December, 2023

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Why isn’t HR doing enough about the skills gap?

HRExecutive

I continue to be amazed by what our research at Sapient Insights Group uncovers. Sometimes, our analysis confirms trends that are already being talked about. Sometimes, our findings contradict—or at least temper—popular predictions. And then there are findings that uncover issues percolating under the radar. - Advertisement - This year, one such discovery is the skills management conundrum—a problem staring many HR and business leaders in the face that has yet to get the detailed attention it de

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Burning out of control: Are line managers in crisis?

HR Zone

Each New Year offers a chance to reflect on the one gone by, and 2023 has certainly been a chaotic and uncertain one.

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Artificial Intelligence: What HR Pros Can Do to Prepare For the Future

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Not a day goes by without some news about artificial intelligence (AI). The latest being the ouster – and return – of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The world of AI is exciting, dynamic, and full of potential. Just like human resources. Artificial intelligence is changing our jobs and the HR function. Regardless of where you and your organization are regarding AI adoption, it’s important to stay on top of the latest developments.

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Top 6 Benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR | ClearCompany

ClearCompany HRM

Where does your human resources team stand when it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI)? If AI isn’t on your radar, it should be — 76% of HR leaders say their organization needs to start using AI solutions in the next two years or risk being left behind. It seems most are getting the message since 92% say they plan to use AI much more in at least one area of HR by early 2025.

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Stay Ahead Of I-9 & Immigration Changes: Compliance Strategies for Employers

Speaker: Speakers:

With a new administration and increased scrutiny on employment compliance, employers must navigate complex, fast-evolving regulations. From I-9 audits to major immigration policy updates, staying ahead is critical. Join Chapelle Ryon, CEO of WorkBright, and Kimberly Best-Robideaux, an immigration attorney with over 20 years of I-9 expertise, for a practical, forward-looking discussion on what’s changing and what it means for your organization.

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Why and How to Create an HR Marketing Strategy

BizLibrary - HR

Creating content is traditionally handled by marketing and sales departments, but this powerful strategy can help HR achieve its goals, too! The post Why and How to Create an HR Marketing Strategy appeared first on BizLibrary.

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What Is a Rotating Shift and What Are Its Types?

Replicon

Nowadays, most businesses schedule their employees in rotating shifts to get 24-hour coverage and ensure round-the-clock operations. But what are these rotating shift schedules? As the name implies, these shifts rotate cyclically in a pattern that enables employees to work different shifts over a period of a few days to a month. This benefits many businesses but also has a set of drawbacks.

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HR Professionals Need to Enter the Artificial Intelligence Conversation

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I learned a new term recently – p(doom). It stands for the “probability of doom” when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) and a doomsday scenario. P(doom) is a scale that runs from 0 to 100. The higher you score yourself, the more convinced you are that AI is going to wipe out civilization. I first read about p(doom) in The New York Times newsletter DealBook where it reported that sharing your p(doom) score is becoming more mainstream and some people are ev

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New Year’s Resolutions For Progressive Recruiters (Simple but effective recruiting tools)

Dr. John Sullivan

The New Year is a great opportunity for progressive recruiters to tweak their TA approach by adding small things that will make a big difference. Descriptors … recruiting/tools – how to – simple but effective – 3 min. scan Simple High-Impact New Year Resolutions For Recruiters If you are seeking small changes that can significantly improve your recruiting outcomes, here are a handful of simple actions that have been proven to make an immediate difference.

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What is ‘wellbeing washing,’ and is your org guilty of it?

HRExecutive

If you run in HR circles, you’ll be no stranger to the endless conveyor belt of buzzwords. From quiet quitting to loud quitting, loud laborers and even grumpy stayers, there’s always a new concept or phrase to come to terms with. Silly as they might sound, they very often describe pressing topical issues that impact the workplace in a very real way—requiring swift and effective measures to keep them in check.

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Reduce Risk and Boost Retention with 100% Electronic Pay: A Practical Guide

Outdated payroll processes can slow operations, increase risk and affect retention—especially in today’s competitive labor market. This in-depth white paper offers executive decision-makers a practical guide for transitioning to fully electronic pay without increasing complexity or sacrificing compliance. For HR, payroll and finance leaders, this paper explores how a unified payment platform can make the shift to digital wage payment not only possible but preferable, for both employers and emplo

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Should You Expect Candidate Data with Your Next Recruiting Technology Purchase?

Lighthouse

Several years back, economist and human behavioral science expert Dan Ariely ran an experiment on options and choices (one of hundreds of experiments he’s run over the years). He found that when you offer just two choices, people are more rational and split their attention between the premium and inexpensive options. But if you offer three choices with one being visibly superior, one being visibly inferior, and one middle-of-the-road option that skews inferior, you tended to drive more cho

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A Comprehensive Guide to Developing an HR Strategic Plan

AIHR

An HR strategic plan solidifies and documents your HR strategy. For the entire organization to engage with the HR strategy, they must understand how it’s being played out. An HR strategic plan turns your HR strategy from an abstract concept into a concrete road map for HR and organizational success. This article discusses what an HR strategic plan is, why you need one, and how to create one.

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Engaging talent: How to communicate with candidates of all ages

Bullhorn Blog

Today’s talent expect frequent outreach and updates from recruiters, and they reward that effort with loyalty to their staffing firm. The GRID 2023 Talent Trends Report revealed that 68% of candidates would continue working with their current recruiter — but that rises to 84% when recruiters contact them more than once a week. With talent pools as tight as they are (and are likely to remain), that boost in candidate loyalty could be critical.

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Work On Your Personal Brand In 2024

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I mentioned a few months ago that I received a trial membership to MasterClass as part of changing my cellular phone plan. During the trial, I was able to listen to Neil Gaiman, Malala Yousafzai, Neil deGrasse Tyson, RuPaul, Bill Nye, and Dr. Terence Tao. And while I didn’t plan it this way, the last session I listened to about determining a personal brand really brought them all together.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Scaling Effective Managers: Pendo reduces turnover by 21% while onboarding 163 managers

15Five

Pendo is a trailblazer in product experience platforms. Scaling Growth, Engagement, and Retention Rapidly scaling any company while maintaining engagement and retention is a daunting challenge for HR and People teams. Scott Morgan, Head of Growth at Pendo, experienced this firsthand as Pendo expanded from 200 to 1,000 employees. However, their success in onboarding 163 managers, remaining in the top 25% of employee engagement, and significantly reducing turnover to 11% stands as a testament to t

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Employee wellbeing: How to keep employees happy and healthy 

Achievers

A healthy workforce is a prerequisite for sustained success in any industry, but the new normal has led to a wide range of challenges to employee wellbeing. The transition from traditional office setups to remote and hybrid work models has further blurred the lines between professional and personal life, made employees more susceptible to burnout, and increased team members’ sense of isolation.

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What is the Complexity Coefficient and Does it Apply to Your Organization?

Lighthouse

In our research on high-performing organizations, the term “complexity coefficient” is one that we use to describe companies that are outliers from the standpoint of investment into HR operations. What exactly is this coefficient, and why is it a crucial factor in organizational management? In essence, the complexity coefficient describes a phenomenon where an organization’s HR needs and technology requirements are influenced by various complexity factors , such as industry or

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AI Is Transforming Corporate Learning Even Faster Than I Expected

Josh Bersin

Of all the domains to be impacted by AI, perhaps the biggest transformation is taking place in corporate learning. After a year of experimentation, it’s now clear that AI will revolutionize this space. Let’s discuss what L&D is all about. Corporate training is everywhere, and that’s why it’s a $340 billion market. Everything that happens.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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21 Perfect Holiday Gifts for Employees

Intoo USA

As the year draws to a close and the festive season approaches, many businesses contemplate the tradition of employee holiday gifts. While some may view it as an unnecessary expense, there are compelling reasons why expressing gratitude to your team through gifts can be a valuable investment in your company’s success. Holiday gifts are a tangible expression of appreciation for your employees’ hard work and dedication throughout the year.

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Change the Conversation: UKG HR and Payroll eSymposium

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at UKG – Ultimate Kronos Group , a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions. The NelsonHall NEAT report recently named UKG a leader in the next generation HCM technology market. Congrats to them and enjoy the article!) Mark your calendars!

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The Power of Employee Self-Assessments for Personal Growth and Company Success

15Five

While they’re not typically a favorite activity for employees, most HR leaders would agree that performance reviews are crucial to performance management. Yet, year after year, many HR teams struggle to design and implement performance review processes that are fair, valuable, and efficient. There can be any number of reasons why a company’s performance review process falls short of expectations.

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What is workplace gaslighting and how can you spot the signs?

HR Zone

In the past gaslighting at work used to be associated with intentional psychological manipulation by a boss or colleague, aimed to make you doubt

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More Than a Benefit: Group Medicare and the Psychology of Retirement

Speaker: Shae Noble

As the workforce ages, retirement is becoming a more complex and emotionally significant transition. For many employees, retiring marks not only a change in benefits and income but also a shift in identity, community, and purpose. This webinar explores how HR professionals can support aging and retiring employees through a trauma-informed lens—one that recognizes the emotional and psychological dimensions of leaving the workforce.

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Developing the Confidence of an Emerging Leader

The People Equation

For many years, I was an advisor for the Junior Achievement Company Program, which was an after-school economic education course. Throughout this time, I met and mentored many high school students on the cusp of adulthood. Over a three month period a group of 20 – 30 high school students met weekly to run a company of their creation. The students elected officers, created a product to sell and managed the company’s financials.

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AI Implementations Feel More Like Traditional IT Projects Every Day

Josh Bersin

As we learn more and more about corporate implementations of AI, I’m struck by how they feel more like traditional IT projects every day. Yes, Generative AI systems have many special characteristics: they’re intelligent, we need to train them, and they have radical and transformational impact on users. And the back-end processing is expensive.

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20 Exciting Christmas Team-Building Activities in 2023

Intoo USA

During the holiday season, companies have a distinct opportunity to uplift their teams and build a positive company culture. Christmas team-building activities not only offer fun and enjoyment; they can also be a conduit to amplify synergy and forge enduring connections. Beyond glittering decorations and seasonal cheer, these activities weave a tapestry of shared experiences, contributing significantly to a workplace culture characterized by positivity and collaboration.

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December 2023 Jobs Report Recap

Engage2Excel

The resilient labor market shows healthy job growth, lower unemployment and some wage growth. In November, the labor market added 199,000 jobs, higher than the Dow Jones estimate and ahead of October gains. The unemployment rate unexpectedly fell in November to 3.7% as the labor force participation rate increased to 62.8%. Average hourly earnings rose by 0.4%, up 4% from a year ago.

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Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.

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4 Tips on How To Be a Good Manager and Leader

15Five

Everyone remembers their favorite manager. Maybe it’s the person who took you under their wing when you were starting your career. Perhaps it’s someone who showed you tremendous compassion at a challenging time. Or do you think of a leader who helped you develop and grow in your own role as a manager? Whoever your most impactful manager is, they likely made you feel supported, assured, and happy with your responsibilities and yourself at work.

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Understanding the Impact of Analytics on Employee Expense Reporting and Corporate Travel Policies

SutiHR

Metrics matter a lot for any business. In fact, numbers help you understand your organization’s. The post Understanding the Impact of Analytics on Employee Expense Reporting and Corporate Travel Policies appeared first on SutiSoft.

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Why Confidence is so Important When Leading Change and How to Build It

The People Equation

Guest Post by Phil Buckley Confidence is the most important trait leaders can draw upon when leading change. They need to be confident that they are looking at the right information, making the right decisions and giving people the right support to take on new routines. Confidence enables focus, builds momentum and inspires people to give their best.

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