January, 2024

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Top 6 Workplace Trends for HR and Compliance Leaders in 2024

EverFi - HR

As I compiled this year’s list of workplace trends, it became clear to me that 2024 will likely be a tumultuous year for employers and employees alike. With a backdrop of geopolitical instability and economic uncertainty, the rise in that can accompany a U.S. election cycle, and the number of employees feeling unsettled, disengaged, and even burned out, employers have their work cut out for them.

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If you have a negative outlook for HR in 2024, you can fix it now

Workable

“ Survey: Despite Improved Hiring Outlook, HR Leaders’ Expectations Worsen.” This is the headline the Conference Board chose to use to detail the results of their survey of CHROs. In the spirit of “if it bleeds, it leads,” they went with the most negative aspect of the survey. And I get it–it’s all about the hits and no one likes to read “Everything is great!

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Tips from a unicorn founder on reevaluating HR tech in 2024 

HRExecutive

According to data from Gartner, technology ranked as the top investment priority for HR leaders last year, largely thanks to its efficiency potential driven by automation. HR tech purchases represent a significant spending line item for many companies. - Advertisement - In fact, costs relating to the people function can amount to 70%-80% of an organization’s budget, according to Sapient Insights Group’s 2023-2024 HR Systems Survey of HR tech buyers from more than 2,500 organizations

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The Power of Employee Recognition: Ideas for a Budget Friendly Program

BackStitch

In the fast-paced world of business, it's easy to overlook one of your organization's most valuable assets: your employees. Employee recognition is a powerful tool that can boost morale, increase motivation and enhance overall workplace satisfaction. However, creating an effective recognition program doesn't have to break the bank.

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The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

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Ditching degree requirements for jobs – what to do instead

Workable

Massachusetts has joined 13 other states in removing the college degree requirement from many government jobs. The Brookings Institute describes this move as “low-cost ways to open state hiring processes to more applicants and improve economic mobility for qualified workers who have been largely excluded from state hiring systems.” The private sector has also begun moving in this direction as well, with companies like Walmart leading the way.

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11 Engaging Onboarding Activities for Your New Hires in 2024

Analytics in HR

Research shows that companies with a strong onboarding activities program can increase their new hire retention by 82% and new employee productivity by over 70%. Onboarding activities are not just about filling out forms and attending training sessions. They can be engaging and fun, providing new hires with a warm welcome and a solid foundation for their journey with the company.

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New Year, New HR Trends for Brokers to Know

Extensis

Quick look: The new year is here, and as a broker, your clients turn to you to provide professional guidance on emerging human resources topics. With insights from our internal experts, the ExtensisHR 2024 HR Trends Report reviews the top 10 developments expected to impact employers, from the rising use of artificial intelligence to the need to upskill current staff.

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HR in 2024: Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Through Bold Leadership

HR Digest

As we stand at the precipice of 2024, a revolution – not an evolution – awaits. The architects of this revolution are the bold and forward-thinking leaders in human resources. The year ahead demands courage and audacity. It is a crucible where tradition and innovation clash, forging a new paradigm in workforce dynamics. The year demands that the pulse of innovation beats strongest within the corridors of a dynamic and future-focused HR strategy.

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Register Now for CalChamber’s 2024 Employment Law Updates Webinar!

HRWatchdog

Last year, the California Legislature sent 1,046 bills to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. Of the 890 bills he signed, many affect California employers — and CalChamber’s annual Employment Law Updates Webinar can help employers stay on top of these new laws and their related obligations! Join our California Employment Law Experts for a 90-minute webinar that covers the specifics on recent updates to California and federal laws and regulations as well as court decisions.

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Automate Your Onboarding Process In 7 Steps

Efficient employee onboarding is more than a warm welcome—it's a catalyst for business growth. Automated onboarding transforms new hires into productive team members faster, fostering long-term satisfaction and talent retention. For HR, automation means replacing inefficient manual processes with streamlined, cost-effective operations. Our eBook reveals how automating employee onboarding delivers these benefits, reducing HR challenges and elevating new employee readiness.

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Genesis10 Celebrates 25 Years

Genesis10

You may have heard how Genesis10 got our name. Genesis means “starting over” or “new beginning,” and 10 represents the people who 25 years ago this month joined CEO Harley Lippman to create and grow Genesis10 into one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S., according to Staffing Industry Analysts.

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Organizations Need to Balance Speed and Effectiveness

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Technology is a great thing. It’s also constantly changing and, for effectiveness, we have to stay current with what’s happening. And by “we”, I mean both individuals and organizations. For example, I’ve been seeing articles about Q-day, which is a term used to describe when quantum computers will be able to crack all of the codes currently protecting digital data.

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Payroll 2024: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses Part 1

EmployeeConnect

In the intricate world of business operations, one crucial aspect that demands meticulous attention is payroll management. Efficient payroll processing is not only essential for employee satisfaction but is also a legal imperative. In this blog post, we will delve into the complexities of payroll, exploring its significance, common challenges, and best practices for businesses.

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Leadership Worry Strips Away Confidence

The People Equation

When my eldest child entered middle school, we discussed the ways our morning routine would change, including his need to wake up an hour earlier. The day before school started he said, “Mom, you don’t even need to get up tomorrow morning with me. I’ll make my own lunch.” He was cutting all ties. He had this. The next morning, I lay awake listening first to the shower running, then to the sounds in the kitchen: a clanking breakfast bowel, the rustle of a sack lunch coming together.

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

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.

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Types of Employment & How to Choose the Right One for Your Organization

Replicon

With the changing business landscape, the labor market has become more diverse and has been classified into different categories. Employers should understand this classification of types of employment to onboard appropriate resources as per their business needs. This is important because the type of employment that employers consider for their business operations affects the organization’s work culture, budget, and work paradigm.

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The Swedish Strike against Tesla Persists with No Clear End in Sight

HR Digest

Promoting collective action is the hallmark of a labor union and the current Swedish strike that Tesla is facing is an obvious testament to that fact. The strike against Tesla began on 27 October when a company subsidiary refused to sign a collective agreement with IF Metall—a labor union that represents the Tesla mechanics in the region. Elon Musk, co-founder and CEO of Tesla, has long stood firmly opposed to labor unions, stating that they created negativity within a company, despite unions be

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How a Coaching Leadership Style Unleashes Human Potential at Work

TalentCulture

As organizations enter a new era, we’re seeing a clear shift in management methods and practices. Traditional command-and-control styles are giving way to a more relevant, inclusive, empowering model — coaching leadership. Sir Richard Branson succinctly describes the motivation behind this approach, “Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so […] The post How a Coaching Leadership Style Unleashes Human Potential at Work appeared first on TalentCulture

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Make a Promise to Conduct Better Meetings In the Year Ahead

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I came across an article recently on CNBC that said 90% of companies plan to implement return to the office policies by the end of 2024. This isn’t surprising. Organizations have been talking about return to the office policies mandates for quite some time. That’s not what I want to talk about today. I want to talk about meetings.

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The Essential Performance Review Checklist

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.

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How HackerEarth and Olibr are Reshaping Tech Talent Discovery

Hacker Earth

In the fast-paced tech world, finding the right talent is paramount. For years, HackerEarth has empowered tech recruiters to identify top talent through targeted skill assessments and engaging coding challenges. Now, we’re amplifying that impact by joining forces with Olibr’s vast job portal and advanced candidate screening tool. Imagine a world where: Candidates seamlessly showcase their skills through HackerEarth challenges directly on Olibr, boosting their profiles and attracting

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What Martin Luther King Jr.’s Message of Nonviolence Means for Workplace Culture in 2024

Great Place to Work

Leaders should focus on systems, not individuals, in the face of rising backlash to diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging (DEI&B) in the workplace. For Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2024, it’s important to lean into his true legacy: nonviolence and its power to change systems. That’s the advice from Janet M. Stovall , CDE , global head of DEI at the NeuroLeadership Institute, and former senior director of social impact at The UPS Foundation.

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What Is Flex Time? Pros and Cons of Flexible Work Arrangements

Replicon

Flex time is a work arrangement that enables employees to decide their daily work timings, giving them the autonomy to create their own schedules. However, employers introducing such flexible work arrangements may face some challenges during the initial phase. To help them get started, we’ve compiled the necessary knowledge on the topic. So, go through this blog to learn: what flex time is, the types of flex time arrangements employers can opt for, its advantages and disadvantages, and best prac

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What’s keeping HR leaders up right now? It’s not just retention

HRExecutive

Any HR leader today would likely agree: Recruiting and retaining top talent is their most pressing priority. In fact, it’s a reality that has held true for several years, according to HRE’s annual What’s Keeping HR Up at Night? survey. However, as economic and market conditions change, employers aren’t as singularly challenged by recruiting and retention—which, experts say, could suggest increasing opportunities to strategize for long-term people success. - Advertisement

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

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?

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The Great Work Reset Continues. Can Learning Seal the Deal?

TalentCulture

Diving into important talent strategy trends for 2024, one theme surfaces again and again. What many call “The Great Work Reset” isn’t over. Far from it. Employers still have more work ahead in resetting relationships with employees. Here’s one powerful way to move the needle — commit to ongoing employee growth. In other words, build […] The post The Great Work Reset Continues.

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Could Artificial Intelligence Help Your Small Business In 2024?

Forbes Coaches Council

If you are an entrepreneur, AI could help you save money and increase productivity. However, as with all technological advances, you must understand the risks associated.

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Fail Like a Two-Year-Old

Evil HR Lady

On Sunday at church, I sat next to a newly minted two-year-old. And two she was. Full of energy and personality, she had little interest in sitting still. But the secret about two-year-olds is they want to be good. So I leaned over and asked her to fold her arms and be quiet for the prayer. She folded her little hands, scrunched her eyes shut, and sat perfectly still for a good ten seconds before returning to her normal status as a ball of energy.

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Destructive vs. Constructive Criticism at Work: Examples and How to Handle

The Muse

Not all feedback is the same. Learn the difference between destructive and constructive criticism and empower yourself with these tips on navigating them.

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Early Tenure Turnover: Stop the Revolving Door of Hires

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.

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Top 10 Time-Saving Tips for Businesses in 2022

Replicon

“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” — Michael Altshuler The ability to make efficient use of time is critical for success. However, like everything else, this requires a conscious effort on your part. It requires you to understand your current behavioral patterns, identify the parts that are weighing you down, and make a continuous effort to improve.

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The key role of culture in sustaining organizational performance

HRExecutive

Remember when companies considered unlimited snacks, casual Fridays and a foosball table in the lunchroom proof of their strong corporate culture ? Everyone loves free food, but culture delves so much deeper than office perks. It’s about the shared values, beliefs and especially behaviors that serve as the backbone for how we do business. It’s the invisible threads that weave through our daily interactions and influence how decisions are made, how relationships are built and how work is approach

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What Leaders Get Wrong About Personality Tests

TalentCulture

In the fast-paced realm of modern work, where remote and hybrid setups reign supreme, the intricacies of collaboration have taken on a whole new meaning. Traditional personality tests were once heralded as the solution to understanding individual personalities and team dynamics. But in today’s work landscape, personality tests seem woefully inadequate.