Tue.Mar 18, 2025

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4 Things Leaders Should Focus on to Boost Employee Well-Being

Great Place to Work

Consider these creative ideas from great workplaces for improving holistic wellness for every employee. HR professionals are increasingly concerned about well-being. Partnering with Johns Hopkins University Human Capital Development Lab, Great Place To Work researchers identified that employee well-being has declined to pre-pandemic levels. And in polling, HR practitioners are increasingly sounding the alarm on mental health and work-life balance.

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Retail’s Hiring Crisis: Why Candidate Experience is the Solution 

Outmatch

According to Reuters, the current worker shortage may define the 2025 economy. Retail has been hit especially hard, facing staffing shortages that disrupt daily operations, strain managers, and negatively impact customer experiences. To address these mounting challenges, retailers must start by reexamining their hiring processes.

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This leader is crafting diversity and culture strategies for more than 1 million contingent workers

HR Brew

Overseeing a companys DEI strategy these days is no walk in the park. But imagine overseeing your companys DEI strategy, as well as that of your clients temp or contract workforces. Thats just part of Rebecca Perraults job at contingent workforce management platform Magnit. As global VP of culture, diversity, and sustainability, Perrault handles culture, diversity, and sustainability initiatives for Magnits hundreds of clients one million contingent workers.

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Why it’s Important to Upskill Employees in an Uncertain Economy

AvilarHR

Economic uncertainty creates challenges for businesses of all sizes. Heres why its important to upskill employees in an uncertain economy. Economic uncertainty creates challenges for businesses of all sizes. Despite market fluctuations, budget constraints, or shifting customer demands, organizations must remain agile to stay competitive. Yet hiring freezes and budget constraints often make it difficult to bring in new talent.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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What is Free Education?

Edcor

If you have ever wondered what free education or free school is and cant stop but wonder how you or someone you know paid hundreds of thousands of dollars to get through school whereas now its free, you are not alone. You are among the millions of Americans who have been perplexed by the terminology. And youve reached the right place to learn what free education is all about.

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How to help workers of all ages use—and gain value—from HSA accounts

HRExecutive

Consumers went into 2025 feeling optimistic about finances. However, while they may feel better about their financial prospects, employees are looking to build confidence in their overall financial literacy, and 81% say their employers can do more to help meet this goal. Health savings accounts (HSAs) deliver significant financial perks, and as such, they play an important role in the financial wellness offerings for organizations of all sizes.

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Engagement Best Practices Q&A

DecisionWise

March 27, 2025 1:00 pm Eastern | 10:00 am Pacific Overview Last month we had a great discussion around employee engagement surveys and best practices, we had a lot of questions and wanted a chance to answer them and dive deeper into the unique needs and challenges you have as an HR professional when it comes to engagement surveys.

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For unbiased performance management, employees prefer ‘bots over bosses’

HRExecutive

The use of artificial intelligence in performance management continues to be debated, but studies show that demand for AI in this area is coming from an unexpected place: employees. Emily Rose McRae, senior director analyst at Gartner, says HR leaders need to recognize that the “performance of performance management is low.” An October 2024 Gartner survey of nearly 3,500 employees found that 87% of employees think that algorithms could give fairer feedback than their managers.

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Empowering Candidates: How UrbanBound Enhances the Hiring Journey

UrbanBound HR

You only get one chance to make a first impressionespecially with recruiting. This applies to employers as much as candidates. If your hiring team likes a long-distance candidate enough to fly them in for an interview, they should bend over backwards to make a great impression in every possible waybefore, during and after the visit. So, dont just roll out the red carpet.

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More Than a Benefit: Group Medicare and the Psychology of Retirement

Speaker: Shae Noble

As the workforce ages, retirement is becoming a more complex and emotionally significant transition. For many employees, retiring marks not only a change in benefits and income but also a shift in identity, community, and purpose. This webinar explores how HR professionals can support aging and retiring employees through a trauma-informed lens—one that recognizes the emotional and psychological dimensions of leaving the workforce.

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​Why Employee Well-Being is an Essential Part of Appreciation

BackStitch

A thriving workplace starts with employees who feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. A key aspect of showing appreciation is prioritizing employee well-being through comprehensive wellness programs, mental health benefits, and generous paid time off (PTO) policies. These initiatives not only enhance employee satisfaction and engagement but also contribute to overall organizational success.

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From insights to action: Harnessing the power of people analytics

HRExecutive

In todays organizations, the pace of change is relentless. From hybrid work models to evolving employee expectations and the rapid emergence of new technologies, the complexity of leading a modern enterprise has grown exponentially. Yet, while many organizations invest heavily in technology and process improvements, they often overlook the most powerful driver of transformation: their people.

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How To Use The Enneagram In The Workplace To Develop All Nine Types

Cloverleaf

Reading Time: 12 minutes Most people think of the Enneagram as a self-discovery toolsomething you explore in a book, take a test for, and maybe discuss over coffee with a friend. But in the workplace, personality insights mean nothing if they dont help people work better together. Leaders often invest in personality assessments, hoping theyll lead to stronger teams, better communication, and more engaged employees.

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The Importance of Training in Today’s Workplace: A Holistic Approach 

MP Wired For HR

The Importance of Training in Todays Workplace: A Holistic Approach March 18th, 2025 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn FAQ Training is a critical component of any organizations success. It ensures employees and managers are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to perform effectively, comply with legal regulations, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

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Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.

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The Spy Who Flushed It, A Timeline of Rippling-Deel Lawsuit

HR Digest

Who wants to fight with better code, slicker pitches and sharper elbows when you can sculpt a feud thatll go down in history? The HR tech sector may have birthed a long-running rivalry now mired in accusation and intrigue. Its more or less a full-on legal battle that has been brewing since at least early 2024. You may have seen the headlines Rippling sues Deel , Rippling vs Deel lawsuit , A Dogs Slack Channel, and Deel eating Ripplings lunch.

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What Supervisors Need to Know, Part I: ‘Hard’ Compliance Skills

HRWatchdog

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene tackle what is often referred to as hard compliance skills necessary for supervisors to help maintain a liability-free workplace in California. The states complex regulatory environment can create a number of legal quagmires for companies that are not staying on top of employee compliance and training

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10 Best Rewards Systems for Employees in 2025

HR Lineup

Employee rewards programs are essential for boosting morale, increasing engagement, and fostering a productive work environment. In 2025, companies are prioritizing innovative and customizable rewards systems to cater to a diverse workforce. Whether you’re looking for monetary incentives, peer recognition, or experiential rewards, theres a system designed to meet your needs.

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What is Personalized Recognition: Importance, Types & Ideas

Vantage Circle

Have you ever been recognized in a way that truly spoke to who you are and what you’ve achieved, so much so that it stayed with you for weeks? That's the power of personalized recognition. If you ask me, a simple "thank you" email or a generic company-wide shoutout rarely leaves a lasting impression. And, that's because the emotional connect is missing.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Building Global Supply Chain Resilience in Industrial Manufacturing

Slayton Search Partners

For manufacturers, preparing for disruption increasingly requires flexibility and visibility across the supply chain. Global supply chains have rebounded from the unprecedented crisis of 2021-2023. However, it seems every period of stability is followed by fresh disruptions that fuel volatility. While the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index indicates a return to baseline levels in early 2025, trade tensions threaten to rock the industrial manufacturing sector once again.

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Refresh and Revisit Career Paths

Astron Solutions

In our last issue of Astronology , we kicked off a spring refresh article series by examining ways to create a healthy work environment. Continuing with our theme of the spring refresh season, in this Astronology we will explore how career paths provide employees with new opportunities and keeps employees engaged. A career path is a series of progressively more responsible roles in a persons professional / work life that an employee can follow to reach their ultimate career objectives and future

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Behavioral interview questions and answers

Business Management Daily

Common behavioral questions & how to respond (By skill) “Can you give me an example of a time when you demonstrated strong communication skills ?” This question likely triggered flashbacks to your most recent job interview, as it’s an extremely common question to ask when interviewing for practically any type of position. It’s also an example of a behavioral interview question , which examines a candidate’s past experiences to determine their future behavior.

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What is data-driven HR? A guide to smarter decision making

Insperity

In todays business landscape, HR is no longer just about gut feelings and experience its about data. The rise of data analytics in human resources is transforming how companies make decisions that impact their workforce, from hiring to retention and beyond. By leveraging data-driven decision-making (DDDM), HR leaders can gain powerful insights that drive business success, improve employee satisfaction and align workforce strategies with organizational goals.

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The Future of Work: Why Workforce Orchestration Matters Now

SocialChorus

“The greatest untapped opportunity in business today isnt in our technology or our processesits in how effectively we activate our people. When we can orchestrate our workforce with the same precision we apply to customer journeys, we unlock unprecedented organizational agility and execution power.” Nicole Alvino, Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder For decades, weve invested billions in optimizing customer journeys while neglecting the most critical journey of all: how information

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What is Garden Leave? The employment break you didn’t expect

HR Digest

When it comes to employment practices, few concepts are as intriguing as a Garden Leave policy. Picture this: an employee resigns, expecting to pack up their desk and leap into a new role, only to learn theyll spend the next few months at home, still drawing a salary. This is the essence of a garden leave employment contract. Its a practice that straddles the line between employment law and HR policy.

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5 things to know if you’re a first-time LSA participant

WEX Inc.

Increasingly, employers are offering a lifestyle spending account (LSA) as a way to support their employees wellness needs. Among our direct clients, we saw a 77% increase in clients offering an LSA in early 2022 year-over-year. If youre new to participating in an LSA, you may have questions about LSA definitions and rules. Here is a list of the top things a first-time LSA participant should be aware of in order to take full advantage of their LSA.

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Virginia’s AI Governance Act: How It Compares To Colorado’s Law

HR Stacks Blog

Virginia has officially stepped into the AI regulation space. On February 20, 2025, the state’s legislature passed the High-Risk Artificial Intelligence Developer and Deployer Act (House Bill 2094), also known as the VA AI Act. If signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin, or if he takes no action by March 24, this law will go into effect on July 1, 2026.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Gen Z and Financial Literacy: Building a Future-Ready Customer Base

EverFi - HR

In our rapidly evolving digital age, financial literacy has emerged as a cornerstone for economic resilience and personal empowerment. For financial institutions, providing financial literacy education for Gen Z is not merely a strategic move but a societal imperative. As the first digitally native generation, Gen Z wields unprecedented influence and potential, and their financial acumen will shape the economic landscapes of tomorrow.

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Embroker Tech Benchmarking: February 2025 Newsletter

Embroker

The state of tech insurance: 2025 Better late than never, right!? If we had to pick one word to sum up 2025 so far, it would be uncertainty. Just two months in, 2025 has already driven home the point that change is the only constant. Of course, change doesnt always have to be something bad or scary. In fact, for tech companies, embracing change is the secret ingredient for success in todays business world.

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Top Strategies to Boost Employee Engagement During Culture Change

Partners in Leadership

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) often lead to decreased employee engagement due to anxiety and uncertainty. This article discusses essential strategies to boost m a employee engagement, focusing on effective communication, leadership commitment, and aligning new business models with core values. Key Takeaways Understanding Employee Engagement in M&A Employee engagement is defined as the emotional commitment […] The post Top Strategies to Boost Employee Engagement During Culture Chan