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What Is Human Resources?

Analytics in HR

As a function, HR covers the processes, practices, and strategies to attract, develop, and retain employees who contribute to the company’s overall success. HR is vital in aligning the organization’s business objectives and employees’ needs and aspirations.

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Why Is Human Resources Important? 8 Top Reasons

Analytics in HR

Knowing why HRM matters requires a holistic approach and learning how it affects your organization’s success and growth. Let’s explore how HR supports and nurtures an organization’s most critical asset – its workforce. Managing the organization’s reputation and image with employees, customers, and the public.

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5 Things to Know About The Yelp Employee Who Got Fired Complaining About A Living Wage in San Fran.

The HR Capitalist

A Yelp employee recently got fired for writing a post taking her company and CEO to task for not paying her better so she could live in the Bay Area. She was out of work hours later, she said. In her letter to Stoppelman, which she posted on Medium, she expressed concerns about how the company treated its employees. "So

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HR Glossary of Terms

Zenefits

ATS, employee handbook, HRIS, workers’ comp … there are plenty of acronyms and terms in the HR world to know and stay on top of. Sometimes you need a glossary on hand when you’re stuck trying to remember a definition, or you’re wanting to learn some new terminology. Absenteeism. Accountability. Ban the Box.