Companies to Curb Executive Bonuses, Stock AwardsMarket downturn will dramatically impact executive pay decisions across industries, according to new Pearl Meyer & Partners survey
WorldAPP Software Certified for the Disabled Why should you care if your surveys are accessible?
ClickSafety Launches OSHA 10-Hour Road Construction Online Safety CourseClickSafety has developed a new online safety program for its training portfolio - the OSHA 10-Hour Road Construction Safety course. The course is available at ClickSafety portal www.OSHA10.com.
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS NAMES BOB LUCIDO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF CONSULTING SERVICES GROUPDavid Harwell Joins Buck Consultants as PrincipalDavid Harwell has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal and the Human Capital Management Practice Leader in the firm's Atlanta office.
Zappos.com Selects Jobvite to Cost Effectively Power Talent Acquisition Leading e-retailer chooses social recruitment technology innovator
Soliant Health to Exhibit at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Conference Soliant Health, the healthcare staffing unit of MPS Group, Inc. (NYSE:MPS), today announced that it will participate at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Conference (ASHA) in Chicago, Illinois, November 20-22.
Actonomy to hand over the Award of Best Generalist Job Board to Totaljobs.com Totaljobs.com and CWJobs.co.uk were announced as winners at the National Online Recruitment Awards (NORA), held at the Orchid Bar in London’s West End.
Great Business Teams: Cracking the Code for Standout Performance - 600 Word ReviewGreat Business Teams demonstrates how a powerful horizontal business model can change the way teams function and reveals how and why organizations that have implemented this structure are able to ride the currents during tough times and rise to the top in the best of times. Find out more. Read this review.
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LivHOME Hires Bernadette Bosco as Executive Director for MassachusettsLivHOME, Inc., the nation's largest provider of professionally led at-home care for seniors, has hired Bernadette Bosco as Boston-based Executive Director for Massachusetts.
Motivational Speaker Les Brown Launches YouTube ChannelLes Brown uses new media to share motivational message
Halogen Software Achieves 24 Quarters of Year-over-Year GrowthCustomer responsiveness, flexibility and industry specific solutions drive record setting 3rd quarter
SurePayroll Insights Survey: Despite Economy, Small Businesses Want to Party SurePayroll Insights Survey: Despite Economy, Small Businesses Want to Party
Most small business owners are confident they can afford to treat their offices to end-of-year celebrations
Perth Leadership Institute Issues White Paper on Corporate Governance Reforms’ Adverse Impact White Paper Concludes Sarbox Actually Increased Systemic Financial Risk and Reduced Good Business Judgment
New Sales Team and Structure Announced at HealthSmartThe HealthSmart Company is pleased to announce a new sales and account management organization, as part of their strategy to maximize organic growth. Alex Arnet, Chief Sales Officer says, “Our belief is that a team approach of combining new sales with account management will help us exceed our sales and retention goals.” In addition, HealthSmart has recently invested in hiring top sales talent around the country to support the new company brand and products.
Employee Recognition ROI Calculator Helps HR Professionals Justify Recognition ProgramsCustom Design Marketing Unveils Recognition Calculator that Measures the Value of Keeping Employees Engaged.
WorldatWork Comments on Legislative Proposal Requiring W-2 ReportingWorldatWork Comments on Legislative Proposal Requiring W-2 Reporting of Employer-Provided Health-Care Costs
Research Suggests an Alternative Vehicle -- Total Rewards Statements –- Are More Effective
Morehead Webinar Presents Company's Approach to Driving Physician RetentionMorehead shares research, best practices and proven model for driving physician retention.
Arbita Presents Sourcing and Recruiting Best Practices at Kennedy Information's Recruiting 2008Don Ramer, Shally Steckerl and Glenn Gutmacher to lead multiple sessions
Arbita Enhances Recruitment Marketing Capability with Hire of Search Marketing Expert Nicole Bodem Empowers Arbita Customers with Best-Practice SEO, SEM and Career Web Site Tools and Techniques
HR.com Announces Exciting New Contest Launch "Healthiest Workplace Challenge" HR.com launches reality-TV-like contest, "The Healthiest Workplace Challenge" at their Employers of Excellence National Conference in January 2009 to help companies decrease healthcare costs, improve productivity, and have fun!
Call For Nominations: Opportunity Knocks 2nd Annual Best Nonprofits To Work For AwardsOpportunity Knocks announces that it is accepting nominations for the 2nd Annual Peoples Choice Best Nonprofit to Work for Awards. Winners will be selected by Opportunity Knocks from nominations held November 11 through December 31, 2008 based on employee submissions of a brief essay on why they consider their organization a great place to work.
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Careers Seeker and Agency Seeker Bring More To Recruiters And CandidatesCareers Seeker and Agency Seeker have partnered with industry specific market leaders to promote the fact that the Seeker brand is now respected in the market place. Moving from strength to strength every day, bringing recruiters and candidates the best possible service.
HRmarketer.com Offers a “Marketing Bailout” Plan for Cash-Conscious HR Vendors“Reverse lay-away” program helps HR suppliers continue critical marketing activities during challenging economy
MobileVillage Names CyberShift’s Necho Expense Mobile Edition Best Enterprise SoftwareCyberShift Wins Gold Mobile Star Award for Second Consecutive Year
FIVE NEW FIRMS ACCEPTED TO MEMBERSHIP IN THE AESCThe Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) is pleased to announce the acceptance of five retained executive search firms into membership. Following extensive reference checks, a site visit, and vote by the AESC regional Councils, the following firms were approved to join the elite AESC community of top-tier search firms.
Compdata Surveys Introduces Hospitality SurveyIn 2009, Compdata Surveys is offering a new survey designed for companies in the hospitality industry. Now, organizations across the country can access industry-specific data from Compdata Surveys.
Wage & Hour Master Class: The Advanced Interactive Workshop for Texas Employers To help Texas employers get a handle on payroll policy mistakes, attorneys with Dallas’ Ford & Harrison will conduct a full-day seminar entitled Wage & Hour Master Class: The Advanced Interactive Workshop for Texas Employers Tuesday, December 2, at the Hilton Dallas Park Cities.
No Resume Required: My Perfect Gig Launches Next Generation Recruiting Service Resumes are shown the door in favor of breakthrough “search and connect” technology
As Layoffs Climb to 14-Year High, Employers Need to Prepare for Negative Effects On ‘Survivors’Sirota Survey Intelligence shares five strategies for managing after layoffs.
Compdata Surveys Introduces Survey for Banking & Financial OrganizationsIn 2009, Compdata Surveys is offering a new survey designed for banking and financial organizations. Now, organizations across the country can access industry-specific data from Compdata Surveys. The Compensation Data Banking & Finance survey will cover comprehensive pay and benefit information, along with salary data for more than 100 industry-specific job titles.
Enhancing Employee Communications in Uncertain TimesHRDirectionOnline.com– Unique Portal Gives HR Professionals Fast, Simple, Creative, and Inexpensive Employee Communications Solution
Executive Recruiting Remains Steady Across Many U.S. Industries, According to Lucas Group ReportTrends in Professional Hiring Report Cites Continued Executive-Level Job Stability in Industries including Construction/Real Estate, Manufacturing/Engineering, IT and Advertising/Marketing
Industry Expert Offers Unique View for Recruiting Top Talent NAS Recruitment Communications announced today that Matthew Kaiser, Vice President and Talent Strategist, will offer a thought-provoking seminar on understanding the recruitment process from the candidate's point of view at Kennedy Information's Recruiting 2008 Conference and Expo in the Florida Hotel and Conference Center in Orlando, Florida.
The BrandonWayne Group Announces Partnership with the National Association of Call CentersThe BrandonWayne Group (www.CallCenterWorkforce.com), a leading provider of call center recruiting and staffing programs and services, announced today that the National Association of Call Centers (www.NationalCallCenters.org), a not-for-profit membership organization based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, that is dedicated to being the leading voice in the call center industry, have agreed to an exclusive partnership that will allow the BrandonWayne Group's call center job board www.CallCenterClassifieds.com to become the provider for job postings and opportunities for NACC members.
Secret to Creating a Life-friendly Organization to be Unveiled at 2008 CDN Total Rewards ConferenceInternational career management expert and best-selling author Barbara Moses, Ph.D., is scheduled to kick off the 2008 Canadian Total Rewards Conference, Nov. 17-19 in Toronto, ON
HRmarketer.com Offers a Marketing Bailout Plan for Cash-Conscious HR VendorsReverse lay-away program helps HR suppliers continue critical marketing activities during challenging economy
HRchitect to Introduce the “HRchitect HR Technology Happy Hour WebMingle™”HRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, has announced a new HR Technology-based weekly “Happy Hour WebMingle™” that will begin airing in December 2008.
ERC Dataplus Expands its Executive Team to Offer a Broader Degree Of Support to ResellersERC Dataplus, Inc. has expanded its executive team in order to provide a broader level of support for resellers and customers. The new team members come to ERC Dataplus with a variety of experience and expertise to address a broad range challenges.
Treadmill Desks Battle "Love Handles" & Lower Risk of Death A study recently released and published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that the extra fat around the waist dramatically increased the risk of premature death in individuals. Even individuals with normal BMI Indexes were at higher risks if their hip/waist ratio indicated the presence of excess abdominal fat.
Globoforce Showcases Global Strategic Employee Recognition Success StoryGloboforce and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Will Present the Educational Workshop 'Turn Moments into Memories with Strategic Employee Recognition'
U.S. Employee Engagement Deteriorates as Financial Crisis WorsensModern Survey national study indicates employee engagement levels are on the decline as economic woes hit home and at the office.
Timesheet Software Leader, Replicon Inc., Announces Launch of Web TimeSheet 8.5Replicon, the world leader in web-based time tracking and expense management software, announced today the release of Web TimeSheet 8.5.
New Mexico Attorneys to Explain How to Avoid Payroll Administration ProblemsOvertime, off-the-clock work, tips, bonuses, rest breaks and other aspects of wage & hour law addressed in one day Albuquerque workshop
Upcoming Workscape Webcast to Address Benefits Administration in Manufacturing OrganizationsMarc Moschetto, director of Outsourced Benefits Administration (OBA) product marketing, for Workscape, Inc., a leading provider of outsourced benefits administration and talent management solutions
Halogen Software Achieves 24 Quarters of Year-over-Year GrowthCustomer responsiveness, flexibility and industry specific solutions drive
record setting third quarter
Fireman's Fund First to Launch eQuest in the United States through Allianz Worldwide Rollout Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, a company of Allianz, one of the largest insurance and financial services companies in the world, has confirmed eQuest's job posting delivery service has been placed into production through its SAP E-Recruitment application.
GeoLearning Introduces Innovative LMS Configurability for Extended Enterprise TrainingGeoLearning, Inc., the leading provider of on-demand learning and performance management technology platforms, has introduced innovative functionality in the latest release of its GeoMaestro 5 Series learning management system for organizations that offer Extended Enterprise Training (training to external audiences such as partners, customers and channels).
White Paper Concludes Sarbox Actually Increased Systemic Financial Risk Perth Leadership Institute Issues White Paper on Corporate Governance Reforms Adverse Impact on Credit Crisis
This Holiday Season Give Up Your Gifts for AfricaCalgary Girl Hopes to Inspire Canadians to Give Up Their Gifts
Cut Company Holiday Events Cost Without Cutting the Fun or Marketing BenefitsTips to save money and do more at company holiday events from Groove Heads Entertainment, LLC and the Venue of Scottsdale.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and SNAPforSeniors Introduce Nationwide SR Housing Resource The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and SNAPforSeniors® today announced the launch of the NAELA Senior Housing Locator, an online navigational tool with listings for licensed senior housing communities in the country available at NAELA.org
So What is Organizational Strategy Anyway?In the second of a trilogy of Executive Insight Thought Leaders, management consulting firm Charlesmore Partners International publishes a new opinion paper describing organizational strategy - an increasingly important but still emerging business discipline. The initial paper in the series, Why Organizational Strategy Matters, was published in July, 2008.
Breakthrough Management Group International Hosts eLearning Open House November 18thBreakthrough Management Group International offers complimentary access to 12 unique eLearning courses in Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management and Innovation.
Accurate Background Recognized for Third Year in a Row on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500Attributes Workforce Empowerment to its 318% Revenue Growth
Perforce Software Announces Partnership to Extend Asia/Pacific Presence to South Korea MOU Interactive targets Korean games and financial services markets
Assessments a Key Tool for Succession Planning in Family-Owned Business, Says New ReportSuccession planning is frequently where things fall apart within family-owned business
Getting Your Social Security Disability Benefits Can Be Easier With A Professional On Your SideAllsup outlines most common reasons people choose to get representation when they apply for SSDI, a complex but worthwhile benefit for people with long-term disabilities.
Chubb Appoints Korean-American Agency to Sell Personal Insurance ProductsThe Chubb Group of Insurance Companies has granted a personal insurance agency appointment to Solomon Agency Corp. to help serve the Korean-American community in the New York metropolitan region.
Employers Want National Approach to Health Care—Still Believe Employer-Based System Works BestWhile the majority of employers believe the best way to fix the broken health care system is a complete overhaul, they are confident that the U.S. should not move away from an employment based insurance system.
200 Teaching Scholarships Up For Grabs in Florida and MississippiABCTE's Teach & Inspire Scholarship Program Recruits Career Changers to Teach in High-Need Subjects and Districts; Deadline is November 22, 2008
Stress of Weak Economy May Increase Workplace ViolenceAmerican workers are overly stressed due to the current economic crisis and this stress could lead to incidents of workplace violence according to Preparis, Inc. Employers are looking to be proactive with their preparation efforts.
Post-Duty Jobs Hard to FindNearly one-in-five U.S. Veterans say it took them six months or more to find a job after leaving Active Duty. CareerBuilder shares more.
How To Get Poor Quick: Successful Entrepreneur Shares 10 Myths that Can Cause Your Business to FailIn these difficult times of economic struggles, small business owners are fighting to survive. In desperate attempts to make ends meet, business owners will easily make fatal mistakes. The so-called "get rich quick scheme" has become a "get poor quick" disaster. This book is recognized by industry leaders, such as business brokers, human resource specialists, and entrepreneurs, as a must-read book!
Timeless Leadership Principles in a Changing WorldWhat really is leadership? Is there a definition that transcends time? Jim Clemmer investigates.
Top Leadership Author Advising on 'Sanity and Opportunities in Tough Times'With the global economic environment in a high state of turbulence and uncertainty corporations, individuals and governments are looking for a clear path to success and sanity. With all of this negative news there are actually positive signals and significant opportunities available in the marketplace and according to author Shane Gibson "most of these opportunities are disguised as bad news."
Corrections Corporation of America Named a "Top 50 Military-Friendly Employer" by G.I. Jobs MagazineRecognition marks CCA's second appearance on list of top companies for career-minded veterans
Outsourcing: The Future Landscape a Competitive AmericaOutsourcing has long been used to stabilize output costs for big business. There are benefits for outsourcing, Sorabh Jerath explains more.
The Impact of Increased Enforcement Surrounding Labor Certification Processes The Department of Labor recently increased enforcement in filing for Labor certification. Robert Meltzer shares details.
Employers Share Most Unusual Tactics Used by Job SeekersA resume, a poem, advertising on a billboard, employees are pulling out all of the unique stops to land a job. CareerBuilder shares more from their study.
Crisis or Opportunity? – Lead Like Barack ObamaDo you lead like Barack Obama? Do you have leaders who are like Barack Obama? What is your course of action? Bryn Meredith investigates.
Some Managers Doubt Impact of Coaching on BusinessBlessingWhite recently conducted a study that found that North American managers are less likely to believe coaching improves the bottom line.
The Changing Face of Human Rights ComplaintsThe new Human Rights regime will impact both employers and unions dealing with the system in Ontario, Canada. April Brousseau from WeirFoulds LLP shares more.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Gaffs, Goofs and Other Bone-Headed Career MovesEven those who tread carefully through life step in it from time to time. Joan Lloyd shares how to keep your foot out of the pile in the workplace.
Is Your Business Ready For a Wage and Hour Audit?Misclassifying workers can be an expensive mistake. Compensation Solutions explains more.
Health and Wellness: A Total Commitment for Nestle and its EmployeesMany people think of chocolate when they think of Nestle, but in fact, Nestle is the world's leading nutrition, health and wellness company with a broad portfolio of brands.
New Mexico Attorneys to Explain How to Avoid Payroll Administration ProblemsOvertime, off-the-clock work, tips, bonuses, rest breaks and other aspects of wage & hour law addressed in one day Albuquerque workshop
Webinar - How Learning Leaders Drive Meaningful Measurable ResultsPlease join us in this upcoming webinar on Nov. 18 and Dec. 5. We can also set up a webinar similar to this exclusively for your members and targeted to their particular interests.
Upcoming Workscape Webcast to Address Benefits Administration in Manufacturing OrganizationsMarc Moschetto, director of Outsourced Benefits Administration (OBA) product marketing, for Workscape, Inc., a leading provider of outsourced benefits administration and talent management solutions
Eaton Chooses Acxiom® for Pre-Employment and Drug Screening ServicesNovember 13, 2008 – Eaton Corporation, a global diversified power management company, has selected Acxiom® Corporation (NASDAQ: ACXM) as the gold standard in background screening services to help Eaton make informed hiring choices and comply with laws and regulations.
Globoforce Sponsors and Presents at WorldatWork Conference in TorontoGloboforce Showcases Global Strategic Employee Recognition Success Story at 2008 Canadian Total Rewards Conference
Globoforce and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Will Present the Educational Workshop ‘Turn Moments into Memories with Strategic Employee Recognition’
Employee Recognition ROI CalculatorCustom Design Marketing unveils Employee Recognition ROI Calculator!
HRchitect to Introduce the ÂHRchitect HR Technology Happy Hour WebMingleHRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, has announced a new HR Technology-based weekly “Happy Hour WebMingle™” that will begin airing in December 2008.
CyberShift’s Accelerate 2008 Client Conference Reinforces the Value of Workforce ManagementWorkforce Scheduling and Expense/Travel Management Top Customers’ Charts
Prescription Solutions Launches New Brand and Online PresenceBrand attributes focus on delivering more benefits at maximum value
Market Turmoil Causes Pension Pain for Employers and Workers Watson Wyatt Urges Congressional Action
Others May Not Be Hiring But Job Board CollegeRecruiter.com Sure IsLeading job board, CollegeRecruiter.com, hires two new sales people despite massive layoffs seen in virtually every sector of the economy.
Turnover Rates Up for 2008Due to mounting economic pressures and an evolving workforce, voluntary and total turnover rates have been slowly increasing over the last four years according to the 2008 Compensation Data results.
Management Development DVD Released On How to Recruit, Manage and Retain Gen Y-Millennial EmployeesLisa Orrell, a leading Millennial-Gen Y and Generation Relations Expert, and author of "Millennials Incorporated", is now offering her in-demand "Get A Grip on Gen Y" seminar on DVD for only $295. All orders also include a free copy of her popular book.
HR Services Inc. Releases Next Generation of myStaffingPro Applicant Tracking SystemSystem has new look and enhanced requisition functionality.
The Boston Globe Names Gentle Giant Moving Company to Globe 100's Top Places to Work '08 Gentle Giant ranked 15th in Top 40 Small Workplaces category
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: What is Executive Presence?What's your definition of Executive Presence? Joan Lloyd shares her views.
NAS SVP to Share Employment Branding Insights at SHRM NAS Recruitment Communications, the industry leader in human resource talent acquisition solutions, announced today that Ryan Estis, Senior Vice President and Chief Talent Strategist, will present a leadership workshop at the November 20-22, 2008 Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM) conference in Arlington, VA
Maui Deep Dive Conference Allows Executives to Combine Business and VacationLimited attendance event in winter 2009 offers an innovative way to get to Maui
Enaxis Consulting Named One of Houston's Fastest Growing Technology Companies This past Friday, the Houston Business Journal unveiled the rankings of the top 50 fastest growing technology companies in Houston. Enaxis Consulting was awarded the 21st position for achieving revenue growth of nearly 80% in 2007, a strong follow-up to their 2006 growth of 175%. Enaxis is a premier provider of management consulting, outsourcing advisory, and technology advisory services in the Houston area and counts many Fortune 100 and 500 companies among their clients.
Next X Prize: A $10 Billion Renewable Energy 401(k) Corporate Challenge?First Company or Corporate team to Generate $10 billion in Renewable Energy Investment via Retirement Plans Could be the Winner of a Proposed New X Prize. Adding a renewable energy sector fund to 401(k) retirement plans will: 1)generate a significant number of new jobs 2)create a healthy economy, 3)increase clean energy production, 4)lower energy costs and combat climate change. The renewable sector currently employs 116,000 people and generates $19 billion dollars in annual revenues.