department of Labor (DOL) has recently updated the guidelines for overtime pay with a new final rule.

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Unleash Your Influence: The Power Of Thought Leadership

Forbes Coaches Council

I invite you to embrace thought leadership not just as a means to transition from generalist to specialist, enhance your personal brand and showcase your expertise.

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Do I Still Have A Non-Compete? Less Than 100 Days to the FTC Ban on Non-Competes, Legal Challenges Remain

The Muse

The FTC released its Final Rule, banning most post-employment non-compete agreements. What does that mean? Do you still have a non-compete? Answers here.

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Ten Common Problems Designing Survey Questions - Satrix Solutions

Satrix Solutions - Employee Engagement

Reflecting back on my legal studies, I often equate survey question development to direct examination and cross-examination of witnesses during a trial. Questions in a courtroom cannot be overly prejudicial to either side, so as to force an answer from a witness or prejudice the objective jury. Therefore, it’s not a stretch to say that developing questions for surveys is much like preparing questions for a trial.

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The Intelligent Automation Guide For Human Resources

Achieving your HR goals for 2024 requires strategic focus and efficiency. But your team is overwhelmed and in the worst cases, burned out. Our eBook explores how process automation can streamline administrative tasks, enhance collaboration, and improve overall productivity, allowing your HR team to put their energy into higher value activities. Address key challenges such as: Limited resources Departmental silos Employee burnout Learn about the real benefits of advanced automation tools as well

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The New Grad Playbook: Unlock Workplace Wins With Adaptability

Forbes Coaches Council

Embrace your superpower of employability: adaptability. Let's unpack how flexing this skill can not only help you survive but also thrive in your shiny new world.

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How This Former Nurse Recalibrated Her Skills to Pursue a Tech Career with Spectrum

The Muse

Before Grace Thompson became a software engineer at Spectrum, she was a pediatric nurse. Here’s why she decided to make a major career pivot.

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Understanding The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: A Breakdown for Employers 

MP Wired For HR

Understanding The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: A Breakdown for Employers June 6th, 2024 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released the final regulations for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)! This is a significant development for employers. Let’s delve deeper into the details and what this means for employers.

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What Small Businesses Must Learn To Survive

Forbes Coaches Council

Running a business is a skill that needs to be learned. I believe there are two key elements to this important skill.

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How HR Can Create a Culture of Feedback

Employees want meaningful feedback. Without it, 98% disengage from their work (Zippia). But do your managers know how to support them? Use this Quick Start Guide to get the conversation started. Your workers don’t just want jobs; they want careers. Invest in your team by giving them meaningful feedback. 65% of employees want more feedback (Zippia). Workers who get daily feedback are 3x more engaged (Clear Company).

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Meet the CHRO at an org where 90% of employees can recite the company values

HRExecutive

How does a company founded the year Abraham Lincoln became president attract a new CHRO interested in transformation? By sharing the power of purpose and the impact it can make on talent and culture, now and in the future. - Advertisement - Stacey Hoin is that CHRO. The heritage business is The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian). Hoin joined Guardian in 2021 after a long tenure at GE Capital, serving in various leadership roles across the HR and legal departments.

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How does the QSEHRA work with Medicare?

PeopleKeep

As of March 2023, Medicare covers more than 65 million Americans, according to the >Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 1. If you're enrolled in Medicare or have several employees on Medicare, you may be wondering if it works with the qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangement (QSEHRA). In this article, we'll clarify how the QSEHRA works for employees who have Medicare in any form.

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Achieve work-life harmony: CFO secrets to overcoming stress and burnout

Sage HRMS

Ready to reclaim your time and reduce stress? Our comprehensive guide, Secrets of Successful CFOs, explores how AI and automation are future possibilities and present-day solutions. The post Achieve work-life harmony: CFO secrets to overcoming stress and burnout appeared first on Sage Advice US.

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North Carolina Manufacturing Recruiters Guide for 2024

Recruiters Lineup

The manufacturing industry in North Carolina is becoming more competitive, with many individuals venturing into it. Due to the high demand for its products, the sector boosts both local and international trade. However, the lack of top talent is a factor in productivity. As an employer, you need to invest in the best talent acquisition and retention strategy.

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How to Conquer These 4 Top-of-Mind HR Challenges

It’s a never-ending tightrope act, trying to find the balance between creating benefits offerings that adapt to the uniqueness of your people, managing your own time and resources, and maintaining the organization’s bottom line. And the ever-changing policies and laws can make cultivating a competitive employee benefits strategy feel impossible. Whether you’re concerned about adapting to new pay transparency laws, managing global benefits packages, return-to-office mandates, or 401(k) and retire

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Why Aren’t Employees Receiving More Meaningful Feedback? With Kelly George

Up Your Culture

In this episode, we’re continuing our focus on ENGAGE 2024, our latest company culture and employee engagement report, by asking: “Why aren’t employees receiving more meaningful feedback?” It’s here that we’ll discuss how essential it is for every organization to provide the development opportunities that their employees clearly crave. Discussing the latest findings on People Development is the wonderful Kelly George, Talent Analyst/Engagement Specialist here at Up Your Culture.

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Cultivating A Culture Of Innovation And Customer Excellence

Forbes Coaches Council

As we move into 2024, the interconnection between an adaptive corporate culture and customer-centric approaches has never been more critical.

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Can the EVP Reignite Office Excitement?

Blu Ivy Group

Getting people excited about returning to the office continues to pose a challenge. Some organizations are resorting to incentives, while others are implementing stricter consequences. However, what’s intriguing is observing individuals in the workplace—they seem content, not isolated. When asked about their return, many express feeling the value and improved separation between work and home life.

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A Working Parent's Summer Survival Guide: Overcome The Summer Scramble

Forbes Coaches Council

The summer can be an absolute scramble, but it doesn’t have to be when we take charge of our priorities, calendars and goals.

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Here Are the HR Trends to Watch in 2024 + Plus Advice for Driving Impact!

The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.

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How to Write Job Titles that Attract Top Talent (5 Steps)

Ongig

The first thing job seekers notice is the job title. The more attractive, and inclusive your job title is, the more applications you receive. So you must know how to write job titles well. But writing a job post title isn’t as easy as it seems. You have to check for biased language, include keywords, avoid jargon, know when and how to capitalize the job title , and more.

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Mastering Executive Presence: Striking A Balance Between Confidence And Conceit

Forbes Coaches Council

Confidence, when coupled with authenticity, is a powerful combination that defines executive presence.

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10 Best HR Apps to Simplify the Workday of an HR Manager 2024

HR Lineup

In the dynamic world of human resources, managing the intricate balance between employee engagement, compliance, and operational efficiency has become increasingly challenging. Thankfully, technology has stepped up to ease these burdens, offering a plethora of apps designed to streamline HR processes. Here are ten of the best HR apps in 2024 that can simplify the workday of an HR manager. 1.

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Keys to Success for Personalized Mileage Reimbursement

Runzheimer

Expense management is one of the top line items costing companies and impacting their bottom line. When the cost of one-size-fits-all approaches to expense management stop proving ROI to the business, companies need a replacement. In fact, they’re pushing business leaders to find new solutions that lower costs and create efficiencies in the process.

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Maximizing Your Health Plan Design Using Data-Driven Insights

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Rally Your Workforce to Your Agile Transformation

Pixentia - HCM

Our recent article on preparing for an agile future discussed how organizational agility and leadership are necessary for navigating today's unpredictable geopolitical, economic, and social environment.

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Big Lots Builds Workforce Engagement & Innovation in New Josh Bersin Case Study

SocialChorus

At Big Lots, a major obstacle to an aligned, innovative culture was one-way email communication that failed to reach 75% of their workforce. By implementing a modern communication platform called “The Beat,” they opened multidirectional channels for all 35,000 associates to share feedback, ideas and recognition. The results were game-changing: 9,000 more associates reached than before 51% increase in post engagement year-over-year $10M+ saved/reinvested from employee ideas Downloa

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How to Build Credit as a Teenager

EverFi - HR

Building credit as a teenager can give you a head start in life. Believe it or not, actions that you take as a teen can have lasting effects on your ability to get loans, mortgages, credit cards, and even some jobs as an adult. A good credit score can open many doors, helping you qualify for lower interest rates, better rewards, and more financial flexibility, while a bad one can limit options and cause increased interest rates and fees for young borrowers.

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