October, 2020

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4 Tips For Making Every One-On-One Meeting Count

15Five

The most powerful coaching tool a manager has is a one-on-one meeting. These meetings are dedicated time for managers to learn important information about their employees and offer useful feedback in real-time. When one-on-ones happen frequently, managers have the opportunity to increase their overall effectiveness and boost employee performance. Here are four tips to help you have more meaningful one-on-ones with your employees each and every week. 1.

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No HR (background) For You! Next!

Robin Schooling

Yesterday I felt the need to respond to a post on LinkedIn (lord knows why) that led off with the statement “You don’t need to have a background in HR to lead HR” and then linked to this article. Loads of happy-clappy folks chimed in about how the best skill set for HR is to “care for people” and similar thoughts that practically brimmed with smile emojis.

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Seasonal Hiring Needn’t Be So Stressful

Eightfold

You’ve seen the headlines each year. “Retailer Rushes to Bring on 50,000 Seasonal Workers.” And, “Delivery Company to Add 70,000 Drivers in Two Months.” And so on. The rush goes on. Year after year after year. In fact, it sometimes happens throughout the year. There are two tax seasons, so accounting companies often have two seasonal hiring seasons.

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Eightfold Now Valued At $1 Billion: A Platform Not A Product

Josh Bersin

Over my years as an analyst I run across a lot of HR technology companies. Some start life with a killer application, others start with a vision of creating a network or library of content, and others want to build a platform. Workday, for example, was a platform company from the start – they didn’t. Read more» The post Eightfold Now Valued At $1 Billion: A Platform Not A Product appeared first on JOSH BERSIN.

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The Engagement Engine: Strategies for Building a High-Performance Culture

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

Many companies strive for a positive culture with happy employees. But what if you could achieve more? High-performing cultures are the McLarens of the business world, leaving Camrys in the dust. They unlock exceptional results by fostering innovation, engagement, and continuous growth. In this webinar, we'll demystify the concept and provide practical steps to kickstart the journey toward a high-performing culture in your organization.

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Embrace design thinking to advance diversity, equity and inclusion

Chief Learning Officer - Talent Management

Design thinking encourages a forward look, playing chess rather than checkers. And design thinking principles can assist us to holistically solve more complex and intertwined DEI challenges today.

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10 Must-Ask Questions To Supercharge Your Leadership

15Five

When I talk about 15Five’s mission, I like to say that we are in the business of employee feedback. Because when it comes to enacting positive change, managers are most effective when they’re aware of what’s really going on around them. Throughout my time in leadership, I’ve found that by uncovering what’s most meaningful for my team and the company as a whole, I’m better able to take action on what matters most.

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B2B Customer Experience Best Practices

Qualtrics HR

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6 Keys to Employee Engagement for Remote Workers

HR Partner

With employees now working from home, a key focus for HR is how to create employee engagement for remote workers. These 6 practical tips will help.

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Onboarding: how to convey your company culture to new starters working remotely

HR Zone

Acquisition How to showcase your culture to new remote workers.

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Your 2024 Annual Talent Acquisition Roadmap: Its Seasonal!

Recruiting is seasonal! Our popular Talent Acquisition Roadmap helps you master seasonal hiring like a boss. We break down key data on the ever-changing job market so you can take advantage of peak hiring times and ace recruiting even in slower seasons. Whether you need to scale up your team quickly or get creative in tighter times, this roadmap helps you understand the recruiting landscape.

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Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees by State 2020

Paycor

If employees regularly receive tips, complying with minimum wage regulations can be a complicated business—especially when calculating overtime. The reality is, the rules can be very different based on where you are in the country. If you’re running payroll for restaurants or hospitality you need to be informed of tipped minimum wage laws wherever you are.

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HR Head turns “Delivery Boy”

Human Resources Today Submitted Articles

Who doesn’t like gifts? And who doesn’t like surprises? Especially in a lockdown, a gift is the last thing someone would expect that too, wrapped with love and affection. Here is a love story from ECGroup, and on how it delivered happiness to its employees during this still world.

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A GOOD BOSS is better than a good company!

Brigette Hyacinth

My first boss was the best. I had a family emergency and before I could finish explaining to him the situation. He said, “And you are still standing here talking to me? Why aren’t you out the door yet? I’ll cover for you.” I smiled then went to my desk, took my belongings and left. Thereafter, he had my full commitment. Joseph was a good boss and I would have worked for him in any company.

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Why employee experience should be a holistic, personalized journey

HRExecutive

An employee experience is comprised of a series of moments. Moment that matter. “As leaders, we have an opportunity to create better employee experiences during these times of uncertainty,” Teresa Smith, senior manager of the strategic advisory group at UKG, said Thursday during the virtual HR Technology Conference & Expo. “[The employee experience] covers all interactions an employee has with a company before, during and after their tenure,” she said.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Against the Grain

Everyday People

I’m exhausted. I’m fairly sure if I asked you, that the answer would be the same. The past few months have been trying for everyone. The pandemic would have been enough for anyone, and now it seems to be gaining momentum which is going to prove to be another challenge. On top of the constant fight against the virus, there is legitimate social unrest, political disarray among other things.

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Why Covid-19 is a threat to women's wellbeing at work

HR Zone

Employees Covid-19's disproportionate impact on women.

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Wondering How You’ll Get Through a Pandemic Winter? Try These 9 Tips to Stay Connected and Motivated

The Muse

Staying connected and motivated during a pandemic was hard enough in the warmest weather. These microsteps can help you take care of yourself and succeed at work this winter.

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Continuous Performance Management is the future

Human Resources Today Submitted Articles

What is Continuous Performance Management and what makes it such an effective evaluative tool? Learn how you can implement it in your organization.

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The Employer’s Guide to Early Cancer Detection

A comprehensive early detection strategy for cancer is no longer a nice-to-have for employers; it’s a must. The reality is 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, and the physical, emotional, and financial impact on both employees and employers is great. To help improve your employees’ health outcomes and reduce cancer-related costs, download The Employer’s Guide to Early Detection.

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A Toxic Work Culture is forcing your Best Employees to Quit!

Brigette Hyacinth

Whenever a boss acts like a dictator – shutting down, embarrassing, or firing anyone who dares to challenge the status quo – you’ve got a toxic workplace problem. And that’s not just because of the boss’ bad behavior, but because that behavior creates an environment in which everyone is scared, intimidated and often willing to throw their colleagues under the bus, just to stay on the good side of the such bosses.

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Here are 9 key lessons from HR Tech

HRExecutive

JUMP TO. Why remote work is here to stay. Why the talent marketplace is thriving. The ethics of returning to the workplace. Using crisis as an opportunity. With COVID-19 prompting HRE ’s annual HR Technology Conference & Exposition® to go virtual for the first time ever, it’s no surprise that the pandemic—and how it’s changing all aspects of the workplace—was the most popular topic of conversation during the four-day event.

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Polarization: The Power of Dialogue and the Problem of Implicit Bias

Conversation Matters

We all decry the polarization that we currently observe on many issues, race, politics, guns, healthcare, climate, immigration. Columnists and scholars have produced reams of arguments intended to change the opinions of those on the opposing side. However, it is difficult not to conclude that rational argument, as important as it is, does not reduce polarization. .

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Supporting working parents and carers through tougher Covid-19 restrictions

HR Zone

Culture Children in our working lives – it’s not over yet!

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

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.

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Are You Required to Give Employees Time Off to Vote?

Patriot Software

As a small business owner, you may offer types of paid or unpaid time off to employees. But when election day rolls around, do you give employees time off to vote? Read on to learn about offering time off to vote, voting leave laws by state, and whether you can refuse voting leave. Giving employees […] READ MORE.

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U.S. Adds 661,000 Jobs; Unemployment Rate Drops

SHRM Resources

U.S. payrolls increased by 661,000 in September, less than what was expected, as the pace of rehiring has slowed and more layoffs are expected. The unemployment rate fell to 7.9 percent from 8.4 percent in August, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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A Bad Job With a Good Boss Is Better Than a Good Job With a Bad Boss

Brigette Hyacinth

My boss made a mistake on a project we were working on and instead of owning his mistake, he said it was my fault. I sat through that meeting feeling shocked and disappointed. Although this happened a couple of years ago. I remember the details quite well. When we left the meeting he told me, “You are a good sport.” I knew I needed to start planning my exit strategy.

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These are the changes coming to the HR tech market

HRExecutive

Just one year ago, the world of work looked vastly different: The country was experiencing record-low unemployment, HR leaders were focused on retaining employees in a tight labor market and industry forecasters were plotting what the future of work would look like. Then, the pandemic came—skyrocketing unemployment and prompting widespread economic uncertainty.

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Trending Payroll Statistics

Staying up-to-date on the latest decisions and payroll statistics ensures businesses can remain compliant and efficient. B2B Reviews research compiled the latest data to help businesses stay on top of payroll in 2024 and prepare for the future.

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How to run an awesome Q&A in your next presentation

Take It Personel-ly

You have a big presentation coming up, and you know there will be a question-and-answer portion following the speech. The organiser has even suggested that there will be a roving microphone and you may have to answer questions throughout your presentation. The unpredictability of this situation can make even the best speakers nervous. None of […].

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HR in a recession: how to improve staff morale during difficult times

HR Zone

Culture How to improve staff morale in a recession.

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How to Conduct a Training Needs Analysis: A Template & Example

Analytics in HR

Being able to conduct a training needs analysis is a key tool for any L&D professional. In this article, we will explain what a training needs analysis is, provide a template for conducting this analysis, and give a training needs analysis example. This guide will be useful for L&D professionals, trainers, and consultants alike. Contents What is a training needs analysis?

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