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The strength of any organization is in the people who comprise it. Human Resources is the field which deals with the recruitment, management, and development of those people.
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- Knowing How To Determine Your Eligibility for Disability Benefits - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Michael RelvasDisability insurance is a financial product designed to protect a person’s ability to earn an income. If an injury or illness prevents you from working, a Disability insurance policy will provide you with a monthly benefit to replace a percentage of your income. Disability coverage can normally ...
Views: 4(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Happiness and Work - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Craig NathansonWhat is happiness? In many ways happiness is very subjective and judged differently by each person. My observation is that people are most happy when they feel in control of their life. Much of one’s life occurs at work thus happiness at work is an important factor to consider. Many factors ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - Talent Intelligence – Apples and Oranges - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Chuck ReynoldsThe last year has been like a tsunami for the global economy. Who would have thought ten years ago that GM would be facing bankruptcy, or IBM would stop making PCs? Without question, today's global economy and rapid pace of change are creating many challenges that organizations must rise to. There ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why is LinkedIn Important When I Already Have a Resume? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeThere are plenty of people who think that a LinkedIn account replaces traditional methods of job-hunting. While this might work for a few, this is not really the concept that propels the existence of this professional networking site. The purpose of LinkedIn is to provide a means of connecting ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Pre employment screening- effective in choosing worth candidates - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Employrite LtdWhile recruiting any new joiner for the company the employer get along with their certain information like education background, previous employment history and other information. This pre employment screening plays a major role in deciding whether the persona of the candidate suits the job profile ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - What causes management problems at work? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Craig NathansonWhat causes management problems at work? Anything but a system Many management systems are anything but a system. These organizations are a collection of people, habits, different behaviors and expectations. Management is driven largely by external behavior (The bigger boss) and motivation ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Why You Need an Employee Hand Book - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Gregory CoveyIf you enjoy the legal system and don't mind paying out large sums of money to present and past employees then I would suggest that you disregard having an employee hand book! You may think I am kidding, but I am not. I have never been to an unemployment hearing, Equal Employment ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Advice on how to grow an HR Software, HRIS or HRMS Business Partner Channel - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Clay ScrogginIn the past, I worked directly for a large HR and Payroll Software provider for five years, while they built one of the largest channels in the HR software industry. And for the past ten years, I have owned an HR software value added business partnership performing work for a number of HRIS ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Are There Grant Programs For Single Mothers? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Rose BushGrant Programs For Single Mothers! "Helllo, I am a mother of three and I am working and trying to finish school. I do not qualify for any aid or grants or anything but my job is no longer working out for us." I find it hard to believe that you don't qualify for any aid or grant programs. ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - Executives Under Stress During Stressful Times Need Executive Stress Solutions - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Simma LiebermanAccording to the National Institutes of Health, "people who feel more in control at their jobs tend to feel less stressed out." While executives and senior leaders have more control of their work, they manage people who feel like they have less control. Employees in general are feeling more ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Employee Disciplinary Action – Steps You Can Take To Protect Yourself and Your Nonprofit Organization - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Sharon MikrutDisciplining employees can be time consuming, difficult, and challenging. However, if you want the disciplinary action process to go as smoothly as possible, it is important to develop clear policies and procedures that will result in a strong disciplinary action program. By having a solid ...
Views: 43(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Cyber Bullying And Workplace Harassment, Are You Guilty Of It? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Andrew BaileyI read a very disturbing article in the Herald Sun newspaper yesterday. It had to do with a salesman who claims to have been a victim of cyber bullying. Harassment in the workplace can take many forms but this case is interesting because it was carried out by his boss via email. It is all too easy ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Steps to The Art of Conversation - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Danish AhmedDo you want to feel more love and connection in your life? One way to accomplish this is to have more conversations! It's that simple. Think about it... Have you ever been in elevator with a dozen people and nobody said a word to each other? Why do we sometimes hesitate and stop ourselves from ...
Views: 89(10 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Human Resources Professionals Need Career Coaching Too - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Charlotte WeeksMost people in Human Resources deal with job seekers everyday, and it seems reasonable to expect that they would have an edge when conducting their own job search. They spend their days sourcing candidates, screening resumes, determining (and negotiating) salary, and interviewing. Considering ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Writing a Useful Career Ad - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Andy JobsMany individuals think that creating ads for a job vacancy is rather straightforward and after mentioning a not many information expected of the candidate, the spot is set to be advertised. It is vital to keep in mind that some business banks mainly on its human resource to succeed and turn in ...
Views: 35You must read the article to rate it. - How can I effectively improve the performance of others - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Frank O'TooleHow frustrating, here you are managing a team of people and yet you are still being held back from achieving your goals. On management training courses all over the country trainers are asked 'how can I deal with poor performance?' Well the truth is it is not all that difficult, probably the ...
Views: 43(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Best Education For Managers - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Craig NathansonCrisis in management education There is no consistency today in the way we educate managers. Larger organizations tend to have more comprehensive programs. If we look at the business results of the past year it will show that these programs have not been very successful. In the US over 99.9% of ...
Views: 37You must read the article to rate it. - What To Include In Personnel Files For New Staff Members - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Sharon MikrutOnce you make the decision to hire a new staff member, you’ll want to ensure that a personnel file is developed for him/her, and that it contains all required documentation and other pertinent materials. Including the appropriate paperwork in a personnel file can protect both the employer and ...
Views: 40You must read the article to rate it. - California DEC - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Chris LowsterCalifornia's Drug Endangered Child Protection Act includes sections on creating a pilot program, coordinating multiagency response teams, preparing an annual report containing data on the number of children found in and removed from meth labs, and distributing funds. These funds are provided based ...
Views: 40(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Do You Really Need New Labor Law Posters? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Janet AttardIf you run a business and have employees, there are a slew of federal and state labor law notices you're required to post where employees can see them each day. These are often called labor law posters, or compliance posters. They include things like minimum wage laws, the federal USERRA, ...
Views: 44You must read the article to rate it. - How Effective Meetings Eliminate Workplace Drama - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Marlene ChismYou dread dealing with the staff. No one gets along, everyone feels overwhelmed and the negativity is so thick you could cut it with a knife. Even if you increase sales, your money leaks out in turnover and absenteeism. This is going to shock you, but you could easily solve this problem if you ...
Views: 46(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Ride-Alongs and Ride-Withs (aka Job Shadowing) - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Peggy McKeeWhat is a ride-along? Why is it important? A ride-along is just what it sounds like: You spend a day with a medical sales rep who’s in the field you’re thinking you’d like to sell into, and see how a typical day goes. A ride-along can be one of your greatest opportunities to ...
Views: 46(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 6 Creative Ways to Stand Out in the Job Search! - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Peggy McKeeIt's a tough job market out there right now, but what if you can’t even get an interview? What if you're resume or your network is good enough to get you to the interview, but you can’t get past that point? Are you demonstrating the levels of commitment, drive, tenacity, skills and ...
Views: 56(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Hiring – New or Experienced Buyer’s Agent - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Dirk ZellerThe hiring of Buyer’s Agents has perplexed Lead Agents for years. I will admit that much of what I write about this subject comes from many mistakes in personally hiring and firing Buyer’s Agents. Some of the principles, skills, techniques, and evaluations have come from the frustration of ...
Views: 53(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Helpful Tips When Hiring Freelance IT Help - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from John ChiltonI recently finished creating my latest website, and since I am a designer, not a coder, I often find the need to seek the services of a freelance IT professional. There are several good sites out there that can easily help you find the help your looking for. There are quality professionals ...
Views: 51(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You an Employee Relocation Realist? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Sue StedhamAccording to historians the credit crunch started 2 years ago – August 2007. To some it seems like a lifetime and to others it only started yesterday. Whatever you feel, there has been a fundamental change in attitudes to risk and expectations. These deep-seated changes can be tracked through ...
Views: 56(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Employees vs. Independent Contractors: Defining the Difference - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Michael CappsIf you are a small business owner, you likely have been the mainstay of the company’s operations, handling many (if not all) aspects of marketing, sales, customer service, HR, accounting, and so forth. In the beginning, this is a great scenario, as you have the opportunity to know your business ...
Views: 49(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Sales Managers: Don’t Gamble With Your Medical Sales Hires! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Peggy McKeeSometimes, hiring medical sales reps feels like a roll of the dice. You hope you get a winner, but you’re never sure you will. In an article called “Stop Hiring Poor-Performing Salespeople,” Brian Jeffrey wrote about 3 specific pitfalls of hiring sales reps you should look out for, and ...
Views: 47(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - When Performance Reviews Underperform - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2009 from Mark GoulstonIf you let subordinates select their own performance criteria, most of the time they will make the wrong choice. Get the best out of your employees by creating effective, high-quality performance criteria documents -- here's how. Many people suffer from performance anxiety when it comes to ...
Views: 49You must read the article to rate it. - How to Get Promoted at Work - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Paul SloaneIf you work in a large organization and are ambitious for career progression then here are a number of things that you can do to assist your journey. 1. Do your job well. I know that this is stating the obvious but it is the starting point. For promotion it is a necessary but not a sufficient ...
Views: 67You must read the article to rate it. - How To Fix Problems With Your HR Software - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginThose of you who hate calling HRIS System technical support departments please raise your hand. I stopped typing for a second so I could raise mine. Look, I am a fairly technical guy but yes, even I hate calling HRIS systems tech support departments. We all do. Sometimes I get the people who think ...
Views: 55You must read the article to rate it. - Before You Buy - Understand The HRIS Input Requirements - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginHave a Full Understanding of your HRIS Input Requirements Before You Purchase A new Human Resource Information System (HRIS) can save you tremendous amounts of time and make you and your staff far more effective at your job, but it is important to understand work will be required to maintain the ...
Views: 56(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Could It Be Time For A New HRIS? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginThere’s a very good chance that your company has been using the same Human Resource Information System for years now. Certainly there’s something to be said for familiar, reliable software – but much as your six-speed childhood bicycle eventually gave way to a first car, an updated HR ...
Views: 45You must read the article to rate it. - How A New HRIS Can Advance Your Career - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginIf you make human resources your career choice, sooner or later you will be involved in the implementation of a new human resources software application. Chances are highly likely you will be involved in multiple implementations. Having experience with setting up and using those products can ...
Views: 56You must read the article to rate it. - Hiring Sales Reps? Use a Strong Third-Party Recruiter - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Peggy McKeeAt AACC, I had the pleasure of a long conversation with a national sales manager of a $30M company (10 sales reps and 10 technical support folks) where I discovered his opinion that “sales reps these days just aren’t as strong as they used to be.” I said, “Really? I’ve found that sales ...
Views: 70You must read the article to rate it. - Execution Rhythm Encourages Effective Business Communication - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from James MurphyTo say that the way we communicate in business today is undergoing major changes would be a wildly profound understatement. Many businesses simply feel overwhelmed by the advances of Twitter, Facebook, and MySpace, not to mention the near total penetration of mobile devices like the iPhone and ...
Views: 70(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Web 2.0 and the HR and Staffing Industries: Challenges and Benefits - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Lya SoranoNew college graduates have learned that a boozy Facebook profile is not an employment recommendation, but how many senior HR executives make use of Social Media tools to find just the right candidates for the most important positions they have to fill? There are three main reasons why the HR and ...
Views: 82You must read the article to rate it. - Stay focused in your job search - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dwain CelistanAs a retained executive recruiter, I read many resumes and speak to talented executives daily. One of their key challenges is to determine how they use their many talents and interests in the future career pursuits. While there is a desire to be broad and keep “all options open”, the better ...
Views: 108(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Secrets of Career Superstars - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dwain Celistan3 Secrets of Career Superstars It’s been said that half of the job is “showing up.” And that is certainly true. However, the more important half is what you do when you get there. Thriving in your workplace goes beyond attendance and basic job competency. Your goal should be ...
Views: 115(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Paid to Love Your Job - Culture and Compensation - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Josh RaeAs you look around at potential career moves and viable companies to work for, optimal compensation and benefits are probably at the top of your list and they are important not only to your own personal financial matters but they directly affect your perceived value as an employee. Your next ...
Views: 78You must read the article to rate it. - Seven Items to Consider When Interviewing Potential Staff Members - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Sharon MikrutI have interviewed potential applicants for a variety of staff positions over the past 20 years. In the nonprofit field, I have found there are certain steps supervisors should take when interviewing potential candidates. My top seven items to consider during the interview process, to ensure you ...
Views: 107(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Top Eight Items to Consider When Recruiting New Staff Members - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Sharon MikrutI have recruited potential applicants for a variety of staff positions over the past 20 years. In the nonprofit field, organizations generally have limited budgets. This can result in lower salaries and a high turnover in staff members. If you want to attract qualified individuals whose primary ...
Views: 105(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Good Business Attitude Comes from Consequences - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Kevin BurnsConsequences are the guideposts of your moral compass. If there were no consequences, people would run roughshod over each other. Items in your garage would be stolen by your neighbors. Police forces would become irrelevant. You would leave the doors unlocked because, what’s the point? Business ...
Views: 104(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Applying Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Theory of Motivation to Training - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Robert (Bob) LucasDr. Abraham Maslow studied workplace motivation of employees in the years following World War II. His research has been referenced and adapted many times over the years. From a training or educational perspective, you can use the five levels of motivation that Maslow identified to focus your ...
Views: 382(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Have a Highly Productive and Profitable Team - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Lorraine PirihiBefore you start complaining that your team are causing you headaches and not performing the way you want, take a look at yourself first. Gary who runs a plumbing business has 5 staff. He was always complaining that they were lazy, didn't use their initiative and would take advantage of him. We ...
Views: 125You must read the article to rate it. - Why Hiring is Paradoxically Harder in a Downturn - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHiring is always hard. The hardest thing to do at a company is the recruiting and hiring. It was really hard when the economy was doing well. Paradoxically, for certain industries (especially those reliant on innovation such as those in the tech space), it's even harder when times are ...
Views: 92You must read the article to rate it. - Stop Using the Economy as an Excuse! - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Roberta MatusonLeaders are using the economy as an excuse on a daily basis. Don't believe me? Just ask your managers why now it's okay to lay-off those employees who haven't come close to meeting their performance objectives over the past several years. Perhaps your company could have avoided lay-offs if the ...
Views: 99You must read the article to rate it. - Interviewing and Hiring Sales Reps: Top 5 Things to Know - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Peggy McKeeIt's critical in today's uncertain business climate to make no mistakes in interviewing and hiring new sales representatives for your company. Hiring managers are under more pressure than ever before to make the right decision the first time. Beyond the basics of conducting a great interview and ...
Views: 106(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Warning! Values May Be Detrimental to Your Organization’s Health - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Pat LynchDo your employees complain of favoritism, or inconsistency in decision-making, or lack of fairness? If so, the problem – and the solution – may be your organization’s values. On its face, identifying values to guide workplace behaviors and decisions seems reasonable, productive, and highly ...
Views: 104(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Doing Business Globally – Reason Enough to Continue Tackling the Diversity Issue? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Melissa DaviesBy now, many corporations will vow that they have dealt with diversity, ‘ticked that box’, put the recommended programs in place, and moved on. But have they really done all that they can to ensure that their organization is culturally inclusive and ready for the consequences of a globally ...
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