Don’t Forget to Check in Later in the Onboarding Process
On Friday we heard from Lindsay Sanchez from Kore about how bots can be used to streamline the onboarding process. Today we’ll look at what bots can do at the 30 days-hired-or-more mark.
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Tense Times: Requiring Masks for Employees and Visitors
Wearing a face covering has become a political signal in the polarizing clash between those who see doing so as a moral responsibility and others who view it as an infringement on their freedom. Consequently, employers can likely expect resistance—including the potential for aggression and violence—if they establish a face-covering policy. Before taking action, they […]
5 Ways to Boost Employee Engagement That Won’t Cost You a Dime
According to seminal studies, over half of the American workforce is disengaged, costing organizations between $450 billion and $550 billion annually.
Ask the Expert: Can We Pay Employee Less during ‘Trial Period’?
We have a highly structured job classification plan. We have an opening for a “senior” position in a division and would like to offer the opportunity to the person with the next highest seniority on a trial basis to “see if he can do the job”.
#MeToo: 72% of Workers Who Experience Sexual Harassment at Work Do Not Report It
Thanks to the #MeToo movement, more victims are feeling empowered to come forward about workplace sexual harassment, but according to a new CareerBuilder survey, the majority continue to keep quiet. Of those who have been sexually harassed, the majority (72%) did not report the incident and more than half (54%) did not confront the person […]
The Growing Importance of the Employee Experience
In a recent survey conducted by Expedia, it was found that 74% of Americans prioritize experiences over products. Some say this social shift stems from our desire to be unique and live a personal story only we know to be true. Another school of thought is that humans are built to crave interpersonal connections.
The Impact of Ban-the-Box and Salary History Prohibitions on Employers
Class action lawsuits involving the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) are not the only compliance concern for employers performing background checks in an increasingly complex legal environment. In addition, employers are impacted by state and local requirements, including “ban the box” laws and salary history prohibitions. This article is a brief introduction to these […]
Is Your Engagement Issue Really a Hiring Issue?
From the SHRM 2016 Annual Conference & Exposition in Washington DC! We recently attended a session on the difference between having an engagement problem and having a hiring issue. The speaker, Bob Kelleher, elaborates on the topic.
What’s the Most Important Quality in a Dream Job?
With buzzwords like digital workplace, employee engagement, and workplace wellness being thrown around, it can be hard to keep up with all of the changes, especially now that the employee holds all of the cards. Although many employees are taking advantage of new workplace perks, with the job market in their favor, many employees are […]
Out-of-the-Box Benefits To Boost Recruiting
When it comes to benefits, your business is likely already offering some obvious ones. Healthcare. Dental. Vision. All of these things are important, to be sure, but in today’s recruitment market, you may need to go above and beyond to recruit great employees to your company. The sky is the limit in terms of what […]