How to Effectively Implement Employee Self-Assessments
Yesterday’s post covered the pros and cons of employee self-assessments, and today’s post will cover how to effectively implement them.
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Overcome Common Misconceptions When Adopting an AI Tool at Work
We’ve found that there are three common misconceptions people face when onboarding an artificial intelligence (AI) -powered tool. I’ve detailed those misconceptions below—along with how we help customers overcome them.
DOL Proposes Change in How to Determine Regular Rate of Pay
With a stated aim of providing clarification on how to determine employees’ regular rate of pay, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced a new proposed rule updating what forms of payment employers can include and exclude in the “time and one-half” overtime pay calculation.
Should You Implement a 4-Day Workweek?
Modern-day employees claim they want a better work/life balance and more flexible work schedules; one such flexible schedule is a 4-day workweek, during which employees work 35 to 40 hours in 4 days instead of the traditional 5.
Should All New Hires Have a STEM Education or Work Background?
Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education is becoming vital to workplaces powered by automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced mobile and technology platforms. But should all new hires come pre-equipped with such STEM education or work experiences?
Hiring Expert Shares Insight into Conducting Successful Phone Interviews
As technology continues to advance, so does the hiring process. More employers are turning away from old practices in favor of newer, digital initiatives that provide jobseekers with the experience they want and expect.
Workplace Culture Predictions for 2030
At the start of a new year, it’s common to make predictions about trends for the coming months. Predictions are based on emerging trends, sociopolitical and market factors, etc. Given that a new year isn’t usually that different from the previous year, these are often safe predictions.
Leaders: Connect with Your Employees (without Oversharing)
According to research, our brains respond positively to those we feel a personal connection with, causing us to try harder, perform better, and act kinder toward colleagues and leaders with whom we connect. Though leaders should connect with their employees and convey emotion and vulnerability to increase positive employee responses and build trust, they must […]
Need to Hire Tech Talent? Better Up the Ante
Recruiting tech talent continues to remain a challenge in 2019, as many workers are holding out for bigger salaries and better job offers. “If employers are having trouble bringing on technology talent, they may need to take a second look at their salary offers,” suggests staffing firm, Robert Half Technology.
Pros and Cons of Employee Self-Assessments
Both employees and managers perform better when they receive regular feedback, and employees state that they desire more feedback from their bosses, leading many organizations to get rid of their annual employee performance reviews or supplement them with more regular forms of employee feedback, like employee self-assessments.