August, 2021

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1-to-1 Business Introductions: There Are Rules, You Animals

The HR Capitalist

Most people don't worry about having to do business introductions. I'd say that for 90% of the world, introducing someone to a person inside your network for the express purpose of mutual gain isn't a thing. For 10% of us (myself included), the requests come on a weekly basis. It's a thing and it's full of peril, as the tweet below (email subscribers, click through if you don't see the tweet) from Valley investor Chris Sacca outlines: If you ask for an introduction, once it’s been made, it is on

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Performance Management: 5 Drivers for Success

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes. Regardless of your opinions about the traditional annual performance appraisal, organizations still need to have a process for managing performance successfully. The process of performance management is a way to provide feedback, accountability, and documentation for performance outcomes. Even organizations that are “ditching” the annual review aren’t abandoning accountability, feedback, and documentation.

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Business Process Automation Is Helping Businesses Rebuild and Scale In the Post-pandemic World

Business2Community

Business process automation, much like AI, is transformative technology that gets a bad rap for supposedly taking jobs away… The post Business Process Automation Is Helping Businesses Rebuild and Scale In the Post-pandemic World appeared first on Business2Community.

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The C Sheet | August 13th, 2021

Visier

1. The 24-hour Work Day. Thanks to technology and the pandemic, the line between home and work has never been more unclear. Research shows that employees are working at all hours of the day, which also means teammates are rarely online at the same time. But is this a bad thing? It depends. The Endless Digital Workday (Harvard Business Review). 2. Burned Out Nurses.

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Predict Retention with Confidence: What to Look for Before You Hire

Speaker: Speakers:

Turnover isn’t random. It’s a pattern rooted in hiring misalignment. In this practical, fast-paced session, you’ll learn how HR, Talent Acquisition, and Operations leaders are improving retention before day one using personalized assessments. You’ll walk away knowing how to: Identify early signs of alignment Focus on traits that truly matter Predict shift reliability with confidence Reduce risk in high-turnover roles Whether you’re dealing with summer churn or ongoing attrition, this session wil

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Want Great Ideas from a Team? Flip the Script

The People Equation

When you lead a team, great ideas are the lifeblood of innovation and productivity. Let’s say you have an idea that you’d like to toss out to your team. How can you get the folks to speak up and help you discern the idea’s viability? Nobody wants to waste time on a stinker of an idea. Here’s a process from business executive Bob Richards , who has been a long time client of the People Equation.

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Leaders Make Recognition Happen

Engage2Excel

Our hope is that your organization has the leadership and engagement of senior leaders, managers and staff to drive recognition practices and programs. But the reality is not every organization is fortunate to have a strong team that helps initiatives or programs move forward and progress in innovative ways. It’s important to note that when I refer to leadership, it’s not about a title.

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10 Ways to Recruit More Effectively Against the Competition

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes. A recent article from CNBC indicated that there are 1 million more job openings than people looking for work. We all know there are various reasons that people are searching (or not searching) for new opportunities. The bottom line is that organizations need to focus on their recruiting strategy in a highly competitive labor market. l’ve always had to recruit in highly competitive business environments.

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Managing Grief and Loss At Work: A Guide for Employees & Managers

Pathways

Grief is universal and one of the most painful things we’ll experience in our lifetime. The loss of a loved one impacts each aspect of our lives. Yet, we rarely address grief in the workplace. Most organizations don’t account for how grieving at work impacts employee engagement and wellness.

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Winning Back Unhappy Service Industry Workers Takes Pay & Appreciation

Visier

Service industry workers were laid off en masse in 2020, but many who have come back are now voluntarily walking out the door again citing low pay and a lack of appreciation shown by employers. Could COVID be the catalyst needed to get companies to change the way they value hourly workers? The profound cultural reckonings of late—#MeToo and the Black Lives Matter movements—have created a groundswell of collective discontent that forced the country to confront toxic and unchecked misogyny and rac

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.

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Statewide Workforce Innovation Efforts Expand With Support of National Governors Association

EDSI

Exciting progress is happening in the world of workforce development. The National Governors Association Workforce Innovation Network is positioned to help states achieve a higher level of innovation and longer-term strategizing to prepare their workforces for a post-COVID-19 recovery for American workers. EDSI, as a Michigan-based workforce service provider and consulting firm, plays a key role in providing technical assistance to the NGA as one of 20 advisory members and philanthropic partners

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A glossary of key benefits terms

PeopleStrategy

It can sometimes be difficult to keep track of the terms and jargon surrounding benefits administration. Don't worry - we've got you covered. . The post A glossary of key benefits terms appeared first on PeopleStrategy.

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Exponential Impact of Turnover from the Pandemic

Engage2Excel

We have all heard about, experienced, or participated in "The Great Resignation of 2021." The numbers are staggering. According to the recent Microsoft Work Trend Index 2021, 41% of the workforce is considering moving employers. In our recent Job Seekers Mindset report, 58% of survey respondents say they are highly likely or likely to work for a new employer within the next 6 months.

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IRS Releases Further Guidance on COBRA Continuation Coverage

ACA Times

The IRS recently issued a notice that further clarifies the usage of Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) coverage as amended via the American Rescue Plan (ARP). IRS Notice 2021-46 expands on 2021-31 and identifies several parameters around COBRA continuation coverage in a question and answers format. Before diving into the specifics, it’s important to note how the ARP created changes to COBRA coverage for select individuals.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Navigating Conflict in the Workplace: Ongoing Challenges in 2021

Pathways

Workplace conflict is inevitable—and it’s certainly nothing new. Employees with different personalities and communication styles working toward a common goal are bound to encounter conflict in any organization. U.S. employees spend an average of 2.8 hours a week involved in some level of conflict, amounting to $359 billion annually. As a result, human resources teams have long focused on minimizing conflict to ensure positive employee relations and reduce associated costs.

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How 3 Organizations Solve the Skills Challenge with People Data

Visier

At our Outsmart panel , Solving the Skills Challenge with Data, Ian Cook , Visier’s VP of People Analytics, spoke with three experts about the challenges of skills development in today’s workforce. Sergey Bukharov , CPO at Skyhive , Roel Duess , Head of Global Solutions Consulting at Fuel50 , and Mark Hanson , Product Owner of Skills at Emsi , each discussed their business’ unique use case for addressing the skills challenge with people data.

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How Do I Post a Job Ad for Free? And Should I Pay?

ExactHire

The talent shortage of 2021 has many companies expanding the rate at which they post jobs online for free. If you’re looking to post a job for free on Indeed or any of the other online job boards available, you may feel overwhelmed. There are plenty of choices for free job advertising and even more choices for paid job postings. When deciding where to advertise a job for free or when to pay to post jobs online, strategy is key.

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5 major benefits of HCM software

PeopleStrategy

Need a few more proof points on how HR/HCM software can help your business? Here you go: The post 5 major benefits of HCM software appeared first on PeopleStrategy.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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Podcast: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Developing a Clear Roadmap

DecisionWise

Engaging People Podcast · Ep. 142: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Developing a Clear Roadmap. During this podcast, Kristin Chapman, Managing Director of People & Culture at AAA National; and Charles Rogel, VP of Consulting at DecisionWise, share the latest DecisionWise employee survey research as well as tested best practices and stories from AAA National on how to map a clear DE&I strategy.

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Health Carriers Are Benefiting From The ACA

ACA Times

Several health carriers are experiencing growth because of the recent Affordable Care Act advancements. Most notably is CVS Health Corp. and its affiliated health insurance business, Aetna. Last week the health carrier stated that it will be entering the ACA individual coverage marketplace in eight states, including Texas, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, and Virginia.

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How Innovative Leaders are Preventing Burnout at Work

Pathways

Burnout has become a common occupational phenomenon in 2021. Even before the pandemic began, addressing burnout was considered a top priority for companies, and now leaders cannot ignore it. Nine out of ten employees showed some concern with burnout over the past year, and over 40% of employees are very concerned about their burnout levels.

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The C Sheet | August 6th, 2021

Visier

1. Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. Tuesday was Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, representing the number of days it would take for Black women to make what their white male counterparts made by the end of the previous year. (For those who are bad at math, that’s 579 days compared to 365). Career coaches share how companies can work to fix this. The pay gap persists for Black women.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Is it time to update your Employee Value Proposition?

Engage2Excel

The pandemic has caused many companies across all industries to stop and readjust. Everything from their business model to updating their customer value propositions. But what about the employees who are on the front lines of creating value for these customers? Properly aligning your employee value proposition (EVP) with what current and future workers want and need most is vital for attracting, motivating and retaining employees.

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Creating a comprehensive benefits package to attract and retain top talent

PeopleStrategy

Given the intense competition your company faces to acquire the best employees, a comprehensive benefits package can go a long way in your favor. . The post Creating a comprehensive benefits package to attract and retain top talent appeared first on PeopleStrategy.

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Canada Pay Equity Act Takes Effect Today

Trusaic

The Canada Pay Equity Act goes into effect today, August 31, 2021, marking the official commencement of a major international move to advance workplace equality. The Act has been highly anticipated since its original passage in 2018. Now that the law is in full force, affected employers must develop and implement pay equity plans that address systemic gender-based discrimination in their workplaces.

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Aligning Your Learning and Development Efforts

DecisionWise

We Learn When It’s New. When an employee starts a new position, they enter a period of rapid learning and development. Things are new, responsibilities have increased, there are unique training opportunities, and they are learning every day. Over time however (especially after the two-year mark), their learning slows down dramatically, and their development stagnates.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Why Managing Mental Health Matters in a Return-to-Work Plan

Pathways

As we emerge from the pandemic with promising vaccination rates, organizations are instituting return-to-work plans to get their employees back in the office. For human resource leaders, a return-to-work plan is essential to restoring aspects of company culture like collaboration and engagement.

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6 Key Indicators of a High-functioning Hybrid Team

Visier

We chatted with Renée Safrata, CEO and Founder, and Dr. Jim Sellner; EVP People Analytics, from Vivo Team Development. Vivo Team develops competence, motivation, and collaboration among leaders and teams through live, online training, coaching, and people analytics. The content and format are based on the latest, proven research in learning and development.

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7 Tips for Managing Organizational Change Effectively in Any Industry

Intoo USA

In our webinar, History Has its Eyes on You: Managing Organizational Change , Amy Waryas, EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer of the Boston Red Sox & Fenway Sports Management spoke about how her organization dealt with the challenges of the pandemic. When the 2020 Major League Baseball season was shortened due to COVID-19, difficult decisions had to be made.

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