NoExcusesHR
JANUARY 23, 2013
'One of the advantages of working in a complex healthcare organization is that most of the time our mission is the glue that keeps us together. It''s not that we all agree on every decision (God forbid!); but it does mean that when we run into problems the culprit is usually not that we aren''t all working toward the same goal. The culprit is ineffective communication.
45 Things
JANUARY 23, 2013
Not long ago someone wanted to interview me via Skype. I froze. I badly needed a haircut. I had bags under my eyes after a week of no sleep because of a bad head cold. The t-shirt I was wearing had a big stain from the tea I had spilled on myself earlier. A Skype interview? Oh, yeah, that was so never going to happen. But if you're a job searcher, you've got to always be ready for that call asking for a video interview.
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True Faith HR
JANUARY 23, 2013
'Last year on this day, the HR community came together to celebrate one of its own - the unheralded, unlistable Tim Sackett. Some highlights can be found here , here , here , here , and my own contribution here. But, that was last year. Today, it is all about the great Paul Hebert. If you do a Google image search of the man, you get a lot of pretenders who have the name "Paul Hebert." but there is only one who carries the influence and weight of the HR community on his shoulders.
TheHRBlog
JANUARY 23, 2013
The recession has forced thousands of professionals to forego salary increases in order to keep their jobs. Now with recovery underway and indications of hiring increases, those same individuals may find salary negotiation a growing possibility. If you’ve experienced a salary freeze, it’s possible that you may find yourself thinking about seeking a new, higher-paying […].
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NoExcusesHR
JANUARY 24, 2013
'It''s a classic challenge faced by human resources practitioners around the world and in every organization. An employee reaches out to express a concern, share an observation, or in more extreme situations report unethical or illegal behavior. But just before they are ready to share their story they ask the question. " This is confidential, right?
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True Faith HR
JANUARY 21, 2013
'Each year, the College Employment Research Institute, under the leadership of Dr. Phil Gardner, puts together a look at the current state of recruiting with regard to college students (check it out here ). Based on a sample of 4,300 employer representatives, their reports indicate that "the new college labor market inches ahead with a 3 percent gain over last year across all degrees.
TheHRBlog
JANUARY 23, 2013
I chose to devote my career to Human Resources due to a passion for business and an understanding of the value human capital brings to a company. I fear however, that many professionals choose to pursue a career in HR to utilize their soft skills or the desire for a quick route to a corporate […].
NoExcusesHR
JANUARY 22, 2013
'The role of the HR leader is an odd one. We''re expected to be there for employees, and also understand the industries we''re in so we can make effective decisions at an institutional level. We are sometimes expected to stay out of the way while the Operations folks take charge; that is until the Operations folks mess things up and we are expected to "get in there" and get everything back on track.
QAspire
JANUARY 20, 2013
When you take up a new passion, it is so amazing to see how things unfold. Since last few years, I have turned into a photography enthusiast, an avid learner of the art. No, I am not taking any formal photography classes but am learning it by doing in my spare time. You can view my photographic adventures at Flickr. In Hindi, the word “Drishti” means vision.
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True Faith HR
JANUARY 25, 2013
'On the drive into work this morning, I happened to tune into an all-male panel discussion on Morning Joe of the recent change in military policy to allow women in combat. Joe Scarborough was skeptical that women should be put on the front line given physical differences, and if lives were lost as a result of the policy it would by on the hand of the Pentagon.
45 Things
JANUARY 21, 2013
While looking in the mirror recently you discover a gray hair. In your eyebrow. You also begin to notice that everything is starting to, well, sort of droop. Sag, actually. Your latest photo in the company newsletter bears an uncanny resemblance to your mother. And your great Aunt Edith. You’re starting to feel more than a little old when your new manager doesn’t know who Ringo Starr is.
David Zinger
JANUARY 22, 2013
The Employee Engagement Network Turn 5 Years Old on Saturday January 26th! 5 Great Years. This Saturday, January 26th., the Employee Engagement Network will have been providing resources and community in employee engagement for 5 years. We have gone from one person isolated on a cold January day in Winnipeg 5 years ago to 5600 members, 478 videos, 576 forums, 3450 blog posts, and a host of other resources.
Strategic HCM
JANUARY 23, 2013
'skip to main | skip to sidebar. Home. Bio-Contact. Consulting. Speaking. Writing. About-HCM. Welcome. Welcome height=200 id=Image1_img src=[link] width=220/>. Connect with me. Jon Ingham. Contact me at. info [at] strategic [dash] hcm [dot] com. Skype: strategic-hcm. +44 7904 185 134. Read more by me in. Contributions from David Ulrich, Marshall Goldsmith, Peter Cappelli, Noel Tichy, Ed Lawler, Jon Ingham, Beverly Kaye, Sharon Jordan-Evans.
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Hospital Recruiting
JANUARY 23, 2013
Hire More Physicians by Recruiting the Spouse and Children. You’ve received an excellent looking CV of a well-trained physician; you’ve made the calls to court the candidate and picked dates for the candidate to interview. You know what the candidate needs from an opportunity, and you feel pretty good about your chances of a successful recruitment effort.
QAspire
JANUARY 22, 2013
How often do we, as professionals and managers, get sucked into the whirlwind of status reports, new-initiatives-everyday, number crunching, endless meetings and presentations? Sometimes, the best management is to do simple and obvious things more effectively. In this context, I enjoyed reading an insightful post titled “ Finding more time for real management ” at Business Strategy Review, London Business School.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'Sometimes it’s a spelling error that changes the meaning of their response. Sometimes they write details when they shouldn’t. This month, we highlight several warriors of the job application, from the polite to the vengeful, and everything in between. No, he wasn’t applying at Twitter: Response to client’s e-mailed job offer: “Gr8! Whn you can,,, pls call my references w/phone #s.
Insperity
JANUARY 22, 2013
Real business success doesn’t come from merely taking risks. It comes from eliminating it. And that’s exactly what business insurance does. Yet, when it comes to selecting coverage, many business leaders don’t take the time to truly understand their options. “Nearly every conceivable risk a business might face is covered by a type of business insurance,” says Darrell McGee, program manager at Insperity Insurance Services.
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Inpower Coaching
JANUARY 25, 2013
Here at InPower Women, we believe it’s important to recognize the similarities and differences between generations of women in the workplace. In particular we’d like to foster open dialog about these things. This article by the Young Entrepreneurs Council caught our attention because it identifies the latest trends for Millennials (men and women).
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'From the Associated Press : U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reached its highest number yet of companies audited for illegal immigrants on their payrolls this past fiscal year. Audits of employer I-9 forms increased from 250 in fiscal year 2007 to more than 3,000 in 2012. From fiscal years 2009 to 2012, the total amount of fines grew to nearly $13 million from $1 million.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'The U.S. Department of Transportation''s (DOT) Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy Compliance has issued a Notice to address the recent passage of state initiatives purporting to legalize marijuana use for recreational purposes. The DOT requires testing of applicants and employees in safety-sensitive transportation positions for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines and phencyclidine.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has revised the “FCRA Summary of Rights” document to incorporate amongst other things the new agency—Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that now has oversight over the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Before January 1, 2013, employers should use the new FCRA notice for their background check programs. The FCRA Summary of Rights form must be included: (1) as an enclosure with the first of the two “adverse action” notices—the “pre-adverse action” notice; and
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Every company everywhere should have a plan to combat workplace violence and properly respond to violent incidents. California has stepped to the plate and become the first state to mandate workplace violence prevention requirements for employees and employers. Even if you are in a different state or country, these workplace violence requirements are applicable to almost every employer anywhere.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'With Aurico, you work with a dedicated Account Manager and Client Liaison, each an experienced professional who understands your needs and expectations and who is familiar with your workflow, processes and history. Personal, responsive service sets Aurico apart, and we mean it when we say we’ll pick up the phone in four rings or less, during normal business hours.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'Accuracy in employee background screening is critical in today’s business environment Washington, D.C. (November 28, 2012) – As employers begin to plan business strategies for the upcoming year, there is no question that personnel needs will be high on their to-do lists. To help business owners and human resource managers make sound hiring decisions, more and more are turning to pre-employment background screening to ensure they find the right people for the right positions.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'International background screening continues to expand at a rapid rate. For some organizations, screening is handled as a “one-off” for a single hire with an international background, while other organizations require comprehensive screening solutions on a global basis. Whichever category you fall into, partnering with a company versed in international screening is essential.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'Attendees at the hearing included the National Retail Federation and other employer advocate groups who stressed the importance of background checks in employment. "N RF believes that the criminal background question needs to remain on employment applications,” NRF Vice President for Loss Prevention Richard Mellor said. “This vital information is every bit as relevant as an applicant’s education, previous employment experience and formal training.
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Is the term “culture” just a buzzword tossed around at your organization, or have you delved into the core values and behaviors that truly define a good fit for your company? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, will share a proven framework to identify the essential traits that contribute to a seamless fit within your unique culture, not just in your current successful employees but also in prospective candidates.
Aurico
JANUARY 25, 2013
'The Senate unanimously confirmed President Obama''s nomination of Dr. Joshua Wright to serve as a Commissioner at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Wright is currently a professor at the George Mason University School of Law, who previously served as the scholar in residence at the FTC''s Bureau of Competition. Wright''s term extends through September 25, 2019.
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