Meaningful Learning: Changing How Employees Think about Training
Does it seem impossible to get your workforce excited about new training programs? Poorly organized training feels like a waste of time, especially when the information seems unnecessary. To keep employees engaged and motivated, make sure that you are offering a meaningful learning experience. 92% of U.S. employees say learning something new on the job […]
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Why Upskilling is the Key to Employee Retention
How can companies improve employee retention effectively and without breaking the bank? Besides pay raises, upskilling is one of the top First, let’s examine a few reasons why people quit. Looking at the so-called Great Resignation starting in 2021, the Pew Research Center found that a majority of workers gave one of three reasons for […]
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HR Technology Implementation Tips to Ensure Company-Wide Adoption
So, you’ve invested in new software designed to solve all your biggest HR problems. All done? Not by a long shot! New software still needs to be used (and understood) by the human beings in your workforce. Automation and AI might continue to replace certain types of jobs, but for the foreseeable future, you still […]
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What’s Love Got To Do with HR? Tips for Regulating Office Romances
Office romance is a popular trope for steamy romance novels and TV shows, but it can be a real nightmare for HR. Unfortunately, you can’t afford to ignore the problem, either. A recent SHRM survey found that office romance has become more common since the pandemic. If you don’t already have a policy on office […]
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HR Compliance: What is HR’s Role in Ensuring Compliance
HR compliance is critical for both small and large businesses. HR must help their companies stay up-to-date on all local and federal laws and regulations, as well as industry standards and best business practices. By creating and following internal guidelines centered around compliance, HR can ensure the organization is safe from audits, fines, lawsuits, and […]
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Tips for Managing the Employee Lifecycle Across Multiple Locations
Employee lifecycles need to be managed appropriately—from recruiting to offboarding. Unfortunately, like many things, people management becomes more challenging when employees are distributed across more than one location. Read more: Common HR Compliance Concerns for Multi-Location Businesses Whether your workforce includes several factories or satellite offices, you need consistent but flexible policies to achieve the […]
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Don’t Skip These Hiring Steps: Background Checks & References
Many employers are unsure how to handle applicant references and background checks—or whether they are worth the hassle. Too many business owners believe that these steps in the hiring process are too expensive or time-consuming. Unfortunately, honesty and forwardness are not guaranteed with job applicants and resumes. Background checks offer one big way to improve […]
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Making a PACT: The Four Keys to Successful Onboarding
How would you like to improve company culture while also helping new hires succeed? Onboarding is a huge opportunity. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked. Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting the right candidate are all important, but what do you do after all of that? First, there’s some paperwork for taxes and benefits. Later, an out-of-date orientation […]
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HR Technology: Why NOW is the Right Time to Switch to Netchex
The HR calendar is full year-round, especially in the latter half of the year. From open enrollment to taxes, there is so much to plan, analyze, and report. HR professionals barely have time to breathe, much less get anything else done. Thankfully, HR technology is designed to make the administrative side of HR easier, smarter, and more efficient year-round, not just at year-end (but we are here […]
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A Guide to Essential Features for Employee Scheduling Software
Creating schedules manually (even online or in a spreadsheet) is a time-consuming process with many of the same limitations as using a paper and pencil. Specialized scheduling software makes the job easier and comes equipped with a wide range of features and benefits. These options are easy to use and are designed to save you time and effort. […]
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How to Keep Employees Engaged Using Scheduling Software
The benefits of scheduling software go way beyond what’s possible with pencil and paper alternatives. In addition to being easier to use, scheduling software can help keep your workforce engaged and motivated. Empower employees by giving them tools and opportunities to influence their own schedules, swap shifts, and check their accumulated hours. You might be […]
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Using a Learning Management System to Cross-Train Employees
Athletes who cross-train become stronger and faster by using their muscles in different ways. Employees can get similar results in the workplace through cross-training. This allows employees to expand their knowledge and abilities while making your company stronger. Instead of training in only the skills an employee uses daily, cross-training encourages staff to: Learn about tasks that are […]
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