BlessingWhite Partners with Authors of Best-Selling "Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?"Global consulting firm BlessingWhite announces a partnership with Europe's foremost experts on organizational culture and leadership, Professors Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones, to offer a blended leadership development experience based on the international best-selling book "Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?" Research indicates that successful leaders focus on building and managing their relationships with their followers. Great leadership excites people to exceptional performance.
Companies Continue to Add Wellness Programs, Watson Wyatt/NBGH Survey FindsFinancial Incentives to Encourage Program Use Vary in Effectiveness
theHRshow 2009 Goes VirtualHRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting, and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, has confirmed that theHRshow 2009 is going virtual and has been extended to a three day event.
Continuing Rise in Unemployment Causing More People to Pursue Freelancing & Contract WorkAny work will do, that's what many who have been recently laid off are finding. As OI Partners has discovered, many unemployed workers are turning to freelance or contract work to make it through the tough times.
Make Better Hires Improves Recruiting Efforts, Strengthens TeamGet Better Hires, the patent pending employee engagement diagnostic software from Improved Experience, is allowing clients to improve recruiting efforts, create stronger teams and increase credibility with candidates.
iCIMS Announces Record Breaking 1st Quarter With More Than 50 New Customer SigningsSoftware-as-a-Service Provider Secures Position as One of the Top Three Providers of Talent Acquisition Solutions and Narrows the Gap Between Industry Runner-Up Kenexa (NASDAQ: KNXA)
Classifind.com.au New Site LaunchClassifind.com.au, Australia's largest aggregator of classified listings, has recently launched a website to make it easier to find jobs.
Evaluating RPO Providers: Cost Comparison Doesn't Tell the Whole StoryI'm pleased to announce the release of a new Futurestep Whitepaper, Changing the Conversation: Rethinking Procurement and Performance for Real RPO Value. This publication is developed by Bob McNabb, and it it intended as discussion guide to highlight other factors, besides cost, that are key areas of consideration for companies as they evaluate RPO vendors.
USACC Promotes Investment in Immigrant Education and CultureThe United States African Chamber of Commerce (USACC) commends the immigrant community in the U.S., recognizing their contributions to the economy, intellectual capital, and social fabric of the nation.
About the Center for Applied Cognitive StudiesThe Center for Applied Cognitive Studies is passionate about optimizing people at work and at school. We provide state-of-the-art personality assessment, reports, and systems applications for businesses, schools, and organizations through a global network of internal and external consultants and international affiliate companies who use the Five-Factor Model of Personality and related brain research in their work. Our signature assessment product is the WorkPlace Big Five Profile. Through the Internet, training programs, annual learning conference, and publishing, the Center for Applied Cognitive Studies provides high quality products, cutting edge information, and support services.
Innovations in Leadership Development from Interaction AssociatesMedtronic has been added to the roster of top companies that will present with leadership development experts from Interaction Associates (IA) at the Conference Board's 2008 Leadership Development Conference, to be held in two different cities over four days in May and June, 2009.
Nobscot Hosts 3 Free Employee Retention Webinars from April 16-30Webinars Cover Onboarding, Social Networking & Exit Interviews
Ceridian Partners with ACI to Provide Tax Credit ServicesCeridian Tax Credit Services can reduce tax liability, improve bottom line financial results
Puget Sound Business Consultants - The Broad Reach Group - Launch Quick Turn-Around StrategyRegion 10 Administrators Of The Small Business Administration Say Business Consulting Services Can Help Companies Survive Recession
WorkForce Software Highlights Enablement of Strategic HR Increasing Complexity and Compliance Issues Drive the Need for New Level of Flexibility
Onboarding Best PracticesEmerald Software brings you the latest in Onboarding Best Practices
The Good News: AllRetailJobs.com Expects Retailers to Hire Millions of New Employees in 2009Retailers leave “big three” job boards as they work to reduce costs on candidate sourcing
WFD Survey: Increased workload, workplace pressure and stress are taking toll on workersWorkloads and associated stress are increasing in the workplace while employee morale, motivation, and endurance are declining, according to a survey of business leaders and work-life experts conducted by WFD Consulting.
Kelly Services Deploys Cornerstone OnDemand’s Integrated Talent Management Suite Kelly Services Deploys Cornerstone OnDemand’s Integrated Talent Management Suite to Nearly 659,000 Users Worldwide
Estimated to be the largest SaaS deployment, Kelly Services is using Cornerstone’s comprehensive suite to manage and develop its temporary and full-time employees
Accurate Background Announces ISO 9001:2000 RecertificationFew service providers in the background checking industry have achieved ISO certification
Leadership on Purpose If the main reason for a company's existence is profit, it is often not very profitable. When a company is fixated with the bottom line, there's a good chance it won't survive. The dollar sign isn't a cause. Jim Clemmer shares more.
The Eight Self-Building Factors For Generation Y Bruce Tulgan shares his eight top self-building factors for Generation Y workers.
Half of Workers Who Were Laid Off in the Last Three Months Found JobsDespite it being one of the most challenging hiring environments in the nation’s history, 41 percent of workers who were laid off from full-time jobs in the last three months reported they found a new full-time, a Career Builder survey reveals.
One in Three Employees Don’t Adapt to Changes at WorkIs your workforce able to adapt to change and increase their effectiveness on the job?
Most Employers Underestimate Full Costs of Employee Health on ProductivityLarge multi-employer study indicates that the costs of poor health are much greater for employers
than medical and pharmaceutical spending alone
Companies See Fewer Sales Force Reductions in 2009, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsOther Cost-Cutting Measures to Ease as Companies Look to Grow Revenue
How to Leverage the Strengths of Four Generations Through MentoringHow do you unite four generations of workers and keep all of them engaged? Cecile Peterkin explains.
The End of the Relationship How do you end an employment relationship well? Christina Thacker shares her advice.
Keep Your KeepersCharlie Wonderlic shares four reasons employees stay on the job, and ways to spot them in the hiring process.
Cobra CalculusJennifer Benz suggests helping employees recognize the value of company-sponsored benefits is important. Before you know it, they may not be available.
Recruiters and HR Executives Collaborate to Offer Job Search and Interview TrainingAn elite group of human resources executives, entrepreneurs and recruiters has been created to offer career consultations as well as job search and interview training to help people find jobs during the sluggish economy. A portion of all proceeds derived will be donated to local charities.
Are You Ready? TalentDrive Releases 2009 Recruiting Analysis VideoTalentDrive today released an innovative look at the recruitment market in 2009 in the form of a dynamic video titled "Are You Ready?". This video looks back to the beginning of online recruiting, as well as all the challenges recruiters face now and in the future, showing the comparison to today's mainstream acceptance of resume posting, candidate sourcing and overall online usage.
RetiredBrains.com Sees Web Traffic Skyrocket Web traffic to RetiredBrains.com, a job and information source for retirees and people planning their retirement, has increased three-fold in the past year, says site founder.
About ELIFrom our roots in sexual harassment training and related programming designed to change workplace behavior and minimize legal risk, ELI has continued to evolve since our establishmen in 1986. Today, building on the philosophy of our founder and President Stephen M. Paskoff, Esq., a former EEOC trial attorney and management law firm partner, we provide a variety of programs and services that teach professional workplace conduct, helping our clients translate their values into behaviors, increase employee contribution, build respectful and inclusive cultures, and reduce legal and ethical risk. Since the company’s inception, more than one million people around the globe have participated in ELI training, building practical skills that help bring to life their organization’s commitment to civility, fairness, and professionalism in the workplace.
HRmarketer.com Unveils New SEO Center for Human Resource SuppliersHRmarketer partners with ZoomRank, a web-based service that monitors search engine rankings; service will help suppliers track rankings and optimize visibility campaigns
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR IHRIM’S 2009 CONFERENCE & TECHNOLOGY EXPODiscover real-world solutions, timely ideas and innovative perspectives from human resources (HR) and HR information management’s sharpest minds at the International Association for Human Resources Information Management’s (IHRIM) 2009 Conference and Technology Exposition.
Tips on Managing Compensation in a DownturnNew KnowledgePay checklist helps decision-makers position companies to succeed when economy improves
New web site on dental as part of health care reformNew Delta Dental Web Site Educates Americans
on Dental as a Part of Health Care Reform
Authentic Conversations: Moving from Manipulation to Truth and Commitment - 600 Word ReviewAuthentic Conversations show the way to change the ways in which you communicate with both your peers and your subordinates at work. Functional and ordinary conversations can lead to a workforce that is engaged and energized, or to one that is alienated and uninspired. Find out more. Read this review.
Authentic Conversations: Moving from Manipulation to Truth and Commitment - 300 Word ReviewAuthentic Conversations show the way to change the ways in which you communicate with both your peers and your subordinates at work. Functional and ordinary conversations can lead to a workforce that is engaged and energized, or to one that is alienated and uninspired. Find out more. Read this review.
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Driving Employee Engagement Through CoachingEmployee engagement is good for retaining good employees, increasing customer satisfaction, and ultimately increasing profits. In First Break all the Rules: What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently, Marcus Buckingham describes the factors which lead to an effective workplace and concludes that an employee’s manager, not the company, is the critical link to employee engagement.
The impact of the ARRA COBRA Subsidy on Domestic Partner and Same-Sex Spouse BenefitsTRI-AD's COBRA department has been receiving questions on how the COBRA subsidy applies to qualified beneficiaries who have a domestic partner or same-sex spouse. We have written an article that addresses this in detail, including examples of what amount is subsidy-eligible and what is not. Read the article at https://www.tri-ad.com/clients/dp_cobra_sub.aspx
Global Leaders Need a Different Way of Being SmartIs there such a thing as a “global leader?” If there is, what characteristics do they exhibit? How do we identify them? How do we feed and nourish their development? How can I develop my personal profile as a “global leader”?
Lessons from Cultural Perspectives: FatalismFatalism is not always such a bad trait. Maybe, in these difficult times, we can learn
something from our friends whose cultures are more fatalistic - they can give us a different,
maybe more useful perspective, and a way of maintaining our peace of mind as we deal with
difficult times.
The Power of Social Networking in a RecessionIn recessionary times it is very smart to stay in touch with as many social and professional contacts as possible. Reinforcing the connections with the people you work with and improving your ability to stay in touch with and expand your “network” of contacts, is a great way to join - or use - the digital revolution...
Despite Recession, Most Companies Not Making Changes to SeveranceA recent Right Management study has found that presently many organizations have no plans to change their severance policies.
Adviser to Fortune 500 Companies Shares Three Steps to Take During This Recession Dr. William Guillory, renowned expert in leadership, diversity and creativity launches "Leading During Turbulent Times--The FuturePerfect Leadership Model," a course for innovative companies and organizations that are remaking themselves.
Recruiting Pods: Customized Podcasts For Recruitment AgenciesThe recession has hit the recruiting industry especially hard. With fewer job listings and intense competition, recruiting firms need to standout more than ever before. Recruiting Pods offers a rich media podcast service to help recruiters gain competitive advantage.
HRmarketer.com Unveils New SEO Center for Human Resource SuppliersHRmarketer partners with ZoomRank, a web-based service that monitors search engine rankings; service will help suppliers track rankings and optimize visibility campaigns
Innovative Team-Building Day is Business HeavenPositive Approach has won acclaim from prestigious companies for their new "Apprentice Day", a unique team-building day. This pioneering approach to team-building helps develop real business skills.
Engaging Employees Tops Leadership Priorities in Tough TimesRight Management shares results of a recent poll that looked at the most important leadership practices of some organizations to achieve business goals.
Scottsdale, AZ company obtains performance assessment certificationVanderzee & Associates, Inc. - Executive Search is now certified to administer the TAIS performance assessment. This cutting-edge, on-line performance measurement tool serves corporate clients in the areas of recruitment, selection, coaching and teambuilding.
Huthwaite Announces New Integrated Learning Experience, SPIN 2.0 and Coaching SPIN 2.0Huthwaite is proud to announce the release of SPIN® 2.0 - the evolution of selling and the new Integrated Learning Experience. For more than 30 years the original SPIN Selling has been a powerful engine for sales performance improvement in Fortune 50 companies and organizations of all sizes across the globe and the new SPIN 2.0 builds upon this proven, time-tested model.
True to Our SoulsLife is a limited time offer. Too often our "dash" becomes a mad dash. We rush around trying to do and have it all. We become human doings rather than human beings. Jim Clemmer shares more on how to be true to our souls.
iCIMS Sponsored Webinar to Cover Effective Approaches for Measuring & Justifying Recruiting CapitaliCIMS and Recruiting Trends.com to offer complimentary webinar on April 14th, 1:00 pm (ET) on utilizing benchmarks, analytics, and metrics to prove the effectiveness of Recruiting Programs
Walton Management Services to Host Webinar on Economic Stimulus and Business Tax CreditsWebinar will give legislative update on expanded federal and state tax credit categories for businesses, based on newly-passed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Morehead Presents Webinar on "He Said...She Said: How Gender Differences Impact Physician EngagementThis is Part II of II Part Webinar Series on "How Generation and Gender Impact Physician Engagement"
Knewton Raises $6 Million Round Of Funding Led By Bessemer Venture Partners and Accel PartnersSeries B Financing Fuels Market Expansion to Meet Growing Demand for Adaptive Learning Engine and Online Test Prep Services
MyExpertSolution Announces Partnership with My Wellchoice+MyExpertSolution announced today a partnership with My Wellchoice+, a leading provider of wellness programs to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide.
S2Verify LLC, the New Process Innovator in Employment ScreeningS2Verify Applies its Innovative and Proprietary Actionable Screening Intelligence (ASI) Technology to a Rapidly-Emerging, Highly Under-Served Market - Tenant Screening.
New service, Fed Job Site, Provides Guidance for Applying for Federal JobsFed Job Site offers counseling for translating civilian resumes to federal resumes and the process of applying for federal jobs. The services include a web based seminar, Applying for a Federal Job, on the basics of the application process plus multiple levels of customized individual support depending upon the applicant's needs. See FedJobSite.com for details.
Intelius Screening Solutions Partners with eScreen to Deliver Pre-Integrated Drug Screening SolutionTurn-key solution eliminates paper and administration of a traditional drug testing program.
Survey Underscores Importance of Keeping Higher Education AffordableResults of a major nationwide survey examining the effect of the recession on adult learners underscore the importance of keeping higher education tuition affordable, and reinforce American Public University System's (APUS) focus on offering high-value, career-relevant, online degree programs, APUS President Wallace E. Boston, Jr. said today.
How Does A Tennis Ball Know That You Will Follow Through on Your Swing?The Invisible Power of Positive Intent!
By: Susan Reece, PhD and Andrea Chilcote
When my tennis coach tells me that I didn’t follow through on my swing, I ask myself how the ball “knows.” The trajectory of the ball is influenced by all of the nuances of my stance, approach, contact and follow through because they are all connected in one fluid motion. Similarly, each interaction we engage in is influenced by the nuances of our facial expression, body language and verbal tone as well as the words we choose. Those subtle and powerful conveyors of meaning are a result of the intention with which we approach the interaction, as well as the intention we presume the other person brings to the party.
Conenza Launches Corporate Social Networking Pilot Program Enabling Global 2000 companies to quickly and cost-effectively prove the value of a corporate social network
Locum Tenens Network joins National Association of Locum Tenens OrganizationsLocumTenensNetwork.com announced today that it has joined the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO).
Findley Davies announces the launch of www.hrjourney.comFindley Davies is proud to announce the launch of www.hrjourney.com, a new web destination for HR professionals interested in navigating the HR Transformation landscape, sharing their journey with others, and learning from our consultants and other HR professionals. HRJourney.com is a supplemental website to Findley Davies’ corporate website, www.findleydavies.com.
Prescription Solutions Provides Innovative Real-Time, Multi-Provider and Multi-Pharmacy InterventionPrescription Solutions Provides Innovative Real-Time, Multi-Provider and
Multi-Pharmacy Intervention Program to Prevent Dangerous Drug Interactions
Silver award-winning program also identified six most prevalent drug interactions and
resolved potential problems for 40% of program participants
UltiPro® Helps HR Departments Increase Efficiencies and Reduce Costs by "Going Green"Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, today announced that three of its customers—National Life Group, the San Diego Convention Center, and Scottsdale Healthcare—are realizing business and environmental benefits with UltiPro’s human capital management (HCM) solution, Web-based employee self-service, talent management, and benefits enrollment functionality.
Decision Toolboxs CEO Identifies Critical Talent Management Strategies at Womens Business SymposiumKim Shepherd, panelist at Comerica Bank’s 3rd Annual Women’s Business Symposium, spoke to over one hundred professional business women and women business owners on strategies to fight fear, build employee engagement, retain key talent, and enhance corporate culture.
HCI Announces Upcoming Conferences in San Francisco and BostonHuman Capital Institute Announces Upcoming Conferences:
Strategic Talent Acquisition in San Francisco and Workforce Planning in Boston
Events to Draw Nationwide Audience of Talent Management Professionals
Unum Maintains Market Leadership in Group Long Term CareUnum (NYSE:UNM) maintained its market leadership in cases and employees covered by its group long term care product in 2008, noting gains among existing customers who either expanded coverage to more employees or increased the benefit amount. The industry as a whole saw benefit increases to existing plans more than double in 2008, according to annual sales research from LIMRA.
Adicio and High Gear Media Sign Content Syndication AgreementAdicio Inc., the leading provider of interactive classified advertising software solutions for media companies, today announced that it has signed a content syndication agreement with High Gear Media and its network of owned-and-operated websites targeting car-buying audiences.
The Training Associates Becomes Certified Member of WBENCLeading Trainer Consultants and Solutions Company Looks to Expand Global Partnerships
TalentDrive Releases 2009 Recruiting Analysis Video Are You Ready? TalentDrive today released an innovative look at the recruitment market in 2009 in the form of a dynamic video titled “Are You Ready?”.
Tips for HR to Manage an Overload of Resumes and Avoid Legal Issues The current resume overload is advantageous because many top-quality candidates have returned to the job market. However, there are also many unqualified candidates flooding the market with their resumes. How should HR deal with the practical and legal issues of receiving such an overwhelming onslaught of resumes? M. Lee Smith shares this report.
Transforming Conflict: Replacing Blaming “You”s with Tactfully Assertive “I”sIn conflict situations, the most effective communication invariably blends both head and heart. The Stress Doctor, Mark Gorkin is "in" and explains more.
Employee Communication: 6 Steps to Communicate ChangeEmployee communication strategies must engage, not just inform. Marcia Xenitelis explains.
New Hire Action Plans for Employers & EmployeesTraditionally, an action plan maps out steps that an employee will take to achieve goals that will assist them in their growth and development in a company or industry. I propose to you, that action plans be implemented for all major company tasks, i.e. hiring, marketing, training, product development, and the list goes on.
Recession... What Can Employees Do?A lot of people are feeling out of control in the work place these days. Rumors abound, and most of them are reinforcing our private fears of lay-offs, pay cuts, and subsequent financial ruin. What’s an employee to do?
The Six Biggest Applicant Lies!Truth About Hiring Millennials and Generation XersDoes it really matter how young or old a job candidate is or does it matter how productive he/she could be? Dr. Michael Mercer explains more.
SilkRoad technology Supports ResumePal Universal Job Application StandardWorks Seamlessly with Market-Leading Recruiting Management System OpenHire
Test Your Knowledge of Canada by Playing YES! LoonLounge.com introduces a new way to study for the Canadian Citizenship test, fun trivia for Canadian citizens!
Hogan Assessment Systems Launches New BrandHogan Assessment Systems today unveiled a sweeping transformation of its corporate identity and product line up. Hogan’s new charismatic brand is a representation of the company’s innovative ideas and masterfully-designed products and services.
Joan Lloyd’s HR Words of Advice: Job Hunting for The RustyMany job hunters today haven't had to update their resumes in years. Times have changed when it comes to searching for a job. Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
ERC Dataplus Promotes Two Current Senior Executives To New PositionsERC Dataplus, a leading human resource technology company, today announced that Peter Clarke has been appointed President and COO and Carla Knoll was made Executive Vice President, Channel Management.
ICon Launches Educational Video on 1099 Compliance FactoidsICon Professional Services, a national company specializing in workforce compliance, announced today the launch of an educational "Did you Know" video to bring awareness to the risks associated with the misclassification of independent contractors.
'Recruiting Makeover' Contest Launches at TAPC ConferenceWin a $50,000 Complete Business Renovation
CheckPoint HR Benefits Group Celebrates National Employee Benefits DayIn celebration of National Employee Benefits Day, CheckPoint HR Benefits Group today has announced a new division focused on retirement and 401K benefits.
Ergonomics: Safety or Wellness Issue?This is an article I wrote for the wellness newsletter of a health related non-profit.
New Online ABA Resource Helps Lawyers Survive Tough EconomyEconomic Recovery Resources Web Portal Offers Assistance to Legal Professionals
Early College High Schools Provide Bold Solution to Educating Every StudentWeek of May 4-10 Celebrates Success of 200 Schools in National Program - "In a global economy where the most valuable skill you can sell is your knowledge, a good education is no longer just a pathway to opportunity, it is a prerequisite." -- President Barack Obama
'Land a Tech Job' with GigFish, a New Online Job Site for the High-tech SectorDespite the economic downtown, the demand for high-tech jobs continues to remain positive. GigFish hopes to meet this demand with their new, low-cost online job site for the high-tech sector.
Unique Service Offers Live Online Job Assistance During Tough Economic Times Brainfuse.com brings its online expertise in educational assistance programs to job seekers with its new JobNow job assistance service.
Chief Operating Officer of PDRI, a PreVisor Company, Presented with SIOP AwardElaine D. Pulakos, Ph.D. honored at 24th Annual Conference in New Orleans, and releases new book on performance management.
General Counsel and Law Industry Insiders Chronicle Rapidly Changing Legal Services IndustryNew book outlines how entrepreneurs are unbundling services to respond to corporate cost-reduction mandates; 19 interviews included
Home of HometownQuotes Makes BusinessWeek's List of Cities to Launch Startups BusinessWeek editors name Franklin, TN among top 50 small U.S. cities to start a business