A lot of people use a company’s website to get the quickest, most accurate snapshot of what the company does. That’s why it’s key to make sure the digital face of the company touches on the information people actually want to know and what they want to see. Use real photos of the employees instead of stock imagery.
Leaders in a company should never be too busy to invest in their talent — after all, the time spent growing an employee's skillset can ultimately open time on the leader's calendar as their employee takes on more responsibility.
Finding the right talent for a company is a huge factor and a bottom line difference maker. That’s why it’s important to do your homework before ever approaching a candidate. It’s critical to keep job requirements in mind to hire the most qualified candidate possible.
“Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!” While a classic refrain of a wintertime classic about how cold weather can warm our hearts, snow and icy weather, for human resource managers, can also mean lost business productivity and employee confusion about expectations to show up for work.
The list of sexual harassment allegations continues to grow. The “Me Too” campaign has helped numerous women and men break silence and speak about their own experiences with sexual harassment, some for the very first time since their victimization
Regardless of the industry, organizations need to accommodate talent from different generations to find the skills needed to meet the needs of customers. Be prepared by creating a diversity network.
Job hopping has become a bit of a sport for the modern workforce. That’s why it’s key for companies to focus on building productive cultures and providing opportunities for employees to grow.
HR Leads Business recently caught up with human resource management guru Dave Ulrich to define the disruptions that will transform HR practices in 2018. Ulrich, a Professor of Business at the University of Michigan and Partner of The RBL Group, believes there are eight disruptions that will continue to reshape HR.
Sexual harassment in the workplace is making the news again. The latest allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein and others have created a "watershed moment." Over a million voices have shared Twitter posts with #MeToo as victims of workplace sexual harassment or abuse.
In honor of Veterans Day 2017, HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®) would like to highlight some of the latest thinking on how to make the most out of hiring and retaining as many as 360,000 men and women who leave the military each year. Experts agree that well-established military-to-civilian integration programs are key for tapping into the veteran population for top talent.
Having an agile organization is imperative for any industry to compete in today's global economy.
When most people think of HR, their minds immediately go to something along the lines of "principal's office" — which couldn’t be further from what HR really does.
In a world where a lot of the conversation is around millennials, it’s important for an organization to ensure every generation is considered and included in their plan for talent management.
When someone thinks about a company’s success—they’ll likely go to a number of contributions like strong leadership, groundbreaking innovation, or a smart product or service.
A few years ago in Europe, I asked a group of business leaders if they had the right culture. Someone responded that their company had purchased tickets to the opera. Today, the issue of culture is no longer a joke or afterthought; it is central to business success.
HR Leads Business recently caught up with Murad Sahawneh, SPHR, GPHR, SPHRi, Global HR Business Manager for Arab Bank.
HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®) was both thrilled and inspired to be a sponsor of the 2017 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala in Palm Desert, Calif.
The art of partnerships. It is one of the most important, yet often overlooked, competencies for human resource managers who want to drive business results.
Several prominent companies have recently reigned in their telecommuting options for employees. It was one of Marissa Mayer’s first moves as CEO of Yahoo! In May, IBM told thousands of employees to report to offices or leave the company. Bank of America, Aetna, Reddit and Best Buy are also pulling back.
Human resource management studies have certainly changed since I first began in this field in the 80s. Today, HR students face new challenges that no other generation has had to face and they need to be more prepared than ever. The typical skills taught in even the best institutions worldwide won't be enough if students don't begin now to know themselves and stand out.