The human resources industry is ever-changing and adapting to the new technologies, a new workforce generation and the exit of another workforce generation. Practices that were standard in 2018 could already be out of date. The good news is there are industry experts who can lend insight into the 2019 trends for the HR industry. […]
You’ve probably been there. The Human Resources (HC) manager beckons you into the cosy confines of his or her office and sits you down ‘to have a bit of a chat’ and see how things are going. Humans are good at this sort of instinctive responsiveness and empathy. That might be why it’s called Human […]
Blockchain technology serves a variety of purposes, and has even started to make an impression within the area of human resources. Utilizing blockchain offers a wave of opportunity across specific areas of talent management, such as recruitment. For instance, it allows peer-to-peer interactions that decrease middleman costs and streamline the flow of data necessary in […]
HR is undergoing a seismic shift and the profession, more than ever, needs to build from firm foundations; Can an HRIS certification help? Read on to learn more. As technology becomes a key enabler for the HR function, practitioners must not only be proficient at using HR software but also understand how to leverage […]
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Employee experience platforms have created a buzz in the human resources technology industry, but what exactly are these systems, and what new benefits can they deliver? Employee experience platforms are software or online portals that help employees find basic HR information on their own—letting HR provide higher-level service and boosting employees’ perceptions of HR and […]
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Flexible work schedules, a compressed workweek and the ability to telecommute are the three most sought-after non-monetary perquisites for employees. And while many companies offer flexible work schedules, fewer than one in five offer shorter workweeks or remote work options. The results are drawn from Robert Half’s new survey, and includes responses from more than 1,500 […]
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Last month Tacoma was overrun with HR professionals from all over Washington, Oregon and Alaska for the 80th annual NW Human Resources Management Association conference. Our local human resources group, WSHRMA, planned and organized it, and the over 700 attendees spent three days discussing the evolution of HR and envisioning the future. The group represented […]
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Employment tax credits, particularly the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, can be extremely lucrative for employers who meet optimal criteria for these programs. Between state credits and WOTC, there are many opportunities for employers in a variety of industries to significantly improve their bottom lines through these credits. However, applying for and recouping these […]
Read MoreA brief open letter to my family, friends, and business partners: Ten years ago when I started HR Software Solutions, although I had great optimism and hope, I could have never dreamed what the company would one day become. A whirlwind decade ago I decided that I wanted to help companies select, implement, and train […]
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Jobs at the top in the HR department often require master’s degrees, years of experience, and more specialized knowledge – but they also come with higher salaries. If you’re in the human resources field (or are looking to enter it and climb the ranks), possess strong interpersonal skills, and want to set your sights higher, […]
Read MoreThis article originally appeared on humanresourcesonline.net. With the workforce getting leaner nowadays, it’s no surprise to see the workload pile up. But being in a state of constant stress puts your employees at risk or burnout, with most only realising it when it’s too late. To help prevent this from happening, and in line with stress […]
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