November, 2023

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6 key realities for HR leaders in 2024

HRExecutive

According to a recent Accenture report , “89% of CEOs say the CHRO should play a central role in driving long-term profitable growth.” I couldn’t agree more. The role of the HR leader has changed radically—we’ve earned a seat at the table where the most important decisions are made. - Advertisement - With that opportunity comes more responsibility. To seize this moment, HR leaders must reimagine the HR function and focus on the skills that will unlock success.

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The Worst Holiday Gifts to Give Your Employees

C. A. Short Company

The holiday season is upon us, and as you gear up for the annual tradition of gifting within your organization, it's crucial to steer clear of the pitfalls that could turn well-intentioned gestures into less-than-ideal presents for your employees.

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Remote Working: The New Norm and Its Impact on HR Productivity | HR Cloud

HR Cloud

The landscape of traditional workplace dynamics has dramatically altered, with remote working taking a front seat in operational strategies across the globe. This trend, significantly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago, has persisted and even grown, despite the return to normalcy. Employees and employers alike have tasted the flexibility and balance that remote work offers, and many prefer this model over the traditional in-office approach.

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Army Veteran Talks Transition to Civilian Life, Offers ‘Challenge’ to HR

SHRM Resources

Ahead of Veterans Day, a program manager who spent 20 years in the U.S. Army talks about the role HR can play in helping better prepare for life after the military, find a meaningful career and thrive as a civilian employee.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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How to Create an Inclusive Culture for Veterans at Work

TalentCulture

As the uniform comes off and the battlefield recedes into memory, our nation’s veterans embark on a new mission — transitioning into civilian life. This transition is often filled with promise and opportunities, as well as unique challenges. It’s a journey that demands understanding, empathy, and specialized, proactive support from employers.

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Creating a culture of two-way communication

Jostle

Two-way communication is crucial in the workplace. It builds trust between management and teams, encourages collaboration between coworkers, boosts engagement , and fosters innovation, all of which are essential to a thriving company culture.

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12 Best Employee Benefits for a Modern Workplace

Homebase

Have you noticed other small businesses offering great employee work benefits and wondered if you should do the same? While it’s true that offering great work perks can help you attract and keep top talent, you need to choose the right ones. Choosing The Best Employee Benefits For Your Business It can be tough to decide which work perks to offer.

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14 Entry-Level HR Positions To Know (Plus How To Start in HR)

Analytics in HR

So, you’ve made the decision to enter the exciting field of Human Resources (HR) and are ready to pursue entry-level HR positions – congratulations! Not only is HR an immensely rewarding profession, but it’s also one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there will be an additional 70,000 HR jobs by the year 2030.

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What’s driving 90% of employers to plan for 2024 layoffs?

HRExecutive

Amid ongoing economic uncertainty, layoffs spread across industries in 2023, and a new report finds that the downsizing trend is expected to continue well into 2024. - Advertisement - According to Randstad RiseSmart’s Global Severance report, nine in 10 employers surveyed expect to reduce their workforce size in the upcoming year, based on a survey of 400 HR and procurement professionals from around the globe, including in the U.S.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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You Can Successfully Clear Your Year-End To-Do List

PeopleStrategy

The end of the year is a busy time for HR departments, we all understand that. But sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Starting now not only means you keep the company compliant and in good standing, but gives you a head start on work for the new year. For those new to their positions or looking for a fresh take on end of the year tasks, this rundown looks at general activities, compliance-related activities, and employee compensation and benefits activities.

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6 Tips for Adopting a Four-Day Workweek

Great Place to Work

Rimini Street, a global software and engineering services provider, shares how it tested and expanded a pilot program to its 2,000 global employees. Despite improved workplace experiences at the typical U.S. workplace, most companies have yet to crack the code on employee well-being. Great Place To Work® surveyed more than 4,400 U.S. employees in a market study in July of 2023.

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How Can HR Contribute to Business Growth and Help Envision Future Success?

HR Digest

We are slowly witnessing the resurgence of Human Resource Management, with companies actively investigating how HR teams can contribute to business growth. For years, HR teams have largely been delegated to admin tasks and rote hiring activities, but there are innumerable ways by which HR can contribute to business success. HR strategies for business growth focus on the hiring and retention of the right talent, but they can also involve active participation in key business decisions by bringing

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11 Small Business Loans to Give Your Business A Boost in 2024

Homebase

Running—and funding—a small business isn’t for the faint of heart. For over 82% of American entrepreneurs , funding their business means using personal savings, credit cards, or leveraging other assets. While it’s common, dipping into your personal savings isn’t something any small business owner wants to do. Yet only 16.5% of entrepreneurs rely on small business loans from banks or other financial institutions to fund their business.

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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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Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment: Leveraging Job Portals to Attract a Varied Talent Pool

Hppy

Diversity is not just a buzzword for modern companies, but a business imperative. Having a diverse workforce is beneficial since it brings varied perspectives, contributes to innovation, and reflects our globalized world. Likewise, inclusion ensures every employee feels valued and respected, enhancing teamwork and productivity. Developing an effective diversity recruitment strategy goes beyond ticking boxes.

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Can generative AI solve the professional burnout problem?

HRExecutive

What did you accomplish at work today? For far too many of us, the gut response to that question would be: “Not enough.” Time-pressed, working across time zones and barraged by constant meeting alerts, emails and texts, for many professionals, the average workday has become a race against the clock to quickly triage, respond and stay one step ahead of our inboxes. - Advertisement - In fact, according to our recent Future of Professionals Report , which surveyed more than 1,200 profe

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I have a new staffing agency, where do I start? 5 ways to get new clients

Bullhorn Blog

The staffing industry is built on relationships , literally and figuratively. Many new business owners get up and running by building relationships with a few tried and true clients. But how can you identify new partnerships and get new clients for your staffing agency? It’s a struggle that faces new and tenured staffing firms. Wherever your business is on its journey, prospecting new clients is essential for finding and maintaining success.

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Talent Management vs. Performance Management: What’s the Difference?

Extensis

Quick look: While the terms talent management and performance management are often used interchangeably, they play different (yet equally important) roles in a company’s human resource function. Understanding their distinctions can help businesses align goals, implement targeted development programs, and unlock the full potential of their employees and organization.

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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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Artificial Intelligence: Is It Okay for Job Seekers to Get Help With Their Job Search

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes I’d like to think that most, if not all, of us would answer the question “Is it okay for job seekers to get help with their job search?” with the answer “yes”. We encourage job seekers to reach out to their networks when they’re looking for new opportunities. We encourage them to speak with mentors and coaches about how to share their strengths during interviews.

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Native Women’s Equal Pay Day 2023: A Closer Look at Wage Disparities

Trusaic

The year 2023 is almost behind us, and sadly Native American and Alaska Native women are only now approaching the point where their pay has caught up to non-Hispanic white men. That date falls on November 30 this year. It serves as a striking reminder of the disparities in wages and economic opportunities that Native women face and the pay gaps they still face.

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Creating a Flexible Open Workspace: A Guide for HR

Hppy

The traditional office environment is undergoing rapid change. For instance, open workspaces that encourage collaboration, flexible working, and adaptability are more popular today than ever before. As companies all over the world embrace hybrid work options they continue to think as to what more can be done to make their work environment more flexible, friendly, and accessible to attract the millennial worker.

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The Retention Roadmap: Plotting Your Course to Proactive Employee Retention

15Five

Employee retention isn’t merely a challenge—it’s an ongoing effort that requires continuous foresight and strategy. At our second annual Thrive by 15Five conference, we held a breakout session titled “The Retention Roadmap: Plotting Your Course to Proactive Employee Retention”. The session was moderated by Emily Diaz , VP of Transform at 15Five, and brought together industry experts Kirsti Grant , Chief People Experience Officer at Auror , and Caren Mix , Director of People Operation

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Protect Your Business: Tackle the Future of I-9 Fraud with Expert Strategies

Speaker: Speakers

Is your business ready for the future of document fraud? AI advancements have made forgery easier, increasing risks for employers. With 85% of identity fraud last year linked to impersonation, proactive compliance is essential. Join WorkBright’s webinar on October 8 to equip yourself with crucial insights for protecting your business from fraudulent I-9 documents, including: Understanding Risks: Learn about new fraud tactics impacting your business.

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Fast, Fair, and Functional: A New Look at Structured Interviews [New Research]

Lighthouse

For talent acquisition leaders, it sometimes feels as if there is a set of opposing forces fighting for control over hiring processes: We need a strong, supportive candidate experience We need to provide fair consideration and minimize bias We need to pick the candidate who can best perform the job… All that seems like a tough mission, frankly!

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How Registered Apprenticeship Benefits Employers and Jobseekers- Best Practices

EDSI

Connecting apprenticeship programs with your state and local workforce system is a win-win partnership and we have extensive experience working with employers and jobseekers to strengthen the workforce and our economy. Our Regional Apprenticeship Coordinator Adina Tayar offers best practices!

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The Most Productive Ways to Spend the Last Two Weeks of the Year

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I’ve mentioned a few times recently about projects that might be perfect for the end of the year and thought it would be good to expand on the idea. When I worked in a corporate office, I often worked during the final two weeks of the year. At first, because I had to. Everyone else had more seniority and vacation time.

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How to Evaluate & Track Employee Performance

Intoo USA

Evaluating and tracking employee performance is a fundamental component of effective team management. It serves several critical purposes, enhancing a workforce’s overall productivity and success. Performance evaluations allow managers to pinpoint areas requiring improvement in an employee’s work, which is essential for both individual and team development.

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[Free Templates] Plant the Seed for Successful Onboarding!

Our Free Welcome Email Templates (designed for both in-office or virtual employees) are ready for you to customize and use to plant the seeds of success for new team members.

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HRZone’s 15 most popular articles of 2023

HR Zone

It’s my favourite time of the year…when we get to review all the articles we published across 2023 and see what captured the attention of our readers.

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Inspiring Team Success: How to Align Employees With Company Goals

15Five

Organizational alignment can be the difference-maker in developing a high-performing team. It’s the glue that connects employees to the company’s broader mission, ensuring everyone is rowing in the same direction with their eyes fixed on the same finish line. But when it comes to goal-setting, achieving organizational alignment doesn’t just happen.

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Thank You. 4 Ways to Make Those Two Words Count

The People Equation

On a Mother’s Day many years ago, I received what remains one of the most delightful and meaningful Thank You notes ever. The sender was my son’s Little League coach, Coach Bob, who demonstrated a leadership quality that went beyond the baseball field. People appreciate being thanked. This is true whether you’re a Little League mom, a government worker or employed by a large company.

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