Minimum Wage Continues to Rise with Inflation in ChinaMinimum wage rates continue to climb in China. Pacific Bridge explains why.
Communicate… or Else!Communication gaps in an organization may look to be the fault of management, but what employees don't realize is that they are also to blame. John Baldoni explains.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Appealing EnvironmentHow do you create a more appealing environment at work? Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
IRS Establishes Cross Divisional Team to Combat Improper Tool Reimbursement PlansThe IRS is battling against improper tool reimbursement plans. Littler Mendelson shares this report.
Succession Planning: Investing in the FutureIdentifying and grooming potential leaders within your organization can have a positive effect on morale as well as recruitment and retention efforts. Robert Half International shares more.
The ‘Evilution’ of Workplace ConflictLong-standing disputes can lead to entrenched negative behaviors.
Looking at The Basics of a 401(k) Plan What are the general requirements of a 401(k) plan for employees? How do you start one? M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this look at 401(k) plans by Gary Jiles.
Harnessing the Energy of Change ChampionsWhen I look back at the hundreds of team or organization changes I've been involved in during the last three decades, most successful – and certainly all major ones – were driven by "monomaniacs with a mission", says Jim Clemmer. He shares more in this article.
One In Three People May Sabotage Job Search Efforts After a LayoffJumping into a job too quickly after a layoff may not be a good move for a job seeker.
HRchitect to Conduct Three Webinars Related to its Popular Integrated Talent Management (ITM) ReportHRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, today announced they will present three upcoming complimentary webinars on the topic of The Suite Life of Integrated Talent Management. The webinars will feature Rick Fletcher, President and Founder of HRchitect, along with Matt Lafata, Director of Business Development, and Dan Katavola, VP of Consulting Services.
SMARTPOST CLIMBS HIGHER INTO SOCIAL NETWORKINGClimber.com joins the SmartPost e-media network of sourcing options
CyberShift Obtains CICA 5970 Certification Canadian Certification Complements Continued SAS 70 Type II Compliance in the United States
ChildServe selects CRG emPerform to Complete Employee AppraisalsemPerform from Corporate Renaissance Group has been selected by ChildServe to meet their employee performance management needs.
Pechanga Resort and Casino Wins Big at Talent Management with HalogenSoftware Award Winning Solution Selected to Drive Pay for Performance Strategies
U.S. Employers Keeping Pay Raises Steady for 2009, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsOne in Three Employers Do Not Have Contingency Plans For Further Economic
Slowdown
Linda E. Amuso Named President of Aon Consulting’s Radford Surveys + Consulting Aon Consulting’s Radford Surveys + Consulting, a leading provider of market compensation intelligence and consulting to the high technology and life sciences industries, has announced the appointment of Linda E. Amuso to president.
The Forum Corp., Paradigm Learning Team To Help Organizations Develop Business Acumen, AlignmentThe Forum Corp., a global leader in helping organizations execute strategy through people, and Paradigm Learning, a leader in designing classroom-based business games, simulations and Discovery Maps®, have formed a strategic alliance to enable organizations to develop the business acumen of managers and employees and to achieve better alignment among their people.
Allostatix Webinar Discusses How Employers Can Predict Future Employee Wellness, Control Healthcare July 30 Event describes an evolved health assessment helping employers anticipate future costs in the workplace
HCR Software today announced the hiring of Greg Darnley HCR Software today announced the hiring of Greg Darnley as the new Managing Director of Professional Services.
SilkRoad technology to Sponsor Human Capital InstituteSilkRoad technology to Sponsor Human Capital Institute Onboarding Socialization-Focused 'Innovation Tour' in Atlanta and Boston
FutureResume.com, New Online Job Board, Offers Free Video Resume and Conferencing Capabilities Online Job Board Offers Job Seekers FREE Listing and FREE Video Resume Posting Until Jan. 1, 2009
Pechanga Resort and Casino Wins Big at Talent Management with Halogen SoftwareAward winning solution selected to drive pay for performance strategies.
Dialogue Marketing Is Hiring 75 Full Time Positions Helping To Re-Skill Michigan's WorkforceDialogue Marketing is helping to spur job creation for Michigan's workforce in the expanding health care industry.
The Merial Paws to Save PetsSM Program Continues To Help Pet Shelters Prepare for Natural DisastersPet Shelters Nationwide Awarded Grants Totaling $130,000. This generous grant will assist us in finalizing the preparations needed to sustain our shelter operation and perform essential functions in the event of a hurricane or a similar disaster in the Virginia Beach area.
JobsinHubs.com Network is the Choice Amongst Expatriates for English Language Jobs in EuropeJobsinhubs launches in Germany as network reaches milestone of 200,000 visitors in a single month. Over 150,000 people looking for professional English language jobs in Europe chose the JobsinHubs.com network of job boards last month. In less than two years the JobsinHubs.com network has become an indispensable source for job hunters across the globe looking for English jobs in Europe.
Staroundtable and Hcareers Present The 2008 Hospitality Recruiting & Staffing Leadership AcademyAcademy Offers Hospitality Professionals Highly-Specialized Leadership Training
OrgPublisher by Aquire Enhances Status with SAP ERP 6.0 CertificationAquire, the global leader in workforce planning and management solutions, announced today it has received the SAP® ERP 6.0 certification for its industry-leading organizational charting and reporting solution, OrgPublisher.
Dresser & Associates Partnership with Medcom Provides a Total SolutionDresser & Associates, Inc. recently formed a strategic partnership with Medcom to help their customers cut costs and provide them with a total solution.
New Magazine Launched to Help Human Resources and Employment Managers Select Top Talent New Magazine Launched to Help Human Resources and Employment Managers Select Top Talent and Avoid Making Bad Hires – The Employment Screening Journal
The Employment Screening Journal is the first magazine specifically focused on providing human resource professionals in depth information on employment screening practices.
Results Reported to the Practicing Perfection Institute Reveal Breakthrough Results Reported to the Practicing Perfection Institute Reveal Breakthrough Human Performance and Workplace Safety Improvements Within 14 Months
The RightThing Continues Growth and Success Through Economic DownturnDespite national economic challenges, The RightThing, leader in customized recruitment leadership, training and outsourcing showed strong results in Q2 of 2008 securing fourteen new deals and launching two new product offerings with expansions into the SMB and outplacement markets.
IHRIM Accepting Presentation and Workshop Proposals for its HRMStrategies 2009 San Diego ConferenceInterested in touting your firm’s expertise, best practices and practical tools, or promoting the latest in human resources (HR) technology? If so, the International Association for Human Resources Information Management (IHRIM) invites you to submit presentation or workshop proposals for HRMStrategies 2009, its annual HR information and technology conference. The entry deadline is August 11, 2008.
Fresho.com Announces Partnerships with JobTarget and BrightMove Applicant Tracking SystemsThe ATS partnerships will give Fresho visitors access to a wider selection of job listings. Employers and recruiters who use JobTarget and BrightMove will benefit from Fresho's exclusive and extensive job ad distribution network.
Capella University Announces Two New Online Master's Degree Programs for HR ProfessionalsOnline university's new MS degrees are in Human Resource Management and Organizational Development.
AvMed, Delta Dental team up to provide coverage to Florida businessesAvMed Health Plans and Delta Dental Insurance announce partnership
to provide coverage to Florida businesses
TalentQuest Webinar Discusses How Companies Transform Their Internal Cultures to Benefit Customers July 24 event with Duane Reade will teach HR professionals how to develop cultural skills, knowledge, behaviors and abilities needed for people in key roles to succeed
Infohrm Announces Keynote Sessions and Agenda for 2008 Workforce Analytics and Planning ConferenceEvent Will Focus on Quantifying the Business Impact of Talent Management and Feature Presentations From Over 20 Industry Leaders
PsyMax Solutions Debunks Assessment Myths in New White PaperMisconceptions about using assessments abound, but none of them stand up to the scrutiny of fact and experience. This, according to the new white paper by human capital assessment pioneer PsyMax Solutions.
HRsmart Appoints New Vice President and General Manager David Alcaraz to Lead EuropeHRsmart Appoints New Vice President and General Manager David Alcaraz to Lead Europe, Middle East and North Africa
Built to Serve: How to Drive the Bottom Line with People-First Practices - 600 Word ReviewBuilt to Serve calls for a profound shift in the philosophy and practice of business, arguing that leaders must place people before profits if they wish to ensure sustained success. Find out more. Read the review.
Built to Serve: How to Drive the Bottom Line with People-First Practices - 300 Word ReviewBuilt to Serve calls for a profound shift in the philosophy and practice of business, arguing that leaders must place people before profits if they wish to ensure sustained success. Find out more. Read the review.
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Learning and the 2.0 Collaboration Revolution: Would a Wiki Help Your Organization?CLOs and training managers have witnessed the recent popularity of Web 2.0 technologies, such as wikis, blogs, and podcasts. As organizations struggle to retain and enhance workforce knowledge and manage an increasing information flow, wikis are already playing a crucial role. However, with traditional learning paradigms still prevalent, are these new technologies appropriate for your business, and how can you best integrate them with your program? It is crucial to understand wikis in the Web 2.0 technological and cultural context, as well as current business, learning, and performance support contexts. As you’ll discover, there are many important questions and options that need to be considered before an organization can realize the true potential of wiki technology. Element K shares this report.
Compliance Training: The Reality of Tracking e-Learning CompletionsCompliance training is not typical training. The stakes are generally higher and the program is almost always more visible across the organization. Element K shares this whitepaper.
Management Feedback Day: An Employee's PerspectiveK.R.Ramakrishnan share a report on a HR practice that is becoming popular in India.
Orlando Magic Selects CORT as Preferred Relocation Services ProviderRental Relocation Services Help Magic Personnel Settle Into the Community
The No Complaining Rule: Positive Ways to Deal with Negativity at WorkEvery complaint represents an opportunity to turn something negative into a positive! Enjoy this excerpt from The No Complaining Rule: Positive Ways to Deal with Negativity at Work by Jon Gordon.
How to Get Your College Grad Off Your PayrollRecruiter Salveson Stetson Group shares tips for Executives whose kids are job hunting for the first time.
Keep Growing Into SuccessCo-workers of equal talent should progress equally, right? Wrong. Patricia Wheeler explains more.
Networking. . .Why?Richard Cavalier asks if networking in an organization really works.
How to Counsel Employees Who Have Personal ProblemsDeep personal problems can change the behavior of a normally productive employee. How do you tell if the problems are temporary and how do you deal with the employee effectively? Pat DiDomenico has some suggestions.
What CEO’s Say They Want from HR LeadersCEOs have a view of how HR should function in their organizations, but is it realistic? Judy Enns unravels what talents HR executives should be sharpening.
When Must You Pay For Travel Time? The Fair Labor Standards Act describes who should be entitled to compensation for travel time. Is the Act fair to all? M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this look.
IRS Releases 2009 Health Savings Account LimitsThe Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released Revenue Procedure 2008-29, establishing the 2009 annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution limitations, Littler Mendelson explains more.
Ethical Behavior in the WorkplaceCalling in sick for a day off a week in advance is a challenge for any department. Rebecca Harris takes a look at the issue.
U.S. Companies Not Effectively Managing Workplace Flexibility Programs Lack of consistency, communication and measurement tools around workplace flexibility leads to under-valued programs, a recent Hewitt Associates study found.
Littler Mendelson Strengthens LA Presence with Employment Litigation Expert Helene WassermanLittler Mendelson continues its expansion with the addition of the firm's newest Shareholder, Helene Wasserman, to Littler's Los Angeles office.
Results Reported to the Practicing Perfection Institute Reveal Breakthrough Results Reported to the Practicing Perfection Institute Reveal Breakthrough Human Performance and Workplace Safety Improvements Within 14 Months
GeoLearning Recognized as One of the Best Privately Held Software CompaniesLeading on-demand learning and performance management platform provider named to JMP Securities' Hot 100 List.
Partnership with EBSCO Publishing brings clients enhanced eHealth resource HealthFitness expands eHealth content, providing health management clients with five times more health information online
With a Strong First Half of 2008, HRchitect Looks Forward to a Record Setting YearHRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, is on pace to finish 2008 with significant growth over 2007.
Sexual Bias and Glass Ceiling Issues Remain Intact in the 21st Centuryi4cp study finds more than half of companies have faced sexual discrimination complaints; most choose to handle them in-house and quietly
SHL Americas Introduces New Report That Predicts Work BehaviorReliable, Practical Tool Helps Organizations Make Smart Workforce Decisions
Learn How to Strengthen Workforce AnalyticsWant to eliminate decision-making errors based on limitations of traditional human resources (HR) metrics? Do you need to learn how to combine statistics, process control charts and advanced Web tools to enhance your workforce analytics?
New SDL White Paper Explores Shared Leadership Trends in Family-Owned BusinessesIn recent years, shared leadership at the top of organizations within private industry is increasingly common. This management and succession planning trend is never more important – or more complex – than within a family-owned business.
Survey: Most Non-Profits Risk Losing Growth Opportunities Due to Underinvestment A new survey from Common Impact, a nonprofit organization that is helping global corporations and local non-profits build stronger communities through employee engagement programs, shows that most non-profits invest less than two percent of their operating budgets in critical organizational areas such as IT, finance and marketing. This underinvestment indicates an opportunity for businesses to partner with nonprofits to help bolster organizational effectiveness through employee engagement programs. Common Impact estimates that $1.1 billion in net new nonprofit resources could be generated by the successful implementation of these programs.
NAS Addresses Recruitment Challenges at NCHRA Meeting Acknowledging a projected shortage of nearly 10 million workers by 2010, NAS Recruitment Communications announced today that Matthew Kaiser, Vice President and Talent Strategist, will present tactics to meet this hiring challenge at the NCHRA Recruitment & Talent Management Conference. The event is being held on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco.
Expertus and Training Industry, Inc. Launch New Study on Internal Marketing of Corporate Training Expertus, a global leader in helping companies fuel business growth by maximizing the value of training investments, and Training Industry, Inc., an objective and trusted expert on the marketplace for learning, today announced that they have launched a new survey, Internal Marketing for Corporate Training Programs.
Ceridian To Host 21st Annual Customer ConferenceAttendees will have opportunities for training, accreditation, and networking at INSIGHTS 2008.
myStaffingPro® Applicant Tracking System Increases Web 2.0 FunctionalitymyStaffingPro increases job sharing with Web 2.0 functionality on clients’ career search screens.
First Comprehensive Salary Survey Results for the MEP Industry ReleasedResults from the first comprehensive salary survey for mechanical, electrical and plumbing professionals were released today by MEP Jobs. The survey, which is co-sponsored by Nexstar and Contracting Business magazine, represents the answers of over 2,000 participants throughout North America.
The Manager's Guide to Rewards - 600 Word ReviewThe Manager’s Guide to Rewards is a pragmatic rewards handbook for managers. It demonstrates how rewards can be linked to business concerns, such as ROI and company strategy. Find out more. Read this review.
The Manager's Guide to Rewards - 300 Word ReviewThe Manager’s Guide to Rewards is a pragmatic rewards handbook for managers. It demonstrates how rewards can be linked to business concerns, such as ROI and company strategy. Find out more. Read this review.
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Seven Signs That You May Be Stuck In Your JobIt may have been your job choice a few years ago, but as time has passed, you find yourself in the same role. Are you stuck? You likely are not alone. ClearRock shares its findings.
The Global War on Talent: Keeping One Step AheadA flexible workforce and a dynamic strategy are required for today`s global marketplace. Michael Potter explains in detail.
What Really Drives Performance in Your Organization?Developing an intellectual workforce is necessary to drive the success, growth and performance of our business. As we develop this workforce, are we able to understand how to increase their performance? Oi Partners examines what really drives performance in your organization.
Military to Civilian Placement Firm Bradley-Morris Featured in The Virginian-Pilot Article profiles the company's free military job seeker services for those undergoing military to civilian transition.
WorkforceLogic to Sponsor Human Capital Institute 'Blended Workforce' Innovation TourThe Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and educator that is advancing the science of strategic talent management, has announced that WorkforceLogic, an innovative workforce management company focused on risk mitigation, talent acquisition management and contingent workforce planning, will sponsor a live, three-city HCI Innovation Tour focused on creating an effective, blended workforce that satisfies the demands of multi-generational talent.
ELI® Addresses JCAHO Alert on Disruptive Behavior in HealthcareBuilding a Culture of Safety is Key. With the release of a new JCAHO Sentinel Alert underscoring the risks of disruptive and inappropriate behavior by healthcare professionals, ELI is providing clients with resources, services, and programming to address new JCAHO standards, engage leadership, and build a culture of safety and professionalism. An ongoing ELI survey will delve further into the specific behaviors creating the greatest patient safety and quality risks.
New COMPANY fosters flexible work arrangements for today's changing workforceInnovative website serves as resource, support for companies and
individuals in search of non-traditional work solutions
Learn How to Select the Human Resources System You NeedIf you are responsible for selecting a new or updating an existing human resources (HR) system for your company, where do you start? The variety of HR service delivery solutions has made the selection process more complex than ever.
New TalentQuest White Paper Details Key Personality Traits, Competencies of Effective PerformersGreater talent pool provides unique opportunity for financial institutions to develop “all-star” teams during sluggish economy
Leader Retention is Focus of NAS Expert at HHRMACNAS Recruitment Communications announced today that Matthew Kaiser, Vice President and Talent Strategist, will present an engaging presentation on "Recruiting and Retaining Leaders" at the Healthcare Human Resources Management Association of California (HHRMAC) conference on Tuesday, July 22nd.
iCIMS Reaches 600 Client MilestoneSoftware-as-a-Service Provider Reaches 600 Customer Mark, Adding Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Jamba Juice, Room and Board, and more, as New Clients
Top U.S. Clinic Boosts Employer of Choice Status with Halogen SoftwareTop U.S. Clinic Boosts Employer of Choice Status with Halogen Software; Illinois-Based Carle Clinic and Health Alliance Select Leader in Employee Performance and Talent Management
CyberShift to Showcase Award-Winning Expense Management Solution at NBTA Only Enterprise Vendor to Offer the Full Capabilities of its Expense Management Solution on the BlackBerry® Smartphone; Improving Workflow and Productivity for Mobile Workers
Global talent shortage in accounting and finance persistsReport Finds Hiring and Retaining Skilled Professionals Still Challenging
iCIMS Hits 600 Client MilestoneSoftware-as-a-Service Provider Reaches 600 Customer Mark, Adding Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Jamba Juice, Room and Board, and more, as New Clients
Growth in HR Information ManagementDrives Newcomers to 2008 IHRIM Conference, Leads to New Certification
You don’t need a broker to take out some “Career Insurance” advises online recruiter, WallStJobs.comSo think, “Lean” and “Green” to help stay on the team!
Talent Technology Corporation Acquires PeopleFilterKey Acquisition Accelerates Recruiting Software Company’s Strong Organic Growth, Broadens Product Portfolio and Strengthens Management Team
Abdicating Project Management to Vendors Can Be HazardousWhen organizations give responsibility to a third party they too often abdicate many of the responsibilities that they should retain. Info-Tech shares more.
Vietnam Loosens Restrictions on Foreign EmployeesForeign workers are continuing to enter into Vietnam. The country's looser restrictions are changing the Vietnamese workforce. Pacific Bridge shares more.
When it is Time to Change, Open up the Communication PipelineIf change is afoot, people want to know about it. In fact, as the winds of change begin to swirl, employees want as much information and “face time” as they can get. Lawrence Polsky shares more.
Keep Workers Safe During Hot Weather Training programs for employees should extend beyond corporate lessons. At-risk employees need to be trained to deal with the elements. M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this article by Jennifer L. Howard.
Change for the Better: Marketing Your New Technical Support Team - Part ThreeYou've built your technical support team and now it's time to unveil it. It is not enough to just describe what the team will do, you must sell it. Randy Miller shares the third part of his look at Change for the Better.
Singapore to Implement New Regulations for Hiring Foreign WorkersNew regulations will be placed on foreign workers in Singapore. Pacific Bridge has the details.