Despite Down Economy, Workers’ Spirits Still Up,Says Annual Job Happiness IndexRecent study finds that nearly two thirds of employed Americans say they are happy at work. Kelly Lobanov shares more.
Management In Real Life: It’s Not About TimeHow do you control employees' use of time? Or do you? Kevin Herring shares more.
IT Employees are Grumpy the World OverA recent study has found that fewer than one in four information technology department employees are fully engaged in their work. BlessingWhite shares the results.
Non-Compete Agreement Enforced and InterpretedHanft Law shares a recent case involving a non-compete agreement.
EEOC Issues New Compliance Assistance on Religious DiscriminationIn July the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a new Compliance Manual section regarding religious discrimination in the workplace. Littler Mendelson explains the details.
Payroll Deductions That Don't Affect Exempt StatusHow can you make deductions from an employee's salary without losing the exemptions from the Fair Labor Standards Act. M. Lee Smith Publishers shares more.
Beyond Efficiency: Building a Broader Business Case for HR Self-ServiceA briefing paper that analyzes the benefits and challenges of implementing employee/manager self-service.
No Turnaround in the Job Market Anytime SoonPredictions say rising unemployment rates may extend through 2009. The Conference Board shares more.
Courage is at the Core of Leadership What is courage? Jim Clemmer examines some answers.
HRmarketer’s New Community Emerges as One of the HR Industry’s Largest Information ResourcesMore than 1,000 white papers and other content now available to HR professionals in high-tech portal
Lucas Group, reports a hiring trend over the past four months within High-Tech Medical DeviceLucas Group, an executive search firm, today reports a hiring trend over the past four months within High-Tech Medical Device, specifically Sales Directors.
Why Race and Diversity Matter in 2008Should you code for race/ethnicity in your next Employee Opinion Survey? Murat Philippe shares some answers.
Opportunity Knocks Releases 2008 National Nonprofit Wage and Benefit ReportNonprofit employers seeking definitive data to determine equitable salary and benefits on all levels of employees can now purchase the Opportunity Knocks 2008 National Nonprofit Wage and Benefit Report. This national report uniquely provides data on titles ranging from Executive Director through Receptionist, which enables organizations to see information beyond the top positions that are typically analyzed in state by state surveys.
U.S. Preventive Medicine Announces Nationwide Launch of The Prevention PlanIn a move that will be of great interest to employers and employee benefit brokers and consultants, U.S. Preventive Medicine has launched The Prevention Plan, its grounbreaking wellness and health management tool designed to help control costs and promote healthier lifestyles among workers.
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Reaffirms Selection of CVTracer Recruiting SoftwareCVTracer Software, an on-demand recruiting software and applicant tracking solutions firm, announced today that Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.(MSLO) of New York, NY reaffirmed its selection and use of the CVTracer recruiting system.
JobEnable.com Offers Free Job Postings To Commemorate National Disability Employment MonthJobEnable.com, an online job bank that assists individuals with disabilities in finding employment, is giving employers a free job posting to commemorate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which highlights the abilities of employees and job candidates with disabilities and the contributions these Americans make in the workplace.
Knowledge Infusion Provides HR Technology Expertise to Retailers at The Food Marketing Institute Knowledge Infusion will discuss evolving communication strategies in human resources at the 2008 Human Resources/Training and Development Conference
Listen for the ContextListening isn't enough, hearing what is said means more. Dianna Booher explains.
PayScale Collaborates With Yahoo! to Create Comprehensive Career Management ExperienceYahoo! HotJobs users gain full access to PayScale's suite of real-time salary tools.
Commissioner Rod Bordelon will present a Keynote Address at The Texas Workers' Comp Forum Council on Education in Management (Council) announced that Division of Workers' Compensation Commissioner Rod Bordelon will present a Keynote Address at the upcoming Texas Workers' Comp Forum, October 1-3, 2008, taking place at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas.
Martha DeMar Joins Buck Consultants as DirectorMartha DeMar has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in its San Francisco Communication practice.
Enwisen to Explore Next Generation Workforce Communication Technologies at Upcoming HCI WebcastMaksim Ovsyannikov, vice president, Product Strategy for Enwisen, the leader in on-demand workforce communications solutions
Dunbar Armored Selects Ultimate Software and Intersourcing for Comprehensive HCMUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that Dunbar Armored, Inc. is implementing UltiPro for human resources and payroll along with UltiPro Time and Attendance, UltiPro Recruitment, UltiPro Performance Management, and UltiPro Learning Management delivered through Ultimate’s software-as-a-service (SaaS) delivery model, Intersourcing.
Cititec IT Recruitment Signs Up to the London Living WageCititec IT Recruitment, has signed up to the London Living Wage, designed to cover the higher cost of housing in London and support workers during times of rising inflation.
New Employee Guides Help Families Use Tax Breaks to Pay for Child CareThe American Business Collaboration and Corporate Voices for Working Families announce the release of two new guides for employers and employees, promoting the use of Dependent Care Assistance Programs (DCAPs).
Proposed Sixth Consecutive Workers' Compensation Rate Decline In Florida Workers Compensation RatesFlorida employers will see a sixth consecutive decline in workers' compensation rates. Delaware Workers Compensation rates are also reduced.
My Perfect Gig Announces a New "Knowledge-Based" Approach to Recruiting ServicesSecond-generation job-matching service launches; CEO Blair Heavey to Speak at the ONREC 2008 Conference.
Hummingbird Coaching Services to Speak on Wellness Coaching and Positive Psychology Online coaching pioneer to discuss growing popularity of health coaching, advantages of various coaching models at Las Vegas conference, September 9-11, 2008.
Symphony Management Consulting Hires New Solutions DirectorSymphony Management Consulting announced that it has appointed A.J. Whalen as Solutions Director.
Corporate Compensation Strategies Survey Finds a Geographical Shift to the Midwest RegionYear-Over-Year Average Base Salaries Increased by 2.4% for the Life Insurance Industry as Bonus Plans Continue to Play an Important Role for Employees.
MOUNTAIN, LTD.™ named a “2008 Best Places to Work in Maine” company MOUNTAIN, LTD™, a worldwide staffing solutions provider, has been named one of the “2008 Best Places to Work in Maine.”
Learn What HR Systems Will Support in the Next DecadeWould you like to identify what human resources (HR) tools and systems will be needed over the next decade? Or how to keep abreast of the rapid changes taking place in HR management?
Arbita Announces Accessible Job Distribution FunctionalityMinneapolis, MN – September 9, 2008 – Good News for Applicant Tracking Vendors
FINANCIAL HIRING FORECAST MORE POSITIVE FOR FOURTH QUARTEREast South Central, New England States to See Greatest Hiring Increases
Cornerstone Announces Inc. 5000 Ranking, Record Q2 08 Growth FiguresCompany also announces record growth figures for its second quarter
Enwisen Debuts with HCM DiaBlog Leading Provider of On-Demand, Next Generation Workforce Communications Solutions Creates a Powerful HCM Leadership Forum
Arbita-Boxwood Partnership Benefits Employers, Trade Associations, ProfessionalsRelationship Opens Doors for Trade Associations and Professional Societies
INSALA BRINGS MULTI-GENERATIONAL WORKFORCE RESEARCH TO UK HR EXECUTIVES VIA FALL BOOK LAUNCH EVENTAuthor W. Stanton Smith to Highlight Insightful Multi-Generational Workforce Findings From Newly Published Resource for Business Leaders and HR Practitioners
Coaching 2.0 – The Next Step in Health Coaching Internet, electronic communications emerging as the most effective coaching methods
HEALTHPASS, SUNRx TEAM UP TO OFFER DISCOUNT PRESCRIPTION CARD PROGRAMFree Discount Cards Available to HealthPass Members and Public at Large
Jeff Bolter Joins Buck Consultants as DirectorJeff Bolter has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Minneapolis office.
Jobvite Appoints Tim Lambert as Chief Revenue Officer Veteran executive to lead sales and business development for online recruitment technology innovator
BPO MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO MERGE WITH HEALTHAXISPost-Merger, BPOMS Projects Combined Annual Revenue Run Rate of $50 Million
Employee Surveys: A Growing TrendUnderstanding what makes your employees tick and making them fully-engaged with the organization is getting undeniably important in these challenging economic times.
Back to School for Kids, Back to Business for WomenWomen are inspired to be role models for their children by launching their business dreams. You don't have to go to graduate school to learn how to be an entrepreneur. Women learn from other women and on Saturday, September 6th an experienced group of experts are gathering in San Francisco at the Ladies Who Launch Be Your Own Boss event to share their insight and help 100's of women move ahead in the direction they desire.
Harris, Rothenberg International Provides Free Work/Life Services to Those Affected by Hurricane GusCompany Offers Expert Resources on Safety, Emotional Impact and Returning after Evacuation
WorkBlast Targets Niche Industries with Portfolio Product LaunchWorkBlast Targets Advertising, Broadcasting, Marketing, Film, TV, Music, and Design Industries with Release of Visual Portfolio Product
Profiles International to Reveal Keys to High-Velocity Change at Executive SummitInnovator and leading global provider of comprehensive employment assessments and talent management solutions, Profiles International, will host an executive summit focused on fast-paced change within organizations. The summit, Closing the 'Strategy to Execution' Leadership Gap, will be held September 10-12, 2008 at Barton Creek Golf Resort and Spa in Austin, TX.
Hiring Conference Staffing Solutions Announced By Military Placement Firm Bradley-Morris, Inc. (BMI)Host cities for employers include Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Norfolk, VA; Phoenix, AZ; San Diego, CA and Seattle, WA.
Talent: Making People Your Competitive Advantage - 600 Word ReviewTalent synthesizes theory, research, and practice to show how organizations can combine the right organizational design, management practices, and talent to gain a critical performance edge. Find out more. Read this review.
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Midrange ERP on IBM’s System i: Vendors and ConsiderationsInfo-Tech examines the ERP solutions designed for midrange hardware. They share their recent findings of management software trends.
Very Poor Countries on The Wrong Side of a Growing Logistical DivideSupply Chain Performance, Geography, Governance Weaknesses, Civil Wars, and Battles for Resources are helping the poor countries become poorer. The Conference Board shares more.
It’s Time for a Greener Approach to Acquiring and Managing TalentThere is a push on green in many organizations. Successful businesses will look for more than just a green workplace; they will adapt a greener “contingent workforce” talent acquisition model. Tom Bonney and Kathy Kehoe explain more.
Unmuddying the WatersAre you confused about the various video tools used for employment purposes? This pdf helps clarify the muddy waters of these resources.
Success or Failure in Meetings Is Earned!Meetings are still the preferred form of communication in many organizations. So then why do many corporate gatherings fall short of expectations and fail to solve the matter at hand? Richard Cavalier has some suggestions.
Cross Border Employee Engagement….Segmenting Talent Populations Makes SenseCreating customized engagement strategies to meet the needs of different workforce segments becomes significantly more complex. Dan Weinfurter and Keith Swenson explain.
Proposed Employee Free Choice Act to Revolutionize Unions and Significantly Hurt EmployersUnion-free employers beware. . . The Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) would change the procedures for employees selecting union representation, says Pepper Hamilton LLP.
The No-blame Approach In MediationThe 'no-blame' approach in mediating any challenge is very effective. Mediate.com shares this article by Alan Sharland.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Grief Makes New Employee StumbleA grieving new employee is forced to leave a new position. Joan Lloyd shares her advice on how to get back into the workplace after a quick exit.
From Vision to Reality: Bridging the HR and Benefits Universe with Employee Communications PlatformEmployers are integrating HR and Benefits Administration to improve the bottom line, to increase retention and to make employees happier and healthier. Dora Judy and Shawn Jenkins share more.
Take FMLA Medical Certifications SeriouslyThere is a lot of abuse of FMLA leave and employers should be weary about employee requests. Don Phin explains more.
Change Lessons from Hermit CrabsHow can Hermit Crabs be inspirational for leaders? Jim Clemmer shares his views.
Fresh Eyes ApproachPutting yourselves in others shoes may be the fresh approach you and your team need when conducting business. John Baldoni explains.
How to Spark Diversity DialogueHow many cognitive folders do you have when it comes to people, especially people who are different from you? Steve L. Robbins opens the dialogue on diversity in the workplace.
Seasonal August Increase in Online Job Demand Offsets Large July LossThere has been no real improvement in labor demand throughout 2008 according to the latest study by the Conference Board Help-Wanted OnLine Data Series™.
Revisit Remote Work Policies to Optimize the Value of TeleworkersWireless technology has opened the door on partial or total remote work policies for employees. Info-Tech shares more.
GIFTCERTIFICATES.COM NAMES GARY KROW NEW CEO Krow to Focus On Expanding Corporate Rewards and Incentives Management Programs
HR Specialists and HRmarketer.com Reveal HR’s Top Trends in New WebinarPublishing group and Web-based firm provide strategic insight into HR’s future.
WorldatWork Survey Finds Telework on the Rise in the U.S., CanadaEmployers in both the United States and Canada deploy a similar mix of employee rewards programs to attract and retain talent in an ever-changing marketplace with diverse employee needs.
CyberShift Survey Shows Automating Time Entry and Eliminating Payroll Errors Remain Top Priorities Most Employees Surveyed Still Record Time and Attendance Manually, Reinforcing the Need for Automated Systems
Count Me In, LLC’s Launches HR System MonitorCount Me In, LLC, a leading developer of workforce management software solutions, announces the launch of its next generation solution, HR System Monitor (HRSM).
SaaS.com's CEO Plays Key Role in SIIA OnDemand Steering CommitteeWebApps, Inc. a.k.a. SaaS.com (www.SaaS.com), a leading provider of Software as a Service (SaaS) with a
major push in Workforce Management Solutions, will be representing its peers
in the software industry, as CEO Bill Loss plays an active role in the Software
& Information Industry Association's (SIIA) third annual OnDemand Steering
Committee (www.siia.net/ondemand/2008).
onTargetjobs and CollegeRecruiter.com Partner to Connect Local Employers with College Students Job seekers visiting the 1.5 million monthly visitors to the RegionalHelpWanted.com job boards and the six million monthly visitors to the 42 local bizjournals.com sites will be able to view new career opportunities for college students and recent graduates under a new partnership between Fort Worth-based onTargetjobs and Minneapolis-based CollegeRecruiter.com.
Employers Oppose Proposed New Pension Accounting RulesEmployers Oppose Proposed New Pension Accounting Rules Despite Desire for
Change, Watson Wyatt Survey Finds
Proposed Rules Assume Increased Importance Following Recent SEC Vote to
Move U.S. Companies Toward International Accounting Standards
eQuest Arranges Free Job Posting for its Customers at Popular Financial Career Site-BrokerHunter.comeQuest, the global leader in job posting and Internet recruitment management services, today announced that it has negotiated a free enterprise evaluation job posting opportunity for its customers in the financial services industry.
Enwisen and Hannaford Bros. Co. to Present Onboarding Session at Benefits Forum & ExpoBarry Maxson, executive vice president of Customer Solutions for Enwisen, the leader in on-demand workforce communications solutions, and Chad Flynn, director of Compensation and HR Technology for Hannaford Bros. Co., which operates more than 170 supermarket and pharmacies in the northeast United States
State of Ohio Joins Human Capital Development OrganizationThe TEDS Consortium, a dynamic collaborative forum of human capital experts from over a dozen world-class companies, has a new member.
State of Ohio Joins Human Capital Development OrganizationThe TEDS Consortium, a dynamic collaborative forum of human capital experts from over a dozen world-class companies, has a new member.
Employee Understanding and Adequacy Of Benefits Are Top Concerns for SERP Sponsors in CanadaCanadian employers who sponsor supplemental employee retirement plans (SERPs) are concerned about balancing benefit adequacy with plan costs. This is among the main findings of a nationwide survey of Canadian plans released today by Buck Consultants.
AutoZone Decreases Turnover Rate and Saves an Estimated $5 Million Annually with nowHIRE ATSAuto retailer experiences a 50 percent increase in the number of qualified candidates and 20 percent reduction in time-to-fill corporate jobs
VANGENT NAMED TO 2008 ‘EMERGING LEADERS IN TRAINING OUTSOURCING’ LISTThis marks the second consecutive year Vangent has been selected for this prestigious list
Using A Hybrid Approach Works For Job Search, Too!Employing both online and traditional methodologies, especially in these uncertain times, works best says online recruiter, WallStJobs.com.
Cornerstone Expands Talent Management Consulting Services OfferingsGrowth of internal team of experts, new strategic partnerships to help companies further maximize their human capital investments
Vangent a Top Sponsor of HCI Talent Management Forum for Govt.The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a professional association and think tank advancing the science of strategic talent management, and Vangent, Inc., a leading provider of results-oriented human capital and talent management solutions, announced today that Vangent is a top sponsor of HCI's first-ever Talent Management Forum for Government, a leadership event for government human capital and personnel leaders and their teams.
Giving Tree to Formally Launch its Visa® GiveCard(TM) Incentives Program at The Motivation Show The Giving Tree GiveCardTM Incentives Program links cash value prepaid Visa® gift cards with corporate philanthropy. Powered by Giving Tree's microphilanthropyTM platform, the GiveCard program makes it easy for companies to motivate, retain, & recognize valued employees, incentivize business partners, and strengthen goodwill with its community at large.
Executive Search Firm Finds the Pearls with Matching EngineFor Houston-based executive search firm, The Daniel Group, priority number one is finding the absolute best match for its clients and candidates. TempWorks Software introduced its next-generation candidate matching search engine earlier this summer and The Daniel Group was quick to jump on board.
Halogen's User Conference Makes Brilliant Talent Management Easy for CustomersCustomers Share Proven Methods for enhancing the strategic value of HR
professionals
Succession Planning a Challenge, but Key for Family-Owned Businesses, says SDL Planning for new leadership in family-owned businesses often involves complex business and relationship issues. Yet effectively planning for succession is a key business issue in any family organization, says Strategic Designs for Learning.
The Age Curve: How to Profit From the Coming Demographic Storm - 600 Word ReviewThe Age Curve describes how having a clear picture of the customer is just part of the marketing equation of a successful business. Find out more. Read this review.
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IBM Signs On as Top Sponsor of Human Capital Institute’s First-Ever Talent Management Forum The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a professional association and think tank advancing the science of strategic talent management, and IBM, the world’s largest information technology and consulting services company, announced today that IBM is a diamond sponsor of HCI’s first-ever Talent Management Forum for Government, a leadership event for government human capital and personnel leaders and their teams.
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Teens Get Personal Career Coaching and Direction from MoveMyCareerForward.comWith the start of school quickly approaching, many teenagers face an important year for making big career decisions. To help with this process, MoveMyCareerFoward.com is offering students an online career-matching assessment and coaching package this fall.
Physicians Group Experiences Improved Efficiencies and Service with UltiPro(R) Workplace for HR Physicians Group Experiences Improved Efficiencies and Service with UltiPro(R) Workplace for Human Resources and Payroll
Knight Oil Tools Selects UltiPro(R) for Human Capital ManagementUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that Knight Oil Tools has selected Ultimate Software’s UltiPro delivered through its software-as-a-service model, Intersourcing, to manage human resources and payroll, in addition to Ultimate’s talent management feature-set, including recruitment, performance management, and learning management functionality. Today, Knight and its operating companies — Knight Oil Tools™, Knight Fishing Services™, Knight Well Services™, and Knight Manufacturing™ ― are the largest privately held rental and fishing tool companies in the world.
iCIMS Clients Report Higher Quality-of-Hire and New Hire Retention Rates than Industry AverageiCIMS Clients Report Higher Quality-of-Hire and New Hire Retention Rates than Industry Average according to Aberdeen Group Report
Best-In-Class Strategies Point Towards the Use of Talent Acquisition Platforms as a Key Recruiting and Retention Tool