Zenefits
DECEMBER 5, 2017
With the holidays approaching, companies can expect to see an increase in their employees’ time off requests, and the question on everyone’s minds is can these requests be accommodated? While being able to use time off during the holidays is essential to employee satisfaction, companies may struggle to find fair ways to approve these requests while also staffing for the holidays.
Cornerstone On Demand
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Editor's Note: This post is part of our biweekly "Office Hours" video series, featuring quick career, workplace and leadership tips from talent management experts and business leaders across the globe. According to a 2016 LinkedIn study that analyzed its members' job histories , the average millennial switches jobs four times in their first decade out of college.
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Visier
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Telling a story is well-recognized as essential to HR analytics and acknowledges that “insight” is at the top of the data analytics pyramid after data becomes information. HR analytics systems even offer pre-programmed storylines with deeper analysis. . Even so, too often the story is framed with the language and perspective of HR analysts, which may not engage the audience.
Hppy
DECEMBER 5, 2017
A motivated workforce — as all employers are aware — is the key to a successful business, as engaged, proactive staff are also far more likely to be productive staff. Most companies are familiar with implementing regular motivational initiatives, from bonus schemes, to team building days, to the classic ‘quick fix’ crowd pleaser — an unlimited bar tab at the local pub.
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15Five
DECEMBER 5, 2017
This month, we’re excited to announce the latest addition to 15Five, the Best-Self Review. Best-Self Reviews are 15Five’s answer to the traditional annual performance review, which is often biased and counterproductive. Traditional performance reviews were created during the Industrial Revolution, a time when producing efficient and repeatable outcomes were valued most.
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EDSI
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Each company can track their own metrics, some of which can include: Net Promoter Score Morale Score Current Job Openings Bad Turnover Rate Percentage of Positions Unfilled Average Days to Hire Job Inquiries per Month Most importantly, if you’re only going to be measuring one thing on your talent dashboards, net promotor score (eNPS) should be it!
PeopleStrategy
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The holiday season is a time for celebrating with friends and family. But in the office, it can be a bit stressful when trying to navigate time-off requests, diverse religious/ethnic backgrounds and beliefs, and the always controversial office holiday party and gift-giving. The holiday season is also a very busy time of year. In addition to personal demands on one’s time, there are often important projects and deadlines to meet before year-end.
Lighthouse
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Think about your life. Most of the memories that immediately come to mind are based on powerful, emotional experiences. The idea that experiences form a connection and add value for employees is a relatively new idea. Based on what I’ve seen over the last year, many employers are still unsure about how to define the employee experience and what value it can bring.
TalentCulture
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Are you ready to be a first-time manager? Perhaps you’ve had some bad managers in the past, and you think this is your chance to do it right. Well, it IS your chance to do it right. But you can’t wing it. Research reveals that nearly 60 percent of first-time managers underperform and often end up leaving the company. Here are six tips to start off right and avoid finding yourself alone on the edge of a precipice.
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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.
Empower Software
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Kronos Incorporated today announced that it has been honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, recognizing the 100 Best Places to Work across all U.S. companies. The Employees’ Choice Awards program, now in its 10th year, relies solely on the input of employees, who provide anonymous feedback on their jobs, work environments, and companies via Glassdoor’s online review system.
TalentCulture
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Conferences are our own tribal gatherings, held in giant convention centers in fun cities like Las Vegas and New Orleans — 21st-century village squares. Aside from scrambling to catch every event we can and slyly peeking at each other’s badges, we listen to storytellers and reconnect with our shared sense of purpose. We also eat too much, hardly go outside, and hit the hay at 2 am.
Justworks
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Peer mentoring has been around since ancient times, as people have taught fellow friends, classmates, and partners how to acquire new skills. Although this sometimes occurs naturally in the workplace, there is also a real value to more formally establishing a peer mentorship program to benefit the long-term growth of your employees. As Mentorcloud put it, “As employees turn to their mentors for advice, they make fewer mistakes on the job, cutting losses to the employer.
HR Zone
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Acquisition. Offer quality work experience to attract talent.
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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.
Oracle HCM - Modern HR in the Cloud
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Is financial services a people industry? The rising popularity of Artificial Intelligence and Process Automation suggests the answer is “no” Recent research from Roubini Thoughtlab predicts the uptake of these technologies will grow by 110% and 84% respectively over the next five years, raising serious questions about the effects this will have on financial services employees and the way companies interact with their customers.
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The world of business mimics that of entertainment. Both artists and top executives have two lives. The one glamorous of success and perfection; and the other one human, vulnerable, the life behind the scenes.
Workplace Coach
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Q: When I landed my job, I thought I’d found a company I’d stay with for years. I liked my supervisor and every one of my new coworkers, and if my work wasn’t always interesting, it seemed a small price to pay for the work-family I’d found. I’ve never had much of a real family as both my parents were alcoholics and I’ve never married.
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Data science has crept into so many areas of business that even smaller companies have begun to adopt some of the techniques large organizations have been using to better understand their customers and their business. Increasingly, data science is making its way into human resources, where companies are leveraging the information on performance, engagement, retention and more to make better decisions.
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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?
Workology
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities in America was 10.5% in 2016. That’s more than twice the unemployment rate for people without disabilities. People on the autism spectrum specifically have even higher unemployment rates of between 70% and 90% depending on the state. We have legislation against employment discrimination and watchdogs empowered to investigate […] Source.
Chris Heinz
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Do you know the difference between coaching and mentoring? A recent study by the International Coach Federation suggests you may not. In the 2017 Global Consumer Awareness Study , respondents were asked to select the definition of coaching among other modalities such as mentoring, consulting, training, and counseling (yes, they’re all different).
Birkman International
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Are you objective and able to make quick decisions, or do you like to spend time reflecting on different options? What kind of activities do you like —planning, painting, or construction? These different preferences and behavioral patterns can be quickly communicated by your Birkman Color(s) ; red , green , blue , or yellow. Here are some traits that are associated with each color: Red : represents action, energy, likes practical results.
Silkroad
DECEMBER 5, 2017
In years past, many organizations viewed onboarding as a transactional process comprised of new hire paperwork and time spent orienting to company policies. Today’s talent market, which is characterized by low unemployment and high voluntary attrition, has created a need for organizations to leverage a more designed and intentional onboarding experience that’s inclusive, intentional, and reduces time to proficiency.
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.
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 5, 2017
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. How do I ask my assistant to return the change when she picks up lunch for me? I’ve worked as an associate at a Big Law firm my entire career, and am at my third firm. It is typical for attorneys to share assistants, with six or so attorneys assigned to each assistant. I’ve always had good working relationships with my assistants, and at my current firm, have a much friendlier rapport with Elizabeth, my assistant, than with past as
Take It Personel-ly
DECEMBER 5, 2017
It’s very likely that if you currently work in an office space, that it is considered an open-plan office. According to a survey from CoreNet Global, about 81% of companies in North America have adopted an open-space floor plan. The open office space plan started as a reaction against hierarchical workplace structures and as a […].
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Remember the letter-writer last month whose employee dressed up as a coworker for Halloween to mock her ? Here’s the update. As of the Monday following Halloween, my report stopped coming in. She didn’t say anything about resigning or leaving. She just stopped coming in (the Friday after Halloween was her last day). I was concerned when she didn’t come in because it wasn’t like her.
Rallyware for Human Resources
DECEMBER 5, 2017
If we look back over the past several years, it is easy to track how far e-commerce has come within a short period of time. Just look at figures. The e-commerce market in the United States is expected to hit more than $485 billion in 2021. Statistics also show that 40% of worldwide internet users have bought products online. That’s more than 1 billion online buyers and the number will only grow.
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.
Take It Personel-ly
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Part of the requirements of owning a business means that you have to spend money on all sorts of things. From big pieces of machinery to marketing campaigns, to staff, there is always something. You probably don’t realize it, but the amount of money you spend on office supplies can add up too. Keeping your […].
Ask a Manager
DECEMBER 5, 2017
At New York Magazine today, I’ve tackled a whole round-up of questions about holidays at work, including: Being required to chip in for a gift to your boss. Being forced to perform a team dance at the office holiday party (this needed to be bolded). Sending a gift to someone who you hope will hire you. Skipping the boss’s holiday party. and more.
WorkTech
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Through 2017 I’ve been getting increasingly excited about the concept of Employee Experience. Why? Two reasons. First, because of what it isn’t. It isn’t a trend. It isn’t something that is in our lexicon today and will be gone tomorrow. Whether you get your head around it or not, it was there yesterday and will […]. The post Employee Experience: HR’s Opportunity To Win With Business Outcomes appeared first on LAROCQUE.
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