7 Tips for Business SuccessExecutives need to be mindful of what their role is. They don't have just one job. John McKee explains.
Playing Office Politics: How to be “Good” at the GameMany employees say they try to keep out of the office politics. But, as Louellen Essex and Mitchell Kusy explain, dodging the political game may mean missing out on an important opportunity.
The Truth About Serving Alcohol at Office Parties Too much fa la la la la at the office party, may strike a sour chord with more than just employers. M. Lee Smith Publishers explains.
Communicating Collaboratively in Cyberspace:What Couples Counselors Can Teach About EmailNetiquette. . . it's the set of rules that guide email users in the proper way to express themselves in emails. David A. Hoffman shares his advice.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Manager's AttentionYour manager is avoiding you and you feel you don't have his/her support. How do you deal with it? Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
2008 Worldwide Pay Survey2008 could be a very prosperous year for many employees around the globe. A recent Mercer survey predicts the average global salary will rise by 6% – almost 2%* above inflation. Mercer shares more.
Are You a Workaholic?Well, are you? As Bruce Katcher explains if you lack work life balance, you may be pointing fingers at the wrong source.
Holiday Season is the Perfect Time for Networking Holiday networking could lead to a new you in the New Year. Robin Ryan explains.
Military.com Study Reveals Disconnect between Employers and Transitioning Military PersonnelSixty-one percent of employers do not have a complete understanding of how Military experiences translate into relevant qualifications. Eighty-one percent of transitioning service members feel they are not fully prepared to enter the civilian workforce.
Holidays Compound Already High Stress LevelsThe holiday season is the most stressful time of year, as Bensinger, DuPont & Associates has found, most people take no additional steps to manage stress at this time of year.
Employees With Right Work-Life Balance Are Proud Of Where They WorkHow an employee views his/her job depends upon balance. A Sirota Survey Intelligence discovered that employees who have a good balance between work and life are more engaged in their jobs.
Simply Hired Signs Distribution Deal with Go Daddy to Expand Publisher Network#1 domain registrar, to offer millions of customers Job-a-matic to monetize their sites
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary and Formulary Drugs Increases in New JerseyWith prescription costs on the rise across the country, Compdata Surveys reviewed the cost of co-pays over the last three years in New Jersey.
NAS Recruitment Communications, Announces Appointment of Geeta Wilson as Talent StrategistNAS Recruitment Communications, a leader in talent acquisition and retention, announces the appointment of Geeta Wilson to the position of Executive Director, Talent Strategist.
LifeCare® Wins Multiple Gold Awards in International MarCom Competition Award-winning webinar and podcast being made available as free downloads
Applicants Flood In For Beta Test Of New 360-Degree Feedback Interface360-degree feedback provider Panoramic Feedback was inundated this week with requests to Beta-test its new user interface.
Cost of Co-Pays on PPO Plans Increases in VirginiaWith prescription costs on the rise across the country, Compdata Surveys reviewed the cost of co-pays over the last three years in Virginia.
ServiceMaster and TALX Executives to Present at IHRIM WebinarServiceMaster and TALX Executives to Present at IHRIM Webinar, “Getting Your Employees Plugged In: An Employee’s Electronic Life Cycle”
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Increases in MarylandWith prescription costs on the rise across the country, Compdata Surveys reviewed the cost of co-pays over the last three years in Maryland.
If you're looking for ways to minimize your holiday stress, help is just a mouse-click awayIf you're looking for ways to minimize your holiday stress, help is just a mouse-click away, thanks to LifeCare®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty care services and a longtime leader in the work/life industry.
TALENThire.com, announces the launch of Version 2.0 of its award winning platformSince 2004, TALENThire.com has connected hiring firms with recruiters in a unique marketplace environment. With the launch of Version 2.0, the vision of Recruiting Vendor Optimization (RVO) is delivered through a blend of technology and service.
Secure Talent Executive Advisory Board Helps Business Communities across the United StatesNew association benefits executives and businesses nationwide.
Reduce Holiday Stress with a Little Help from LifeCare®LifeCare is giving away a free eductional guide to reducing holiday-related stress via the company's web site.
ACI is currently working closely with Charlotte Russe – a retail store located in the Nebraska mallACI is currently working closely with Charlotte Russe – a retail store located in the Nebraska mall – to ensure that all employees and family members receive necessary crisis counseling, grief counseling, and other helpful resources during this critical time.
Healthcare IT Industry Blog "HIStalk" and Gente Corporation Join ForcesHealthcare IT industry blog "HIStalk," and Gente Corporation, a leading online healthcare media publisher, have partnered to create a new employment resource -- HealthcareITJobs.com, an online career center dedicated strictly to Healthcare IT professionals.
Insala Announces Free Human Capital Institute Leadership Development WebcastAccenture's Robert Thomas Presents Talent Multiplication: Developing Leadership Capability
MassMutual Retirement Services Continues Aggressive Expansion of its Third Party Distribution Sales Hugh O'Toole Joins MassMutual as Corporate Vice President, Northeast Division
Sales Manager and Nonprofit Market Leader
Cytiva and Sterling Testing Systems Join ForcesNew partnership provides background checking from leading provider for SonicRecruit clients.
Union Power Offers Timely and Essential Union Member ServicesIt seems that there is always something new and exciting to learn about when you are part of a union. The Union Power websites offers union member services and information in the timeliest manner.
Onrec.com is proud to announce the 4th Annual Onrec.com Awards, sponsored by topjobs.co.uk. What are the Onrec.com Awards 2008?
Unveiling the Secret to Knock-Out Communication, in a Word: iView™InterviewStream partners with Right Management to combine leading edge technology with world renowned personalized coaching.
Survey Finds Shift in Retailers' Market Strategy: Customer Service Emerges As Key Success Factor New survey reveals retailers are betting on enhanced customer experience and improved productivity to drive top line sales
Healthcare Organizations Turn to Kronos® to Tackle Critical Business IssuesDecision makers congregate at KronosWorks™ to discuss how to reduce operational costs and improve quality care
Casinos Around the World Face New Challenges As market matures and competition intensifies, casinos turn to the workforce to differentiate, manage expansion, and maximize profits
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Legiant Expands Experienced Time and Attendance Support TeamLegiant, a leader in time and attendance software, announced a new addition to their experienced professional services team.
Fiserv Completes Acquisition of CheckFreeFiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a leading provider of information technology services to the financial industry, today announced the completion of its acquisition of CheckFree Corporation, a world leader in financial electronic commerce services and products, including electronic bill payment and internet banking. Under terms of the transaction, Fiserv acquired CheckFree for approximately $4.4 billion in cash, or $48 per share.
HCR Software to Host Free Job Market Rates WebinarBack by popular demand "Determining Job Market Rates" event on December 12 will discuss how organizations can use tips and approaches for determining job market rates.
New Book Identifies Best Jobs for IntrovertsMany introverted job seekers have difficulty finding a job that suits their personality. Often they prefer to work alone, in the quiet, and free of distractions. This is becoming much harder to do in an economy that thrives on communication and teamwork. In their new book, 200 Best Jobs for Introverts, Laurence Shatkin and the editors at JIST reveal which occupations do suit introverts' preferences and still offer good pay and promising job growth.
Management Mentors Says Measuring Your Mentoring Program’s ROI is CriticalManagement Mentors discusses the importance of measuring your mentoring program’s ROI in its upcoming Internet radio show on Friday, December 7, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. (EST).
Discovery Communications Implements Globoforce Employee Recognition SolutionNew program will play role in company’s employee engagement strategy.
American Community Partners With Toys for Tots to Collect Toys for Local ChildrenAmerican Community Mutual Insurance Company, joined forces this holiday season with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program to be a designated drop-off location to collect new toys for needy children in metro Detroit.
Buck Consultants to Provide Consulting and Actuarial Services to Wyoming Retirement System Buck Consultants, an ACS company and one of the world's leading human resource and benefits consulting firms, today announced that it has been selected by the Wyoming Retirement System to continue providing retirement plan services for its defined benefit pension plans.
American Community Employees Donate Clothing for Local Children to Spread Holiday CheerAmerican Community Mutual Insurance Company, a leading provider of Individual and Group health insurance since 1938, teamed up with Adopt-a-Child-Size and Support Services, Inc. to donate new complete winter outfits for local children.
Résuméfit Achieves Goals of a Video Resume Using MS WordCandidate’s workplace persona and character are scientifically revealed without bias in MS Word and with bullet-proof document alteration detection
Morehead to Exhibit at IHI's 19th Annual National Forum on Quality Improvement in HealthcareCompany to discuss improving quality in healthcare through Employee and Physician Surveys, Metrics and Solutions.
Custom Benefits Administrators Selects MphasiS Healthcare Solutions' Custom Benefits Administrators Selects MphasiS Healthcare
Solutions' JackRabbit for Real-Time Reporting Capabilities
The RightThing and HireRight Sign Global Partnership Agreement HireRight On-Demand Screening Solutions Expand The RightThing RPO Offering
Deceptive Labor Law Posting Tactics ContinueG.Neil launches Freeposteraudit.com to Help Businesses With Compliance
Sharing Family History the Inspiration for New Children’s StoryThe art of storytelling and familial pride beam from the pages of Toco the Toucan’s first book.
Workscape Expands Outsourced Benefits Administration Sales ForceRodney Fredia Assumes Responsibility for Western Regional Sales
GeoLearning's GeoMaestro LMS Platform Named "Best of 2007" Finalist by E-Learning! Magazine ReadersOn-demand performance and learning management platform recognized for the
3rd consecutive year in the e-learning industry's annual Readers' Choice Awards.
Cost of Co-Pays on PPO Plans Increases in Alabama, Louisiana and MississippiWith prescription costs on the rise across the country, Compdata Surveys reviewed the cost of co-pays over the last three years in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. The Compensation Data 2007 – Mid-South results revealed prescription co-pay costs for all drug levels on PPO plans have increased since 2005 across the region. However, the survey of 198 organizations reported generic co-pay costs have fluctuated over the last three years for all plan types.
Errors in Your Hiring Process Can Lead to Big Trouble ... How to Avoid Costly Hiring MistakesThe top three common -- and costly -- hiring mistakes...and how to avoid them.
Julie Egbert has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal in the firm's San Francisco officeEgbert joins Buck from SAP America, Inc., where she served as Principal.
Debbie Klarfeld To Lead Operations And Development For First Advantage ADR Debbie Klarfeld To Lead Operations And Development For First Advantage ADR And Transportation Services
It's estimated that roughly 60 percent of Americans caring for older loved ones also work full-timeWithout backup care in place, many of these working caregivers would be unable to balance their professional and caregiving responsibilities.
Watson Wyatt Study Reveals Six Communication "Secrets" of Top-Performing EmployersCompanies With Most Effective Communication Programs Net Greater
Shareholder Returns
Holidays Compound Already High Stress LevelsWhen holiday stress is placed on top of already excessively high stress levels individuals feel year-round, it’s no wonder the holiday season is one of the most demanding times of the year. Just type holiday stress into the Google search bar and more than 7 million results pop up.
Most Companies Foresee Increased Recruiting and StaffingActivity in 2008, Despite Economic ConcernsJobfox Poll Finds Employers Looking in New Places for Top Candidates
BERNARD HODES GROUP STUDY REVEALS THAT MORE COMPANIES NEED TO FOCUS RECRUITING EFFORTS ON RETENTIONEmphasis on quality of hire a must for decreased attrition rates
Axiom Consulting Partners Announces the Release of the Fourth in Its Series of 'Winning Axioms'Winning Axiom #4 tackles the apparent disconnect between the admission by 75% of senior executives that retaining critical talent is their most pressing issue, and the recognition by only 4% of those same executives that they believe their company to be world-class in people management.
New Candidate Board Empowers ClientsTempWorks Software announces new Candidate Board as part of its web portal suite.
New Bersin & Associates’ study examines how Nortel deployed TEDS as a single platform New Bersin & Associates’ study examines how Nortel deployed TEDS as a single platform to manage worldwide learning.
The Lindenberger Group Launches New Online Education ProgramsTargets Professionals Seeking to Strengthen Business and Management Skills
SALARY.COM™ SURVEY REVEALS SALARY DIFFERENTIALS FOR CEOs AT SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE COMPANIESMedian salary for small business CEOs is $233,500 compared to $849,375 for large businesses according to Salary.com Small Business Executive Compensation Survey
VISANOW 2008 Delivers Increased Performance with Focus on a Simplified User Experience HR Departments Accelerate Immigration Processing and Ensure Employee
Application Approval with VISANOW's New User Interface
ShirleyBOARD.com Makes Distance Less of a Factor for Many Caregivers This Holiday SeasonShirleyBOARD.com provides families of senior loved ones a convenient way to stay in touch, share family news, and learn about distance caregiving.
ICICI Group Runs SumTotal Enterprise Suite to Align Enterprise-Wide Learning and PerformanceSumTotal(TM) Systems (Nasdaq:SUMT), a global provider of talent and learning
management solutions, and its global partner New Delhi-based NIIT
Limited announced the successful implementation of its award-winning
Learning Management System at ICICI Group, a leading financial
services group in India.
Even Managers Agree that Telecommuting Can WorkFPC Workplace Web Poll Data indicates that 85 percent of the American workforce believes that telecommuting is a great workplace trend. Interestingly, when broken down by seniority, the same feelings hold. "More and more companies across different industries are open to telecommuting situations. It's a way to attract or retain top employees," said FPC CEO & President Ron Herzog.
TALX to Conduct Workshop on Latest Changes to Form I-9 at HR.com’s VIEW ConferenceRecent moves by states to mandate use of e-verify shapes compliance issues for employers.
John O'Donnell has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Atlanta officeO'Donnell joins Buck after serving as Director of Human Resources at Bloomin Apple, a casual dining franchise group. He also held senior corporate HR positions with several other companies.
CivilianJobs.com Announces Build-Your-Own Job Fair Package for 2008 Military Job Fairs ScheduleCivilianJobs.com Military Job Fairs put transitioning military and ex-military job seekers face-to-face with civilian employers.
Scott Dunbar has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal and Market Leader Scott Dunbar has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal and Market Leader for the firm's San Francisco office
A COMPANY’S REPUTATION AND PERFORMANCE INFLUENCE OPINIONS OF SENIOR MANAGEMENT The Kenexa Research Institute Examines the Impact of a Company’s Performance and Reputation on Employees’ Views of Senior Managemen
Talent Technology’s Resume Mirror Extraction Enterprise product to improve user experienceTalent Technology Corporation, an award-winning provider of recruitment technology, today announced the selection of its Resume Mirror Extraction Enterprise product by reed.co.uk, based in London, UK.
Reliable Leadership Methods Lead to Better Employee PerformanceA common leadership method is the best way to inspire great employee performance, says Impact Achievement Group
Impact Achievement Group’s Breakthrough Approach using the Harrison Assessment® SystemTeam Building – Impact Achievement Group’s Breakthrough Approach using the Harrison Assessment® System
A popular assessment tool can revolutionize team building, says Impact Achievement Group
Monster HR Alliance Program Expands to Offer Global CapabilitiesFirst Advantage and HRSmart to Offer International Capabilities to U.S. Employers; European-based Jobpartners Joins Alliance
Buck Consultants Survey: Health Care Costs Projected to Increase at Double-Digit LevelsCosts for the most popular types of health care coverage are projected to increase at double-digit rates through the remainder of 2007 and into 2008, according to a national survey of insurers and administrators.
Infohrm Research Reveals Fresh Challenges for Employers Facing an Aging WorkforceSignificant implications for workforce planning stem from countervailing patterns in older worker tenure, health, and skillsets
CollegeRecruiter.com Job Seeker Confidence Index for November 2007Despite the flat stock market, subprime mortgage scandals, and fears of recession, a large majority of college students and recent graduates are quite optimistic about the prospects they face in the job market.
IHRIM’s Flagship Bi-Monthly Publication, IHRIM.link, Now Available Online IHRIM members and subscribers can now enjoy the IHRIM.link magazine in the printed format and in the new online searchable format – one more reason why IHRIM continues to be, after more than 25 years, the leading association for knowledge, education and solutions supporting human capital management.
Investments in Private Equity Still Worth Considering for InstitutionalWell-Governed Funds Can Benefit from Broad Investing Approach, Watson Wyatt
Says
AllRetailJobs.com and PeopleAnswers, Inc., form PartnershipAllRetailJobs.com and PeopleAnswers, Inc., form Partnership to provide Employers and Recruiters with Assessment Services
Secure Talent Announces Additions to Leadership TeamNew 1099 compliance firm garners key industry experts.
Human Resource Planning Society Launches People & StrategyThe Next Generation of the Leading Source of Knowledge and Information Connecting People to Business Strategy
The Human Resource Planning Society has announced that its highly regarded journal, Human Resource Planning, will become People & Strategy in 2008.
The Center for Talent Retention Launches New Web SiteThe Center for Talent Retention, the leader in taking action to engage and retain employees, today released a redesigned web site illustrating the successes organizations have had taking action to engage and retain their employees.
New Online Sales Force Assessment Tool from Employee Continuum Helps Pinpoint Best Sales HiresEasy-to-use sales talent profiler delivers insightful intelligence that helps companies define ideal hiring profile for top salespeople.
Management Mentors Says Finding the Right Mentor is Critical to Success Of Mentoring RelationshipManagement Mentors discusses the importance of finding the right mentor in its upcoming Internet radio show on Friday, November 30, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. (EST).
New Video Resume Technology Changes the Job MarketSearchVideoResumes.com links employers and candidates from around the world.
Recruiter Networking Group Software utilizes HireDesk to launch their career boardTalent Technology Corporation, an award-winning provider of recruitment technology, today announced the selection of its HireDesk product by Recruiter Networking Group.
International movers investigate growing need for workforce mobilityInternational movers investigate growing need for workforce mobility at Worldwide ERC Global Workforce Summit.
International moving specialist, Burke Bros Moving Group www.burkebros.co.uk based in the West Midlands, UK, recently spent three days at the Worldwide ERC® Global Workforce Summit® in Denver, USA, rubbing shoulders with some of the highest profile professional HR executives, who represent some of the biggest blue chip companies, in the world.
Ultimate Software's UltiPro Facilitates Improved Performance Management for The Henry Wine GroupUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human
resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today
that The Henry Wine Group, a leading wholesale wine distributor in
California, is achieving efficiencies, strategic value, and cost
savings with core UltiPro and UltiPro Performance Management.
HRmarketer Webinar to Highlight 'Marketing to HR' with Traditional and Web 2.0 Integrated StrategiesHow to create a successful marketing and PR strategy that generates more visibility, website traffic, sales leads and improved search engine rankings
Silver Peak Chooses Jobvite to Drive Talent Acquisition and Streamline HiringSilver Peak Chooses Jobvite to Drive Talent Acquisition and Streamline Hiring; Adopts Web 2.0 Recruiting Technology Optimized for Use by the Entire Company
Jobvite, creator of next generation recruitment solutions, has been chosen by Silver Peak, a leading provider of scalable Wide Area Network (WAN) acceleration solutions, to support a growing volume of hiring activity.
Outreach Program Launched to Returning VeteransOutreach Program Launched to Returning Veterans: VISN12, Three Wire, and MHN Partner to Provide Reintegration Support
The Lights are Back on at the Historic Fort Worth Power & Light BuildingA growing consulting firm says their renovated 1929 space is inspiring.
Sick Time Source of DebateAccording to the Compensation Data annual survey of more than 5,000 employers, exempt employees have 8.4 sick days on average, while non-exempt have 7.6.