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Your Employees' Inability to Speak Up Is Costing Your Business Big Money

Cornerstone On Demand

Open door policies are pretty ubiquitous, but simply having the policy doesn't mean people will actually speak their minds. Your employees aren't telling you everything they should and it's costing you—$7,500 per conversation failure and seven work days—according to a new study led by best-selling authors Joseph Grenny and David Maxfield. That's what the lack of open communication costs you, and here's why: One in three employee say their culture does not promote or support holding crucial con

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The Benefits of Payroll Outsourcing

EmployeeConnect

About 40 years ago, payroll was seen nothing more than a company’s regular task at bookkeeping (being either fortnightly, bi-monthly or monthly – depending on the company). Traditional bookkeeping tasks were done manually and recorded on computer files. In the modern world today, a new perspective has emerged on payroll. It is now seen as a form of strategically rewarding and retaining your existing employees.

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10 Reasons Why You Should Develop High Potential Employees

Everwise

It’s an indisputable fact that some employees are more talented than others. A high potential employee is an employee who has the potential, ability, and aspiration to become a leader within your company. These key players oftentimes know their potential and will move on to another company if they’re not acknowledged, motivated and challenged. As the debate on whether or not to create a specific program for them goes on, we found 10 statistics that might sway you towards developing these high po

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2017 Resolutions – Top 10 “Won’t Post” Topics for 2017

What is Paul Thinking

Note: I just noticed that I published a “10 Posts Not to Write About HR” back in September. So this is a bit of rehash. It has more in it and I’ve already written it so … what the hey… enjoy. I normally don’t do resolutions. I just decide whenever the mood hits me to do something (or not do something) and away we go. In 1999 I decided to lose weight and 6 months later I was down 62 pounds.

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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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How To Give 360-Degree Feedback To Different Personality Types

TalentCulture

Personality has a huge impact in the workplace: from a first impression during the interview stage, to everyday interactions, to giving and receiving performance feedback. In one survey , 78% of respondents rated personality as the most important criteria when hiring someone, voting it even more important than a potential candidate’s’ skill set.

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#WorkTrends Preview: 2017: The Year of Selling Yourself

TalentCulture

We’re very excited to kick off our very first TalentCulture #WorkTrends of 2017! We have a very big show lined up that everyone will benefit from. The Year of Selling Yourself. This goes beyond selling products and services, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, we’re going to be discussing how YOU can better sell yourself. This means focusing on what you need to do to rise above the crowd at work and be a standout employee.

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Goat Trees Are Totally Real

Evil HR Lady

We just got back from vacation in Morocco. My husband took this picture. Yes, we actually saw goats climbing trees. It was like a life-long dream had been fulfilled when we saw this. This has nothing to do with HR, but isn’t it the coolest thing ever? The post Goat Trees Are Totally Real appeared first on Evil HR Lady.

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What a candidate wants

HRGem

It’s that time of year again, when organisations and people start to think about recruitment and job hunting. A few years ago, after securing my last permanent position, I wrote about the candidate experience.

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If Job Applicants Treated Hiring Managers the Same Way Managers Treat Them

Evil HR Lady

I’m currently on vacation, so I’m posting this oldie but goodie. What would happen if job candidates treated you the way you treat them? You might be receiving letters such as this one? Dear Hiring Manager, Thank you so much for your interest in me for the position of Senior Technical Analyst for your company. Before we commence with the interview, you will need to do the following: 1.

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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 Hire Remote Workers

Vibecatch

Whether working from a physical office or a virtual workplace, productivity has been proven to stay the same. So why hire remotely? A Stanford University study has shown that companies can save up to $2000 per employee by hiring remote workers. But there is another element at play: employee happiness. A recent Gallup poll shows that employees who spend at least some of their time working remotely are more likely to be engaged in their jobs.

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10 Qualities All Beloved Colleagues Share

Workforce Software

What are the characteristics of a good coworker? Here are 10 qualities that all beloved colleagues share that will help both you and your peers succeed.

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How to Hire Remote Workers

Vibecatch

Whether working from a physical office or a virtual workplace, productivity has been proven to stay the same. So why hire remotely? A Stanford University study has shown that companies can save up to $2000 per employee by hiring remote workers. But there is another element at play: employee happiness. A recent Gallup poll … Continue reading How to Hire Remote Workers.

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Why Leadership Will Still Be a Trend in 2017 and Beyond

HRIS Payroll Software

While tech trends will come and go, one human resources trend that is not about to change any time soon is the need for good leadership. Good leadership can help a company to overcome any kind of challenge that comes through and adapt to new trends. There are many characteristics that make a good leader. Empathy for Employees. Empathy for employees is one of the main characteristics that make a good leader.

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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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open thread – January 2, 2017

Ask a Manager

Since it’s a holiday and I’m still on vacation, here’s a bonus open thread. The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything that you want to talk about — work-related, non-work related, whatever it might be. If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to talk to other readers.

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Best of TLNT 2016: 10 Reasons Your Best Employees Are Looking Elsewhere

TLNT: The Business of HR

Editor’s Note: It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down the most popular posts of the previous 12 months. We’re reposting each of the top 25 articles through January 2nd. This is No. 3 of 2016. You can find the complete list here.

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Your Employer Brand Playbook: 2017

exaqueo

When was the last time you looked at the new year and said: "I guess I'll just do more of the same?" Never. With every new year, we have resolutions, promises and plans to do more, be better and try harder. Why should your employer brand be any different? Since social recruiting and recruitment technology picked up steam in the mid-2000s, we've buried our employer brand heads in the sands of execution.

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Best of TLNT 2016: 10 Talent Management Practices You Should Stop Doing Now

TLNT: The Business of HR

Editor’s Note: It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down the most popular posts of the previous 12 months. We’re reposting each of the top 25 articles through January 2nd. This is No. 4 of 2016. You can find the complete list here.

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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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How to Keep Your Job When You've Got Fickle Customers

45 Things

As companies invest more in the customer experience , there is some concern about whether such a commitment will be enough to retain increasingly fickle customers who are constantly being wooed by competitors. A study of 2,000 U.S. consumers by Accenture, for example, shows that 40% were willing to change their brand loyalty for at least one reason, such as: The customer could receive discounts or coupons via the retailer’s social media channels. (18%) Google Wallet or other form of mobile payme

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Business Technology: How to Upgrade Your Company to the Next Level 

Effortless HR

The process of upgrading a company is easy because there are numerous technologies that are specifically designed for business tasks. If you use any of these tools, you’ll take your business to the next level. Management Apps. Many business management tools have cloud-base features that make typical tasks hassle-free. You may want to invest in these kinds of applications if you’d like to automate various marketing projects.

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How to Hire Remote Workers

Vibecatch

Whether working from a physical office or a virtual workplace, productivity has been proven to stay the same. So why hire remotely? A Stanford University study has shown that companies can save up to $2000 per employee by hiring remote workers. But there is another element at play: employee happiness. A recent Gallup poll shows that employees who spend at least some of their time working remotely are more likely to be engaged in their jobs.

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Think The Fitness Industry Doesn’t Hold A Career For You? Think Again!

Corn on the Job

If you already live and breathe health and fitness, you will have probably already considered a career in that field. After all, it only makes sense to make a living out of doing what you love. Plus, the health and fitness industry is one of the fastest growing markets around; meaning it can pay you pretty well, too. There are a whole range of different jobs available when it comes to the industry.

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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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Technology for Employee Development

ADP

HR people need to understand the challenge of technology for employee development.

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Best of TLNT 2016: Why Great Employees Leave Good Jobs

TLNT: The Business of HR

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How can a user manual improve employee experience?

Reward Gateway

3 min read.

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Best of TLNT 2016: Five Ways To Be A Great Workplace Leader – Regardless Of Your Title

TLNT: The Business of HR

Editor’s Note: It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down the most popular posts of the previous 12 months. We’re reposting each of the top 25 articles through January 2nd. This is No. 2 of 2016. You can find the complete list here.

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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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How to Keep Contract Employees Engaged at Work

TinyPulse

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we weren’t told our active shooter drill was just a drill, coworker uses our guest office as her personal phone booth, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. We weren’t told our active shooter drill was just a drill. I need an opinion on if I’m overreacting, as some have suggested I am. Our HR director had an active shooter drill today, without telling us it was a drill. We have never had a drill before and were not told one was imminent. There was an intercom announcement with someone yelling our workplace violence code and no other information.

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VACATION REWIND: Five quick 'Sports and HR' takes from NBA Summer League

Steve Boese

NOTE: I am out of pocket more or less until the New Year, so I thought I would re-air a few pieces that I liked from earlier this year for folks who may have missed them the first time. Hope you are having a great holiday season and a Happy New Year! From July - Five Quick 'Sports and HR' takes from NBA Summer League. I am out at the NBA's summer vacation also known as Summer League in Las Vegas joined by a couple of members of the 8 Man Rotation crew, Kris 'KD" Dunn and Matt 'Matty Ice, akaBrun