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What's Your Manager Effectiveness Index?

HR leaders Dave Almeda and Kim Nugent explain the hows and whys of customizing and measuring your leadership development program.
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What You Should Know about ISO Standards for Human Capital

There are currently twelve ISO standards for HR that are helping to elevate the profession.
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Workers Globally Wish for Better Technology

In our newest research, we find out what workers globally think of their workplace technology. Most are not impressed.
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The Scientific Method for HR

The HR Bartender and member of Workforce Institute board of advisors, Sharlyn Lauby, writes about how the scientific method of investigation can be applied to solving problems in a business environment.
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The Gap Years: Older Than Google but Younger Than Challenger

Intern Amanda Boyle talks about whether demographic labels like Gen Y or Gen Z really matter in the workplace.
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Discipline vs. Performance: Spotting the Differences and Finding Solutions

Know the differences between misconduct and poor performance. Here's how HR can address either one to improve performance and ensure compliance.
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Kronos Case Study: Implementing Unlimited Vacation

Top tips from @KronosInc about managing an unlimited time off program.
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Employee Self-Care: 10 Ways Organizations Can Be Supportive

10 ways organizations can help employees with self-care from @HRBartender
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The Key Ingredient for Effective Performance Management

Today's post comes to us courtesy of board member Dennis Miller, the Chief Employment Officer at Cal Poly Pomona Foundation.
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The Always-On Con - Two sides to every story

There are two sides to every story and for the most part, people are willing to hear both sides before drawing their conclusions.
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Fatigue Impacts 85% of Nurses

Nurse fatigue is a substantial issue with 98 percent of nurses stating that the work of a nurse is both physically and mentally demanding.
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82 Million US Workers Have Experienced Paycheck Errors

4 percent of American workers have experienced paycheck errors during their careers. This isn't good for them or their employers.
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Strategies to Increase Women Leaders in the Workplace

The proportion of women leaders in the workplace continues to lag behind men. @JeanneMeister discusses strategies to make this change.
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Celebrate Better Business Communication Day with your Hourly Workers

Workforce management expert Bob Clements of Axsium explains how to celebrate Better Business Communication Day with your frontline workforce.
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The Scientific Method isn't Just for Scientists

Member of the Workforce Institute board of advisors, Sharlyn Lauby, writes about how the scientific method of investigation can be applied to solving problems in a business environment.
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New Survey Reveals How Many Employees Take Time Off During December

New survey by Workforce Institute sheds light on the patterns and preferences related to taking time off during the holiday season in December.
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