Real World Contractor Screening Strategies: Learn from Applied Materials Implementation ExperienceSimilar to your employees, contract workers and your contingent labor pool often have access to your customers and company assets but are they held to the same screening standards? Can you easily and accurately audit your vendors and partners? Just as performing background checks on your employees helps reduce risk to your company, screening contractors and contingent employees is equally important. This webinar explores the benefits of establishing a contractor screening program and ways in which this type of program can be administered effectively and cost-efficiently. Generate ideas for how this type of program would work in your organization when you hear from Applied Materials, Inc. how they successfully screen their extended workforce.
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: Office Romance in the MakingRomance rumors circulating a workplace can be difficult to manage. How do managers approach the situation? Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
Web 2.0 Initiatives Continue to Gain Acceptance at Companies, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsDespite their relative newness, companies are embracing Web 2.0 technologies such as social networking tools, blogs and webcasts for internal communications and as part of their overall technology mix, according to a new survey by Watson Wyatt, a leading global consulting firm.
Make Your Attitude an Asset Think of Your Employees as an InvestmentThrough the prime cost-cutting and downsizing years of the late 80s and early 90s, corporate executives would draw a cynical reaction whenever they mouthed the words, people are our most important asset. Now, when they say it, we are more likely to believe they really mean it. Why? Because if they dont, their very survival is threatened.
How to Make Your Employment Brand Resonate Across BordersFor employers who recruit outside of their country of origin, cultural differences, customs and the significance and logistics of candidate relocation can get in the way of effective recruiting. This webcast will examine how a Canadian employer developed a brand to work in the U.K. and Australia while staying true to its roots.
World’s Premier HR Technology Conference Unveils 2009 Agenda Chicago’s McCormick Place THE Place to Be in September for Latest
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AS RECOVERY BEGINS, PREPARE FOR THE WAVE OF EMPLOYMENT LAWSHistory has shown that new employment laws and regulations typically follow periods of societal change or economic turbulence. Right now we’re experiencing both: between the new presidential administration and the economic recession, we can count on a flood of employment laws on the horizon.
CEO Financial Fortunes Drop Sharply, Watson Wyatt Proxy Analysis FindsEconomic Downturn Leads to More Than $13 Billion Decline for 80 CEOs Studied
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: Job Hunters Send Questions on References, Age DiscriminationJoan Lloyd shares her advice with job hunters.
Surviving the Downturn: Considerations Before Trimming Your Workforce Each day, it seems there is more bad news about corporate cutbacks, rising unemployment and an economy which seems to sink deeper and deeper into recession. The unemployment rate for December 2008 was 7.2%.1 Over 500,000 jobs were lost in December, and 1.4 million were lost over the last four months of 2008.2 Consensus is growing that efforts to reverse the economic slide will not work quickly, but instead a turnaround could take a year and probably longer.
Is a Layoff the Right Choice?
If your company is facing revenue shortfalls and/or a decline in business opportunities, cost reduction has probably become a significant goal. You may be considering a layoff of employees to bridge the gap and reduce costs. But is a layoff truly the best course of action? Alternative and possibly more effective techniques exist to cut costs, if management is flexible concerning its business strategy, or at least its personnel strategy. When contemplating a possible layoff, take a careful look at the potential costs and savings.
Introduction to International Background Screening of Job CandidatesEmployers have long recognized that conducting due diligence on new hires is a mission critical task. Firms cannot afford to be sidetracked by employee problems such as workplace violence, theft, false resumes, embezzlement, harassment or trumped-up injury claims. Employers can be the subject of lawsuits for negligent hiring if they hire someone that they should have known, through the exercise of due diligence, was dangerous, unfit or unqualified.
What Works When Working with RecruitersWhat Works When Working with Recruiters
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The Holy Grail: HR & Learning Executives Driving Sustainable Growth in the FutureThe “Holy Grail” of business is profitable growth. More specifically businesses are striving for sustainable, profitable growth. Our experiences have taught us there are three primary drivers that have the greatest impact on sustainable growth: 1) Customers,2) Culture and 3) Leadership. This model puts HR in a key position, as strategist, business partner and thought leader.
Are Your Hiring Practices Identifying Service Stars? Two Best Practice Case Studies for Evaluating Service Talent.
Competitors may try to duplicate your offerings…but they can’t duplicate your people. What can ultimately set you apart is the quality of your people and their interactions with your customers. In an environment where customer loyalty is critical to business survival, the emphasis that your organization places on hiring the right service-focused people is as critical as it has ever been. However, identifying the right candidates who possess the “service gene” can be a challenge – especially when the quantity (and not necessarily quality) of your applicant pool is rapidly growing. In this presentation we will highlight two case studies from the hospitality industry, and discuss how they have been able to identify the hospitality/service gene in potential applicants. We will use these case studies as a foundation to discuss best practices of selection processes for selecting hourly level as well as management level employees. We will discuss how to use your hiring practices as a competitive advantage by using a comprehensive hiring process and targeted assessments to help hiring managers determine which candidates have the natural talent and learned skills to provide excellence in service and hospitality.
Warning! Values May Be Detrimental to Your Organization’s HealthWhat percent of your employees can identify your organization’s values? How many of those individuals can tell you what each value “looks like” in terms of their own performance? Unless you are able to answer nearly 100%, you may want to consider taking these steps to improve the health of your organization!
The ROI of Selection: Identifying Key Performance Factors that Drive Bottom Line ResultsThe ability to accurately predict future job performance has long been the “Holy Grail” in hiring. While traditional recruitment efforts have focused on work history and previously acquired skills, advances in selection science have identified personality factors that influence future job performance. This webinar will examine how pre-employment assessments can be designed to be job relevant and discuss the best practices that human resource managers can adopt to align selection tools with key performance metrics that matter most within their organization.
Hourly Recruiting Best PracticesIn this webcast, the experts from SnagAJob.com focus on a subject near and dear to us – hourly hiring. We will focus on some of the methods we have seen, both traditional and non-traditional, to attract and retain top talent. Some of the things that we’ll cover include an overview of the hourly job workforce, keys to effective job descriptions and building your pipeline. We’ll show you how right now is the perfect time to upgrade your staff and build a stronger team.
The speakers will help audience members who are new to hourly recruiting gain a fundamental understanding of best practices and suggest improvements for those with an existing strategy.
Assessing Sales Capability in a Competitive EconomyIncreasing sales and building revenue in a competitive economy is one of the most difficult challenges currently facing organizations. A competitive market can bring out the true colors of your sales staff. Those employees who have the appropriate skills find ways to be successful no matter what the economic climate. This poses a unique challenge to HR practitioners who are seeking to determine exactly what makes certain sales people successful while others are struggling.
HROA Fetes Award Winners at Recent Gala; Winners Lauded for Taking Action in Challenging Times Buyers and Sellers Convene at Premier New York City Venue during HRO World Event
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: The Dynamics of Managing Non-profit Board MembersManaging any group of people has its challenges, but managing volunteers can be a little like herding fish. Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
Aflac Tops the Global Insurance Industry for Reputation Reputation Institute Says Aflac Among Top 50 Reputable Companies Around the World
Adjusting to the Brave New World of 403(b) for plan sponsorsA Webcast – Presented By: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Cammack LaRhette Consulting
Arbita Attends, Presents, Sponsors and Exhibits at 2009 IHRIM HRMStrategies and Technology Expositio Leading Recruitment Marketing Technology, Media and Services Firm Lends Support to Treasured Professional Association
Visa-Related Considerations for HR Managers Handling LayoffsAs the economy continues its unpredictable decline, many
businesses are seeing more and more layoffs. The aftershocks of a decimated workforce undoubtedly have an affect on the team that's left behind to pick up the pieces, often charged with doing more, with a lot less. While it's difficult for any type of business to deal with, technology companies
are being hit especially hard, due to the fact that many of
their employees are foreign national visa holders. Finding a way to navigate these issues -- losing specialized employees that are hard to bring back temporarily or permanently when the tide finally turns -- is posing many problems for human resource managers. However, there are some solutions that these high-profile companies should take into consideration.
Maryanne Kline, associate at Sullivan & Worcester Immigration Department, has outlined these suggestion in the article below, providing positive insight for businesses interested in making changes in their workforces, but whose leaders are unsure of the necessary steps for a smooth transition.
Employee ConfidenceEmployee Confidence is an action-focused, performance oriented construct that can be used to forecast and enhance the success of the organization by measuring key components of the workplace environment and the individual employee within that environment. This webcast will provide the latest information on the levels of Employee Confidence across USA, UK, China, Russia, India, Brazil, France, Spain, Italy, Japan, Canada, and Germany, the 12 largest economies in the world.
Performance Management Practices that Boost Employee EngagementThere’s a wide body of research that shows that companies whose workers are fully engaged have better corporate performance. It’s unmistakable. In these organizations the team delivers great work, innovation, and they understand that their efforts are linked to the goals of the organization, and linked to how they will be rewarded. This webcast will discuss the significant impact that effective employee performance management can have on increasing employee engagement, and driving higher performance.
You’ll hear from Steve Roesler a leading expert in the field of leadership and engagement. Steve will discuss how managers are the mediators of employee engagement because employees see managers as their personal source for direction, feedback, and development, and are expected to have--and share--accurate data that can enhance daily performance.
HR Leader Kathy Anthony, of O’Sullivan Creel, will also share her experience of how she transformed her organization to one where performance management is ingrained in their culture, and where employee satisfaction and engagement has vastly increased.
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: HR Role: Strategic Versus Employee Advocate?Can HR professionals be both strategic business partners as well as employee advocates? Joan Lloyd tackles the question.
A Tale of Two BusesRobert Lis Joins Buck Consultants as DirectorRobert Lis has joined Buck Consultants as a Director of New Business Development in the Berwyn, PA office.
Astra HR Launches HRVantage -- A Proprietary Assessment Tool Helping Businesses Improve ComplianceAstra HR, a leading provider of innovative outsourced human resource management solutions, today announced the launch of its proprietary HR assessment tool. HRVantage. This is a free assessment tool that Astra HR created to help business owners and HR professional's evaluate internal policies to ensure they are compliant with government employment regulations.
THE BIG FIVE: An Introduction to the Five-Factor Model of Personality for HR ProfessionalsThe Five-Factor Model of Personality is the most current, valid, reliable means of assessing personality available. Psychologists use it as the primary means of understanding and interpreting personality. Download this pdf for more details.
Making Compliance Training Matter: Mandatory Harassment Training in California, Connecticut, & MaineMost employers have become familiar with the mandatory harassment training mandates that require training for managers in California, Connecticut, and Maine. Unfortunately, those in the business world often refer to such mandatory training as “check the box” training, relegating it to that which must be done but which will probably be ineffective at preventing and correcting sexually harassing behavior. Employers who want the sexual harassment training to be effective must look beyond fulfilling a requirement – simply checking a box – and insist on training that makes a difference in their workplace culture.
Building a WOW! Recognition CultureToday’s businesses place increasing demands on their employees in order to meet the challenges of today’s economy. Give employees what they need to engage and excel. Learn how to positively impact morale and your bottom line by developing a WOW! Recognition Culture in your business. This webinar provides practical tips and budget-conscious strategies.
Surprising New Global Leadership Research FindingsWhen US Airways flight 1549 Captain Chesley Sullenberger pulled off the ‘Miracle on the Hudson' safe landing in the Hudson River, the world called him a hero. At Senn Delaney, we call him a high thriver.
This amazing story of calm under fire and creatively overcoming incredible challenges offers a compelling lesson about why state of mind matters in times of great challenge.
It illustrates what we recently learned in our new Thriving Global Leadership Study™ of thousands of leaders across 60 industries and 50 countries.
The findings reveal a dramatic difference between those who are facing these times of crisis with what is defined as a high-thriving state of mind and those with a lower-thriving state of mind. The survey data shows that high-thriving leaders have the exact characteristics needed for success in the times we are in.
Directors Believe Exec Pay Programs Need to Change, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsA majority of directors who serve on corporate boards believe that the executive pay programs of U.S. companies need to change as a result of the financial crisis, according to a new survey by Watson Wyatt, a leading global consulting firm.
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: Beware of Negative Job ReferencesYou've had several bites and interviews you felt went well, but you still haven't landed a job. How is that possible? Joan Lloyd shares some answers.
Assessing Credibility in Workplace InvestigationsHuman resource professionals are often confronted with situations in which they must determine whether what someone is saying is credible. When interviewing candidates, selecting vendors, handling employee relations, and most frequently, in conducting investigations, HR professionals must cut through the clutter and noise, hone in on the crux of the matter, assess the information in terms of what is most likely true, and make decisions accordingly. While is it true that the more experience one has doing this, the better he or she is at making accurate assessments, there is guidance that can help the less experienced make better assessments of credibility.
Creative Cost Control in Contentious Times: Implementing an ADR ProgramWith a little creative problem solving and program development, you can avoid some of the time and costs associated with the increase in employment-related claims that some companies are experiencing and others anticipate. This article discusses alternative dispute resolutions (ADR) and the questions you should ask, and answer, as you craft a program for your organization.
First, you will need some additional background that will be helpful when you go to sell your ADR proposal to your management team. Discrimination claims filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) last year rose to the highest in the agency’s 44-year history, after a Supreme Court ruling that changed the way complaints may be filed.1 A record 95,402 claims were filed during the year ended Sept. 30, 2008, a 15 percent increase over the 2007 filings. More than 25 percent of claims filed contained an allegation of age discrimination while more than 34 percent of the filings included complaints of retaliation, according to the agency.2 The costs an employer will incur to resolve an EEOC charge can easily exceed $100,000. Any alternative that might reduce the number of claims proceeding to an EEOC charge or legal claim is well worth exploring.
Caution! – Using Search Engines, MySpace or Facebook for Hiring Decisions…Employers and recruiters have uncovered what appears to be a treasure trove of applicant information on the internet. By searching the internet and social networking sites such as Facebook or MySpace, recruiters feel they are effectively able “to look under the hood” and try “to get into an applicant’s head.” … This article, however, examines why such an apparently easy to use and readily available tool has its dangers and drawbacks.
Unemployed Recruiters Place Themselves as CEOHR.com publishes Savings and Value Survival Guide offering discounts of over $300,000 in productsHR.com has just released its premier Savings and Value Survival Guide, containing over 300 coupons offering significant discounts or free products and services that will assist HR professionals in their day-to-day activities, as well as save money on products and services that they may already use or need to run their business.
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Change Management in Difficult TimesA couple of senior leaders recently confided in me that they had no idea what they are doing in these difficult times. They are in uncharted territory. No-one has been here before. They are making it up as they go along. And they are terrified.
In this article I suggest that more heads are better than one, so involve your staff. They know more about what is happening than you, and they have a lot of the answers.
Are You Ready?Are You Ready? TalentDrive today released an innovative look at the recruitment market in 2009 in the form of a dynamic video titled "Are You Ready?". This video looks back to the beginning of online recruiting, as well as all the challenges recruiters face now and in the future, showing the comparison to today's mainstream acceptance of resume posting, candidate sourcing and overall online usage. The video pulls surprising statistics, creating an informative yet exciting experience. Check out the video on YouTube here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpUBN0ZW8Mo)! You won't believe it!
Emotional Intelligence: What’s New, What’s TrueImproving EQ Through Behavioral Style
Intellect and functional skills are important, but research shows that emotional intelligence is the most important factor in effective leadership. There is a proven link between emotional intelligence and measurable business results. This webinar looks at the latest research on the subject of emotional intelligence including:
Solutions you can’t delay: Proactive shields against overtime suits & the Employee Free Choice Act Possibly the two greatest concerns for employers at this time --overtime class actions and The Employee Free Choice Act ("EFCA") -- have one thing in common: Employers who are unprepared for these challenges will face significant and costly legal issues. An employer who has proactively audited his wage/hour practices and who is sued for overtime violations is often at the mercy of plaintiffs' lawyers. Similarly, upon passage of the EFCA, unsuspecting employers, who have not taken effective preventative measures, will have few successful options at their disposal. Fortunately, there are creative and effective strategies which can minimize and/or prevent wage hour class actions (with little to no change in operations), even for employers with a substantial history of non-compliance. Similarly, employers that institute prevention strategies before being faced with an organizing campaign under the EFCA are in a position to implement policies and strategies that render their workforce much less vulnerable to union advances. This webcast will provide employers the tools they need to institute preventative measures that can literally save millions of dollars.
7 Human Resource Strategies to Help Your Business Survive the RecessionWhat kind of changes do you need to implement during a recession that will ensure your company succeeds? Cindy Risling explains.
Corporate Responsibility and TeleworkResearch demonstrates, and good sense dictates, that organizations benefit from a focus on corporate social and environmental responsibility or sustainability. One obvious mechanism to reduce an organization’s environmental footprint is by instituting telework options. Competition is fierce in this current economic climate and CR and telework can both enhance competitive advantage.
Laying off foreign workers? What employers & employees need to know about related immigration issuesLaying off foreign employees can be confusing for everyone concerned. Get guidance on how to handle the situation and immigration related issues in this free webinar! All attendees will receive the complimentary two-part guide: 1) What Employers Need to Know about Immigration Issues Related to Layoffs of Foreign Employees, and 2) Answers to FAQs from Foreign Employees Affected by Layoffs.
SHRM Launches Inaugural Blog for Its 2009 Annual ConferenceSocial media component added to help HR professionals stay connected and informed
HR Strategy: Business Focused Individually CentredElsevier is pleased to announce the publication of Paul Kearn's HR Strategy: Business Focused Individually Centred. This book addresses the two key themes of translating business strategy into a workable, measurable HR strategy while simultaneously tapping into the needs and motivations of individual employees in order to unleash their maximum value.
Strapped Companies Looking to Get More From HR Technology Companies Continue to Explore Web 2.0, Social Networking
HRchitects Matt Lafata Appointed to IHRIM.link Editorial CommitteeHRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, is proud to announce that Vice-President of Sales and Marketing, Matt Lafata, has been appointed to the IHRIM.link Editorial Committee for a two-year term.
Job Interview Coaching: A Home-based Business on the Cutting EdgeMy niche is Interview Coaching which is my way to connect with people all over the United States and beyond. To be able to reach out and help someone – and to be appreciated is what my business is about.
Thousands of Entrepreneurs from All 50 States Compete for Cash to Grow Their BusinessIntuit's Small Business United Grant Competition Offers Chance to Win Up to $30,000
Competency Models for Organizational Change – Three Case StudiesCompetency models are widely used by businesses as the foundation for important human resources functions such as recruitment and hiring, training and development, compensation planning, and performance management. Models are often built with a future state in mind. They describe the collection of knowledge, skills and abilities that subject matter experts project will be necessary to be successful in a job at some point in the near-term future (3-5 years). Through 3 case studies, we will describe how building the competency model for a future state provided the initial impetus and sustained momentum for significant organizational changes such as changing role expectations, facilitating acquisitions, and changing leadership.
Helping Health Care Organizations Navigate the Employee Free Choice ActHow will the Employee Free Choice Act and similar legislation affect health care organizations like yours? This timely and important Webinar offers comprehensive information on the risk assessment resources available for identifying organization vulnerabilities and examines a variety of management, training, and employee communication solutions that help strengthen the position of your organization. Presented by law partners from the national labor law firm Ford & Harrison and the employee communication experts from Bernard Hodes Group, this event will give you a broad understanding of the costs and impact of unionization, the ability to identify if your organization is “at risk,” and most importantly, share with you the tactical and strategic steps you can initiate to best articulate your position.
IBM Cognos Software Free WhitepapersUnderstanding the Business Climate
IBM and Cognos share their whitepapers with HR.com membersEnjoy these free whitepapers courtesy of IBM and Cognos.
Andrea Malagoli has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Compensation practiceAndrea Malagoli has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Compensation practice. He is located in the New York office.
FMLA Expansion: What the new rules mean to youThe final Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rules took effect on January 16, 2009. Are you in compliance with the newer provisions involving military family members? Learn more about these provisions and their underlying regulations by attending this highly informative webcast.
Evidence-Based Leadership: Seven Enduring Truths About Leadership During CrisisIn these uncertain times when the foundations of our global economic system are being challenged, we need to look beyond the pessimistic predictions, the fads, and the simplistic solutions to what's proven and what's real. It's critically important to remind ourselves of what the evidence tells about how leaders get extraordinary things done. In this webinar Jim will discuss seven of the most enduring and sustainable leadership lessons he and Barry Posner have learned from their recent analyses of global data from 950,000 respondents to their
Leadership Practices Inventory—the world's bestselling leadership assessment instrument—and from their work on the 4th edition of
The Leadership Challenge.
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: The Job Search From Both Sides of the DeskJob hunting and careful hiring seem to be front and center as the economy continues to wobble. Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
The Way to Cut Costs in Lean Times by Optimizing ‘Anytime, Anywhere Work’It is a new day. It’s time to rethink, re-tool, revamp. What yesterday seemed like a proven way of trimming costs, getting the best performance and pushing the people equation no longer applies. The trend toward ‘anytime, anywhere work’ is all the rage. Simply an unstoppable force, this new way of working and managing reduces overhead, eliminates distractions that compromise performance, and feeds employee engagement that boosts profitability. But how do you make such a transformation work? How do you manage it? How can HR be the hero instead of the villain in this systemic change?
WANTED Technologies Announces Appointment of Tim Baskerville to Board of DirectorsWANTED Technologies (TSX-V: WAN), the leading source of insight and analysis based on hiring demand, announced today that Mr. Tim Baskerville will be joining its Board of Directors.
Buck Consultants Launches New Green Awareness Consulting ServiceBuck Consultants, an ACS company, has launched a new green awareness consulting service that helps employers significantly impact their employees’ behaviors in the office and at home. As the interest in green practices continues to grow, employers are searching for simple, yet effective, best practices to implement within their organizations.
About Findley Davies, Inc. Findley Davies is a Trusted Advisor in Human Resources consulting for over 40 years. Findley Davies works with companies interested in maximizing the effectiveness of their human resources strategies and programs.
Findley Davies Retirement Program Redesign Case StudyA publishing company produces a daily newspaper that services a tri-state area. The Company offers a highly competitive benefits package to their salaried employees, which included a defined benefit pension plan and a defined contribution 401(k) plan.
Faced with considerable pressure on their retirement plans from the economic environment, legislation changes, and competitive forces, the Company opted to analyze a redesign of their retirement program.
National Study of the Changing Workforce 2008 Data ReleasedThis article reviews the report, “Times Are Changing: Gender and Generation at Work and at Home,” which was released in early April by the Families and Work Institute (FWI).
Power’s Paradoxical PatternPower is a fascinating concept. Babies experience power related to obtaining nourishment and comfort; adults recognize how power affects their jobs, lifestyle and relationships. As adults, many of us strive to attain and maintain power in balance. If we feel powerless across all domains, we feel victimized. If we believe our power is too strong, there is enormous stress to perform flawlessly. Sometimes, giving away power means...
CEO Interview with Steve Lowisz, CEO, Qualigence Join us for these one-on-one interviews with the CEO and top executives from new and innovative and well-established HCM providers. Gather valuable insights as to where the market is going, what's working and what's not.
CEO Interview with Bill Larkin, Principal, Executive AllianceJoin us for these one-on-one interviews with the CEO and top executives from new and innovative and well-established HCM providers. Gather valuable insights as to where the market is going, what's working and what's not.
USACC Promotes Investment in Immigrant Education and CultureThe United States African Chamber of Commerce (USACC) commends the immigrant community in the U.S., recognizing their contributions to the economy, intellectual capital, and social fabric of the nation.
About the Center for Applied Cognitive StudiesThe Center for Applied Cognitive Studies is passionate about optimizing people at work and at school. We provide state-of-the-art personality assessment, reports, and systems applications for businesses, schools, and organizations through a global network of internal and external consultants and international affiliate companies who use the Five-Factor Model of Personality and related brain research in their work. Our signature assessment product is the WorkPlace Big Five Profile. Through the Internet, training programs, annual learning conference, and publishing, the Center for Applied Cognitive Studies provides high quality products, cutting edge information, and support services.
Ceridian Partners with ACI to Provide Tax Credit ServicesCeridian Tax Credit Services can reduce tax liability, improve bottom line financial results
Puget Sound Business Consultants - The Broad Reach Group - Launch Quick Turn-Around StrategyRegion 10 Administrators Of The Small Business Administration Say Business Consulting Services Can Help Companies Survive Recession
Companies See Fewer Sales Force Reductions in 2009, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsOther Cost-Cutting Measures to Ease as Companies Look to Grow Revenue
Recruiters and HR Executives Collaborate to Offer Job Search and Interview TrainingAn elite group of human resources executives, entrepreneurs and recruiters has been created to offer career consultations as well as job search and interview training to help people find jobs during the sluggish economy. A portion of all proceeds derived will be donated to local charities.
About ELIFrom our roots in sexual harassment training and related programming designed to change workplace behavior and minimize legal risk, ELI has continued to evolve since our establishmen in 1986. Today, building on the philosophy of our founder and President Stephen M. Paskoff, Esq., a former EEOC trial attorney and management law firm partner, we provide a variety of programs and services that teach professional workplace conduct, helping our clients translate their values into behaviors, increase employee contribution, build respectful and inclusive cultures, and reduce legal and ethical risk. Since the company’s inception, more than one million people around the globe have participated in ELI training, building practical skills that help bring to life their organization’s commitment to civility, fairness, and professionalism in the workplace.
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR IHRIM’S 2009 CONFERENCE & TECHNOLOGY EXPODiscover real-world solutions, timely ideas and innovative perspectives from human resources (HR) and HR information management’s sharpest minds at the International Association for Human Resources Information Management’s (IHRIM) 2009 Conference and Technology Exposition.
Building the “Next Generation” of Diversity Metrics Organizations have long-since tracked standard measures of workforce diversity, from staffing rates to turnover data. However, many organizations struggle to calculate the business impact of diversity, from creating more powerful employment branding propositions to delivering on customer-centric business models. Challenges include measuring traditional (gender) and non-traditional (learning styles) dimensions, moving from summary scorecards to deep analytics, and communicating the results of diversity measures.
As such, in this webinar, Infohrm’s Nicholas Garbis will outline how leading organizations are overcoming both strategic and operational challenges to the effective measurement of diversity and share examples of innovative metrics that any organization can begin using today.
How Sustainable Business Strategy and Practices Show Value to the Organizations Who Employ ThemThis presentation will focus on data that illustrates how businesses who focus on sustainable business practices realize tangible benefits in terms of attracting talent, building engaged, confident, and loyal employees, and show better organizational performance than those who do not adhere to sustainable business practices.
Driving Employee Engagement Through CoachingEmployee engagement is good for retaining good employees, increasing customer satisfaction, and ultimately increasing profits. In First Break all the Rules: What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently, Marcus Buckingham describes the factors which lead to an effective workplace and concludes that an employee’s manager, not the company, is the critical link to employee engagement.
Global Leaders Need a Different Way of Being SmartIs there such a thing as a “global leader?” If there is, what characteristics do they exhibit? How do we identify them? How do we feed and nourish their development? How can I develop my personal profile as a “global leader”?
Lessons from Cultural Perspectives: FatalismFatalism is not always such a bad trait. Maybe, in these difficult times, we can learn
something from our friends whose cultures are more fatalistic - they can give us a different,
maybe more useful perspective, and a way of maintaining our peace of mind as we deal with
difficult times.
The Power of Social Networking in a RecessionIn recessionary times it is very smart to stay in touch with as many social and professional contacts as possible. Reinforcing the connections with the people you work with and improving your ability to stay in touch with and expand your “network” of contacts, is a great way to join - or use - the digital revolution...
New service, Fed Job Site, Provides Guidance for Applying for Federal JobsFed Job Site offers counseling for translating civilian resumes to federal resumes and the process of applying for federal jobs. The services include a web based seminar, Applying for a Federal Job, on the basics of the application process plus multiple levels of customized individual support depending upon the applicant's needs. See FedJobSite.com for details.
How Does A Tennis Ball Know That You Will Follow Through on Your Swing?The Invisible Power of Positive Intent!
By: Susan Reece, PhD and Andrea Chilcote
When my tennis coach tells me that I didn’t follow through on my swing, I ask myself how the ball “knows.” The trajectory of the ball is influenced by all of the nuances of my stance, approach, contact and follow through because they are all connected in one fluid motion. Similarly, each interaction we engage in is influenced by the nuances of our facial expression, body language and verbal tone as well as the words we choose. Those subtle and powerful conveyors of meaning are a result of the intention with which we approach the interaction, as well as the intention we presume the other person brings to the party.
Findley Davies announces the launch of www.hrjourney.comFindley Davies is proud to announce the launch of www.hrjourney.com, a new web destination for HR professionals interested in navigating the HR Transformation landscape, sharing their journey with others, and learning from our consultants and other HR professionals. HRJourney.com is a supplemental website to Findley Davies’ corporate website, www.findleydavies.com.
CEO Interview with Dylan Schleppe, Co-founder and CEO, Recruit2MobileJoin us for these one-on-one interviews with the CEO and top executives from new and innovative and well-established HCM providers. Gather valuable insights as to where the market is going, what’s working and what’s not.
CEO Interview with Jason Averbook, CEO, Knowledge InfusionJoin us for these one-on-one interviews with the CEO and top executives from new and innovative and well-established HCM providers. Gather valuable insights as to where the market is going, what's working and what's not.
How Does A Tennis Ball Know That You Will Follow Through on Your Swing?The Invisible Power of Positive Intent!
By: Susan Reece, PhD and Andrea Chilcote
When my tennis coach tells me that I didn’t follow through on my swing, I ask myself how the ball “knows.” The trajectory of the ball is influenced by all of the nuances of my stance, approach, contact and follow through because they are all connected in one fluid motion. Similarly, each interaction we engage in is influenced by the nuances of our facial expression, body language and verbal tone as well as the words we choose. Those subtle and powerful conveyors of meaning are a result of the intention with which we approach the interaction, as well as the intention we presume the other person brings to the party.
New Hire Action Plans for Employers & EmployeesTraditionally, an action plan maps out steps that an employee will take to achieve goals that will assist them in their growth and development in a company or industry. I propose to you, that action plans be implemented for all major company tasks, i.e. hiring, marketing, training, product development, and the list goes on.
Recession... What Can Employees Do?A lot of people are feeling out of control in the work place these days. Rumors abound, and most of them are reinforcing our private fears of lay-offs, pay cuts, and subsequent financial ruin. What’s an employee to do?
The Six Biggest Applicant Lies!Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: Job Hunting for The RustyMany job hunters today haven't had to update their resumes in years. Times have changed when it comes to searching for a job. Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
Ergonomics: Safety or Wellness Issue?This is an article I wrote for the wellness newsletter of a health related non-profit.
General Counsel and Law Industry Insiders Chronicle Rapidly Changing Legal Services IndustryNew book outlines how entrepreneurs are unbundling services to respond to corporate cost-reduction mandates; 19 interviews included
Home of HometownQuotes Makes BusinessWeek's List of Cities to Launch Startups BusinessWeek editors name Franklin, TN among top 50 small U.S. cities to start a business
Business Focus for 2009; A LinkedIn.com PollWhere are organizations focusing their efforts in these challenging times? Are we focusing our efforts to enhancing operations or to develop talent? Are we just trying to survive or do we want to succeed?
Best Practices for HR in a Down EconomyFindley Davies is committed to helping our clients and contacts navigate the recession and respond to the overwhelming amount of information being distributed on changes in legislation and effects of the recession on area businesses. In response, Findley Davies has developed Best
Practices for HR in a Down Economy.