February, 2024

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Did Elmo just light a fire under HR to confront the employee wellness crisis?

HRExecutive

Elmo, one of the furry stars of Sesame Street , is beloved by kids and parents alike for his sweet, wholesome nature. But things took a dark turn on Elmo’s social media last week—a situation that, employee wellness experts say, should raise the alarm for HR leaders. - Advertisement - The character took to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Jan. 29 with a simple question: “How is everybody doing?

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13 HR Quotes To Inspire and Motivate HR Professionals in 2024

Analytics in HR

When you Google “HR Quotes”, you get more than three hundred million results. Many of these are quotes we have come across all too often, though, and as a result, they have lost their inspirational or motivational effect. In this article, we share a selection of HR quotes that will inspire and motivate you. Most of them come from our very own Subject Matter Experts and AIHR’s People Team!

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What HR Should Know About Tenure and Academic Freedom

Cupa HR

From an HR perspective, faculty positions can often look very different from other professional and staff roles on campus, especially when it comes to those faculty on the tenure track. But as HR’s role in academic staffing expands, it’s critical to understand tenure and its role in supporting academic freedom, says Joerg Tiede, the director of the department of research and public policy with the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).

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Using HR Data to Tackle Real-World Business Issues

TalentCulture

Sponsored by ZeroedIn SUMMARY Not long ago, trying to glean insights from HR data was a frustrating process at best. Relevant information was usually locked away in siloed systems. Even when data was accessible, it was often incomplete, inconsistent, or outdated. According to 2017 research from Deloitte, 71% of companies considered people analytics a high priority. […] The post Using HR Data to Tackle Real-World Business Issues appeared first on TalentCulture.

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New Report from 3,500+ Employers Confirms Retention is a Top HR Priority in 2024

The first report from Gallagher’s 2024 US Workforce Trends Report Series, includes data from 3,500+ employers who participated in the 2024 US Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. The report provides benchmarks for benefits, HR and people strategies to help organizations thrive. Organizations continue to rank retention as the top priority for HR, and second highest for operations.

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What HR leaders can learn from Taylor Swift

HRExecutive

Those in HR leadership can learn a thing or two from musician Taylor Swift, especially when looking at how she built and evolved her brand, image and reputation. - Advertisement - “What do I/we want to be known for?” permeates every action and corporate decision Swift makes, and it’s something every business leader should consider.

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The Evolution of HR with AI Technologies

Hppy

The world of Human Resources (HR) has seen a significant transformation in recent years, largely due to the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. Traditionally, HR departments focused on managing employee records, overseeing recruitment processes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. However, the introduction of AI has begun to reshape this landscape in profound ways.

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What is HR Analytics? All You Need to Know to Get Started

Analytics in HR

HR analytics allows HR professionals to make informed decisions and create strategies that will benefit employees and support organizational goals. This has a significant impact on organizational performance , leading to as much as a 25% rise in business productivity, a 50% decrease in attrition rates, and an 80% increase in recruiting efficiency. In this article, we will explain what HR analytics is, its benefits, as well as how to get started and grow in your HR analytics capabilities.

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Register Now for Leaves of Absence Seminars

HRWatchdog

Pregnancy disability leave (PDL), the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), mandatory paid sick leave, reproductive loss leave ( new for 2024 !), bereavement leave, jury duty and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) ― these are just SOME leaves of absence that California employers must accurately manage.

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Home Health Payroll & HR Software: Taking Better Care of Caregivers

Netchex HR Blog

Managing your workforce has always been important for hospitals, nursing homes, and home health. Payroll and HR software helps you improve efficiency and streamline some of the most cumbersome HR management tasks. Over the next decade, the Bureau of Labor Statistics says that healthcare employment is projected to grow “ much faster than the average ” for jobs in other industries.

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The Intelligent Automation Guide For Human Resources

Achieving your HR goals for 2024 requires strategic focus and efficiency. But your team is overwhelmed and in the worst cases, burned out. Our eBook explores how process automation can streamline administrative tasks, enhance collaboration, and improve overall productivity, allowing your HR team to put their energy into higher value activities. Address key challenges such as: Limited resources Departmental silos Employee burnout Learn about the real benefits of advanced automation tools as well

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When healthcare and higher ed collide, innovative hiring is key

HRExecutive

As South Florida’s only academic-based healthcare system, the University of Miami Health System, known as UHealth, isn’t just a premier destination for patients but for talent as well. - Advertisement - This includes Alison Mincey, senior vice president and CHRO of UHealth and the University of Miami. She says the unique interplay of the organizations’ missions—exemplary patient care, breakthrough research and educating the next generation of leaders—is among the reasons she jo

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Benefits of cross training employees and top considerations before you start

Business Management Daily

In the back of his mind, Joel always feared this day would come. Gina, one of his best employees, submitted her letter of resignation. With a low unemployment rate and two elderly parents in need of care, she decided the time was right to live and work closer to them. While Joel wished her well, he wondered how her absence would affect operations. Joel knew he could not possibly replace her very quickly, so he asked Gina to spend the two weeks leading up to her last day teaching other team membe

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Global minimum benefits standards are on the rise. Here’s what that looks like

HR Brew

Not all policies surrounding benefits such as vacation and healthcare are created equal. While an employer would be required to grant full-time workers based in Germany 20 days of vacation, for example, the same wouldn’t be true for employees in the US, where there’s no federal statute requiring paid vacation. Similar country-level disparities exist for parental leave and other benefits.

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Sourcing vs. Recruiting: The Key Differences and Processes Explained

Analytics in HR

According to research from LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting , 87% of talent acquisition (TA) professionals indicate that recruiting is becoming more strategic. This indicates a shift in the role of recruiting leaders towards a focus on driving business change. Knowing the difference between sourcing vs. recruiting is essential in creating a smart and strategic hiring plan for talent acquisition.

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How HR Can Create a Culture of Feedback

Employees want meaningful feedback. Without it, 98% disengage from their work (Zippia). But do your managers know how to support them? Use this Quick Start Guide to get the conversation started. Your workers don’t just want jobs; they want careers. Invest in your team by giving them meaningful feedback. 65% of employees want more feedback (Zippia). Workers who get daily feedback are 3x more engaged (Clear Company).

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What Is IN / OUT in the Year Ahead? Start Creating Artificial Intelligence Experiments

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Artificial intelligence (AI) is dominating today’s news cycles. What companies are using AI? What is this person or that person saying about the future of AI? What snafu did AI do lately? Don’t get me wrong. These articles can be helpful in understanding AI and its capabilities. But the other thing that can be helpful is actually working with it.

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The Crucial Role of Strategic Planning

EmployeeConnect

Businesses and organisations are faced with unprecedented challenges and opportunities. In this era of constant change, strategic planning has become more crucial than ever before. This blog post aims to delve into the significance of strategic planning in 2024, exploring how it can guide entities through uncertainty and pave the way for sustained success.

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Affordable Care Act Penalties Increase Again in 2024

ACA Times

The IRS recently made available the 2024 ACA penalty amounts for non-compliance with the Employer Mandate. And they have increased yet again. In Rev. Proc. 2023-17, the tax agency makes… The post Affordable Care Act Penalties Increase Again in 2024 first appeared on The ACA Times.

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Crucial HR KPIs you need to make data-driven decisions

Business Management Daily

How effective is your hiring process? Are your employees engaged with their work? How much revenue do you lose due to things like absenteeism and presenteeism? These are all questions that measure the effectiveness of your human resources department, and the best way to answer them is by paying attention to essential HR KPIs (key performance indicators).

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Here Are the HR Trends to Watch in 2024 + Plus Advice for Driving Impact!

The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.

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How HR pros can be inclusive leaders

HR Brew

Despite recent coverage suggesting that employers are scaling back on DE&I, some are doubling down on diversity. In fact, 97% of companies had at least one DE&I initiative in 2023, and 78% prioritized it more in 2023, according to a Workday survey of 2,600 HR professionals and business leaders. In her forthcoming book, Stumbling Towards Inclusion: Finding Grace in Imperfect Leadership , set to be published on April 16, author and psychologist Priya Nalkur explores what it means to be an

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How to Maximize Productivity with Employee Time Tracking?

Hppy

Paul J Meyer, famously considered the founder of the self-improvement industry, once said, “ Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” These words encapsulate the essence of a truth universally acknowledged in both personal and professional development realms.

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5 Scenarios When You Should Consider a Third-Party Investigator

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at Case IQ , a leading provider of case management solutions that helps companies manage the process and workflow of investigators collecting and analyzing information related to a case, with the goal of resolving issues, managing risk, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

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Rethinking Intern Compensation: The Case for Lump Sum Payments Over Short Term Housing Benefits

UrbanBound HR

Corporate interest in internship programs is growing. In fact, internship hirings rose by more than 9% last year –and that number is expected to grow to more than 22% this year. As competition for up-and-coming talent intensifies, employers are reconsidering the way that they compensate interns.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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Workday To Acquire HiredScore, A Potential Shakeup In HR Technology

Josh Bersin

This week Workday announced intent to acquire HiredScore , a leading provider of AI-based matching tools for recruiting (called “talent orchestration”). While it wasn’t discussed much in the earnings call, this deal is a big positive for Workday and could have big implications for the HR Tech market. Let me explain. (I have not been.

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Glad you’re here: Welcoming Pento to the HiBob village

HiBob

When we founded HiBob in late 2015, we had a vision of changing the modern world of work. We knew that the cumbersome, rigid, and time-consuming technology we used previously to manage people could not be the same technology that powered businesses of today and in the future. We aimed to make our platform, Bob, an HCM that was all-encompassing and easy to use for not just HR but also managers and employees.

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What HR needs to know about lifestyle spending accounts

HR Brew

If you’re in need of a spa day but can’t afford one, don’t worry—your employer will pay for it. Or it might, if it offers a lifestyle spending account (LSA). LSAs came onto the scene in the 2010s, but employers really started to take notice of them in the last few years, Kevin Robertson, executive director and CRO of HSA Bank, told HR Brew. Some 51% of employers surveyed by benefits provider Benepass offered an LSA benefit in 2023.

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3 Non-Monetary Incentives for Employees

Hppy

Employee appreciation is a great way to keep your staff motivated and elevate your employer branding. You can reward them with cash bonuses and other monetary compensation types. However, this isn’t the only way to appreciate your workforce. Non-monetary incentives are innovative ways to reward your employees outside the standard benefits and financial compensation.

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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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Why Manager Feedback is the Best Form of Workforce Planning

TalentCulture

Sponsored by The Culture Platform “Get some perspective.” That’s the best advice I ever received as a manager. And I took it to heart, because during my 20 years as a C-Suite leader at Cisco, the only time I received formal feedback was when I asked for it. My experience isn’t uncommon. Most organizations treat feedback […] The post Why Manager Feedback is the Best Form of Workforce Planning appeared first on TalentCulture.

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Why today’s best office designs require an HR leader’s touch | With photo gallery

HRExecutive

HR’s role in office design is shifting from one of involvement before the pandemic to one of influence post-pandemic, as greater organizational focus on employee experience continues to expand HR’s role, say experts. - Advertisement - As employers continue to struggle to attract the workforce back to the office post-pandemic, many are moving toward more intentionally designed spaces that meet evolved employee needs.

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Autonomous Corporate Learning Platforms: Arriving Now, Powered by AI

Josh Bersin

Thanks to Generative AI, we’re about to see the biggest revolution in corporate learning since the invention of the internet. And this new world, which will bring together personalization, knowledge management, and a delightful user experience, is long overdue. I’ve been working in the corporate learning market since 1998, when the term “e-learning” was invented.