Human Resources: Communities

Fieldglass, Inc. Successfully Completes Fourth Consecutive Type 2 SAS 70 Audit
Fieldglass, Inc. Successfully Completes Fourth Consecutive Type 2 SAS 70 Audit Of Its Insite® Product Suite Completion Demonstrates the Company’s Continued Focus on Internal Controls, Providing Added Value to Customers

'Lead Like a Pirate' Sails Off the Shelf for Author Christopher Novak
For organizations looking to transform their band of buccaneers into high performing teams, Christopher Novak's third book, Lead Like a Pirate, offers the perfect insight on turning diversity into strength, speed into advantage and heart into leadership.

TALENThire.com, Proudly Launches Version 2.0 of their Award Winning Platform
TALENThire.com V 2.0 includes dashboard enhancements, internal messaging, conference call scheduling, a dynamic rating system, the ability to attach Word and .pdf resumes, improved user analytics, as well as a Recruiting Vendor Optimization (RVO) solution.

Aruspex and Starbucks Webcast to Examine Journey to Strategic Workforce Planning
Joint HR.com presentation will take place December 12 at VIEW event, HR industry’s first virtual conference

ERI 2007 Great California Workplaces Winners Announced
The ERI Great California Workplaces Award, sponsored by the Employer Resource Institute (http://www.employeradvice.com), recognizes California employers of all sizes that have implemented unique, innovative, or exceptionally effective programs that make them stand out. The grand-prize winners of the ERI 2007 Great California Workplaces Award contest are Lundberg Family Farms (for-profit category) and California Pacific Medical Center (non-profit category). Honorable mentions went to La Costa Glen (for-profit) and California ISO (non-profit).

Applicants Flood In For Beta Test Of New 360-Degree Feedback Interface
Panoramic Feedback announced today that it has closed off applications to Beta-test its state-of-the-art user interface for 360-degree feedback. Nicknamed "SASS", the UI uses highly effective web technologies to make multi-source feedback totally accessible.

Managing Change with Outsourced HR
In this article by KnowledgeSum, the company reviews some of the issues associated with HRO change management for a client organization.

4 Easy Ways to Reduce Cash Float
Cash restrictions are always a dilemma. . . how do you make the dollar stretch to cover costs? Curt Finch advises.

Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose - 600 Word Review
In Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose explains how “humanistic” companies create emotional, experiential, social, and financial value. Using these values to develop strong relationships with all stakeholders enables companies to achieve sustained and superior business performance, now and in years to come. Find out more. Read this review.

Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose - 300 Word Review
In Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose explains how “humanistic” companies create emotional, experiential, social, and financial value. Using these values to develop strong relationships with all stakeholders enables companies to achieve sustained and superior business performance, now and in years to come. Find out more. Read this review.

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Young Workers at Risk of Technology Shock
Young Workers at Risk of Technology Shock; Global Technology Tracking Survey to be Launched by the World’s Largest Student-run Organization A new global tracking survey will be launched in January 2008 by AIESEC, the world’s largest student-run organization, in partnership with workplace experts Career Innovation. The Digital Generation Survey will monitor the gap between technologies used by students from the ‘Digital Generation’ – who have grown up with the Internet - and those currently available in the workplace.

CollegeRecruiter.com Job Seeker Confidence Index for December 2007
Despite the continuing flat stock market, subprime mortgage scandals, and fears of recession, a large majority of college students and recent graduates are even more optimistic about the prospects they face in the job market than they were a month ago.

Veteran Job-Seekers expected at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido
More than 40 Veteran-Friendly Employers and 500 Military Veteran Job-Seekers expected at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido on Thursday, December 13, 2007 The military-to-civilian recruiting firm RecruitMilitary will present a free hiring event for job seekers who have military backgrounds in the San Diego Region on Thursday, December 13. Two deserving veterans will receive tickets to the final Chargers' home game against the Denver Broncos as part of RecruitMilitary's efforts to bring visibility to the veteran hiring issue. This event, the RecruitMilitary Career Fair, will take place from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. The career fair will be open to veterans who already have civilian work experience, men and women who are transitioning from active duty to civilian life, members of the National Guard and reserves and military spouses. More than 35 veteran-friendly organizations will conduct one-on-one interviews with the job seekers -- organizations that will include corporate employers, law-enforcement agencies and other government employers, educational institutions, veterans service agencies and veterans associations.

People Jam On-Line Job Fair
eJobFairs.net offers free make-up fair open to all employers in Washington, D.C. area.

The Definitive Drucker - 600 Word Review
"No one has understood the implications of social trends and transformed them into opportunities the way (Peter) Drucker has. No one has done a better job of helping organizations capitalize on opportunities.” The Definitive Drucker helps companies navigate the uncertainties of the 21st-century. Find out more. Read this review.

The Definitive Drucker - 300 Word Review
"No one has understood the implications of social trends and transformed them into opportunities the way (Peter) Drucker has. No one has done a better job of helping organizations capitalize on opportunities.” The Definitive Drucker helps companies navigate the uncertainties of the 21st-century. Find out more. Read this review.

Corporate Boards Increasingly Driving Enterprise Risk Management
Study by The Conference Board shows more work needs to be done; North America lagging in ERM implementation.

What HRO Brings to the Client Organization?
KnowledgeSum shares their examination of some services that HRO organizations deliver to the client organization.

Worker Confidence Increases Significantly in November: Hudson Employment IndexSM Rises
Worker confidence is up according to the Hudson Employment IndexSM... the best in eight months.

Tighter Screening Process Begins For Foreigners in Japan
A new measure in the fight against terrorism in Japan means foreigners are facing tighter screening processes. Pacific Bridge shares he details.

Driving High Performance as a Talent-Powered Organization
Investing in talent is the best way to drive high performance. . . but keep an eye on the shifting winds. Peter Cheese, Robert J. Thomas, and Elizabeth Craig explain

Why Leaders Smuggle and Muscle Change
Evoking change doesn't involve flexing. . . it involves something a little more accepting. Timothy R. Clark explains.

7 Tips for Business Success
Executives 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 Game
Many 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 Email
Netiquette. . . 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 Attention
Your 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 Survey
2008 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 Personnel
Sixty-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 Levels
The 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 Work
How 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 Jersey
With 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 Strategist
NAS 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 Interface
360-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 Virginia
With 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 Webinar
ServiceMaster 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 Maryland
With 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 away
If 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 platform
Since 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 States
New 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 mall
ACI 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 Forces
Healthcare 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 Webcast
Accenture'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 Forces
New partnership provides background checking from leading provider for SonicRecruit clients.

Union Power Offers Timely and Essential Union Member Services
It 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 Issues
Decision 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

The Definitive Drucker
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Legiant Expands Experienced Time and Attendance Support Team
Legiant, a leader in time and attendance software, announced a new addition to their experienced professional services team.

Fiserv Completes Acquisition of CheckFree
Fiserv, 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 Webinar
Back 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 Introverts
Many 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 Critical
Management 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 Solution
New program will play role in company’s employee engagement strategy.

American Community Partners With Toys for Tots to Collect Toys for Local Children
American 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 Cheer
American 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 Word
Candidate’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 Healthcare
Company 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 Continue
G.Neil launches Freeposteraudit.com to Help Businesses With Compliance

Sharing Family History the Inspiration for New Children’s Story
The art of storytelling and familial pride beam from the pages of Toco the Toucan’s first book.

Workscape Expands Outsourced Benefits Administration Sales Force
Rodney Fredia Assumes Responsibility for Western Regional Sales

GeoLearning's GeoMaestro LMS Platform Named "Best of 2007" Finalist by E-Learning! Magazine Readers
On-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 Mississippi
With 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 Mistakes
The 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 office
Egbert 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-time
Without 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 Employers
Companies With Most Effective Communication Programs Net Greater Shareholder Returns

Holidays Compound Already High Stress Levels
When 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 Staffing
Activity 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 RETENTION
Emphasis 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 Clients
TempWorks 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 Programs
Targets Professionals Seeking to Strengthen Business and Management Skills

SALARY.COM™ SURVEY REVEALS SALARY DIFFERENTIALS FOR CEOs AT SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE COMPANIES
Median 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 Season
ShirleyBOARD.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 Performance
SumTotal(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 Work
FPC 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 Conference
Recent 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 office
O'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 Schedule
CivilianJobs.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