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What Is Human Resources?

Analytics in HR

As a department, it is responsible for managing HR activities from recruitment and onboarding, compensation and benefits, learning and development, performance management, and employee relations to separation or retirement. Human Resources is both a function and a department within an organization.

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The Ripple Effect of a Pay Strategy Change

Compensation Today

PayScale was there for The Elevate Summit , BambooHR’s first ever user conference, and we know many of you were too. One particularly special session for us was “The Ripple Effect of a Pay Strategy Change,” in which PayScale CPO Dave Smith presented with Justin Gagnon, CEO of our customer, Choicelunch. It was time for a bold move.

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You're Underpaying. Now What?

Compensation Today

Jenni Marquez, CCP, PayScale Compensation Professional Most organizations don’t intend to pay employees low, but market shifts and legislation changes can often result in underpaid employees. The New Minimum Wage: Many municipalities have already adopted a minimum wage that goes beyond the federal level (currently $7.25/hour).

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Most Important Developments for 9/23

GetFive

He made little headway submitting his CV online. With healthcare costs expected to rise over the next three years, managing health plan costs is a top priority for many U.S. To combat this, 41% of employers said they have made changes to their three-year budget plans and 47% said they are discussing changes. The M.I.D. ,

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How Employee Benefits Can Help Struggling Health Care Workers and Attract New Talent

Payactiv

A recent survey revealed that nearly half of low-wage workers had trouble paying their bills during the pandemic and around a third struggled to pay their rent or mortgage. Nearly 1 in 5 health care workers have quit their jobs during the pandemic, while another 12% have been laid off. The Struggles of Healthcare Workers. Low Salaries.

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PayScale Tools for Today's Comp Pro! Compensation Glossary: Part 1 of 4

Compensation Today

Jenni Marquez, CCP, PayScale Compensation Professional Even the most seasoned HR professional might take a big gulp if approached by their CEO to take charge of anything comp. PayScale has you covered in our new, 4-part Comp Glossary. Today’s Lesson: A Little Comp 101 Consider the comp pros at PayScale to be an extension of your team!

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14 Entry-Level HR Positions To Know (Plus How To Start in HR)

Analytics in HR

The field of HR includes a variety of focus areas, such as recruiting, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits , HR training, employment compliance, diversity, equity and inclusion , HRIS technology, and HR communications. According to the U.S. There are numerous avenues available that can lead to an entry-level HR job.