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Virtual Onboarding Ideas For HR

ExactHire

The benefits of onboarding can’t be overstated. Propelling your new hires to productivity, reducing employee turnover, and promoting a positive company culture are all a boon to your bottom line. Chances are your company understands the importance of introducing a new hire to the organization. You probably already had an effective onboarding program in place before 2020.

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4 things to avoid if you want to diversify your talent pool

HRExecutive

The value of building a more diverse candidate pool is nothing new to most recruiters. Research has long shown that diversity among applicants ultimately leads to lower turnover, higher productivity and even better profitability. And it’s a goal of most recruiters, according to recent research that found that enhancing diversity hiring is among their top priorities for 2021.

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DOL Withdraws Opinion Letter on Independent-Contractor Status

SHRM Resources

The U.S. Department of Labor recently withdrew an opinion letter that said some gig-economy workers who find jobs through smartphone apps—such as drivers for.

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Néstor Hugo Solari of Sigo: “Learn as much as you can, as fast as you can”

Thrive Global

“Learn as much as you can, as fast as you can.”?—?A mentor told me this the day I decided to found Sigo. As the founder of a startup, you’re often building something that no one has ever built before?—?by definition. As a first-time founder, you can’t even lean on tangential experience building a company that would be applicable. Whoever learns the most wins.

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The Engagement Engine: Strategies for Building a High-Performance Culture

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

Many companies strive for a positive culture with happy employees. But what if you could achieve more? High-performing cultures are the McLarens of the business world, leaving Camrys in the dust. They unlock exceptional results by fostering innovation, engagement, and continuous growth. In this webinar, we'll demystify the concept and provide practical steps to kickstart the journey toward a high-performing culture in your organization.

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How to Identify the Right People Analytics Projects

Visier

A version of this article first appeared on LinkedIn Pulse. When it comes to people analytics, there are always more questions than answers. The newness of the field, the complexity of human behavior, and the ever-changing nature of organizations generate a huge list of potential questions. It can be easy for the aspirations and imagination of business leaders to overwhelm their people analytics teams with demands and unrealistic expectations.

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Why employee engagement should be an inclusive and collaborative effort

HR Zone

Employees Employee engagement from the inside.

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How Active Listening Can Boost Your Career (and How to Do It Right)

The Muse

Active listening may come more naturally to some than to others, but it’s a skill most everyone can develop. And for the sake of your career, you should.

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Kindness

SHRM

Originally published April 4, 2017 I like to read and re-read blogs on leadership. They are helpful reminders on what I need to keep doing (or not doing) and where there are opportunities for personal growth. Although expressed from different perspectives, the articles often cover the same attributes or competencies that we rightfully expect from good leaders.

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Remote working: What will happen to remote work in 2021

Hppy

It is no secret the world has witnessed a remote work revolution due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Before the pandemic, it was estimated about 2.9% of employees globally worked from home permanently. However, this figure increased up to 88% due to the pandemic. It is even projected by 2025, about 70% of the workforce will be working at least five days a month remotely. .

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Ultimate Guide To Online Casinos: 8 Benefits And Tips You Should Know About

Take It Personel-ly

Online casinos are gaining a brand new and broader audience, now more than ever before. Platforms such as Neosurf casino are paving the way for what seems to be a leap away from conventional gambling. Here are the benefits of online gambling you probably didn’t know about… until now. Plus, a few pro-tips you can […].

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Is it Time for a Company Culture Intervention? 5 Questions You Must Ask

TalentCulture

When is a company culture intervention necessary? And how do you know if your company needs to hear some hard truths? The truth is that through the decisions you make […]. The post Is it Time for a Company Culture Intervention? 5 Questions You Must Ask appeared first on TalentCulture.

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What does your people strategy look like beyond the pandemic?

HR Zone

Strategy People strategy beyond the pandemic.

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Why Don’t People Just Stop Smoking?

EX Program

Despite all we know about the health problems caused by using tobacco, people continue to smoke, dip or chew. This can seem baffling. But knowledge, desire, and determination typically are not enough for most to simply stop smoking. In fact research over the past 25 years has shown that, out of 100 people trying to [.]. Read More. The post Why Don’t People Just Stop Smoking?

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Fortify I-9 Compliance With The All-in-one Team Training Handbook

USCIS estimates that 76% of paper I-9s have at least one fineable error —with high-volume hirers at the highest risk. But worry not. WorkBright’s Ultimate I-9 Compliance Guide is a comprehensive resource to instantly level up your team’s I-9 process and reduce your audit risk. What to expect: Written for HR teams: No cryptic legal jargon here. We’ve made it fast and easy to find concise answers to nearly fifty I-9 questions in simple terms.

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Know Before You Hire: 3 Employment-Screening Trends in 2021

SHRM Resources

The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to impede aspects of employment screening in 2021, leading employers to use alternative procedures such as conditional hiring and.

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I Broke My Own Golden Rule—Here’s What Happened

Jason Lauritsen

Recently, I collaborated with a friend on a project. It wasn’t a big project, and we weren’t doing it for money. It was more of an exploratory effort that we were both interested in doing, so we decided to do it together. The two of us have been friends for years but had never done any work together, so it was an exciting opportunity. We jumped right in. .

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Job Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Spot Them and Steer Clear

The Muse

Job scams are risky and on the rise. Here’s what you need to know about common types of scams—plus tips on how to spot and avoid them.

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7 Genius Things You Don’t Know About RChilli Resume Parser

RChilli

RChilli is committed to creating future-ready products for its users. It works with its customers as a partner and not just a vendor. I know you must be thinking what is so unique about RChilli and what makes it better than its competitors.

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A Benefits Leaders Top Priority: Reducing Cancer at all Costs

U.S. employers are bracing for the largest increase in health insurance costs in a decade next year. And the largest healthcare expense to employers? Cancer.

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The Power of Positive Appreciation

SHRM

Whether it's in the form of a raise or a simple thank you, showing gratitude can make all the difference to your employees. Businesses that proactively use appreciation can attest to its powerful value. As the saying goes, “Next to excellence comes the appreciation of it.” When it becomes part of corporate culture, appreciation can be the secret weapon that propels companies past their competition.

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How HR can unlock the treasure trove of workforce data

HR Zone

Strategy The workforce data treasure trove.

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The Weekly Dose: @Pandologic – The Job Advertising Platform

The Tim Sackett Project

Today on the Weekly Dose I review the programmatic job advertising platform, Pandologic. Programmatic job advertising has been around now for a decade, but still, it hasn’t caught on as it has with our Marketing peers who have been using the technology successfully to lure customers for decades. 95% of Talent Acquisition job advertising budget is still mostly spent on traditional types of job posting products: Indeed sponsored jobs, LinkedIn job postings, ZipRecruiter, other job boards, so

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Swiss Saturday: The Lost Kitty

Evil HR Lady

This is Mikey. This is also Mikey. Mikey loves plants and adventure. Or rather, he thinks he loves adventure, but then he gets freaked out. We have an apartment on what Europeans call the first floor, but Americans call the second. But, in height, it’s really more like the second (European) floor. We have a large balcony and it attaches to the roof of part of the building.

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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

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Ease Your Recruitment Process with Strategic Recruitment

Berkshire Associates

Recruiting processes are often developed in silos and only implemented sporadically by hiring managers, making it easy for the process to break down. Without a well-defined process, you risk using hiring practices as varied as your individual hiring managers, which wreaks havoc on your employer brand. Here’s how to develop and implement a strategic recruitment process at your organization.

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Most Employers Open to Negotiating Salary, Not Benefits

SHRM Resources

The majority of employers are open to negotiating salary for some or all positions once a job offer has been made, but that openness does not extend to bonuses and.

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Is the Mobile Wallet the Next Piece of the Employee Experience Pie?

Immedis

As Josh Bersin observed , “employee experience” was one of the top HR buzzwords of 2020. Already it’s looking like 2021 will see an even greater focus on this area given the seismic shifts in the work landscape as a result of COIVD-19. From professional development opportunities to the expansion of CSR programs, organizations strive to make the workplace more employee-centric.

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Vaccine Verification: What Employers Need to Know About Requiring Vaccines

Accurate Background

With widespread COVID-19 vaccinations underway, there’s finally a glimmer of light at the end of the long pandemic tunnel. But a new concern for employers has arisen: Vaccine Verification. The approval and swift distribution of the vaccine is a critical step in battling a disease that’s taken the lives of thousands of people around the world and brought healthy economies to a near standstill.

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The Ultimate LMS Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need to Know When Purchasing an LMS

Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.

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Tips from TED: Presenting ideas to engage your teams

Degreed

I’ve watched Sir Ken Robinson’s 2006 TED Talk “ Do Schools Kill Creativity? ” at least 20 times, and I still laugh at his jokes. I could recite the stories alongside Sir Ken but I still find myself totally delighted by their clever endings. And every time someone wants to debate about education, I always cite his wisdom. . So what is that? What is that X factor that makes someone else’s words stick to your brain and alter the way you think?

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Tips for Managing Your Small Business Securely

Take It Personel-ly

Security is a vital component of managing a business. You must be able to protect your employees, assets and data in order to do your business well and retain your reputation as a safe company for customers to do business with. Here are some tips for managing your small business securely. 1. Invest in Employee […].

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Performance Management Process: How to Communicate Your Plan to Employees

Quantum Workplace

Performance reviews alone no longer cut it. Managers hate them, employees dread them, and worse— they aren’t even effective. So how do you successfully drive performance? You need an ongoing performance management process—and a solid communication plan. If you want to create a culture of high performance — one that wins in the marketplace — you must first make time to develop the purpose, design, and rollout of your performance management process.