Deceptive Labor Law Posting Tactics ContinueG.Neil launches Freeposteraudit.com to Help Businesses With Compliance
Sharing Family History the Inspiration for New Children’s StoryThe art of storytelling and familial pride beam from the pages of Toco the Toucan’s first book.
Workscape Expands Outsourced Benefits Administration Sales ForceRodney Fredia Assumes Responsibility for Western Regional Sales
GeoLearning's GeoMaestro LMS Platform Named "Best of 2007" Finalist by E-Learning! Magazine ReadersOn-demand performance and learning management platform recognized for the
3rd consecutive year in the e-learning industry's annual Readers' Choice Awards.
Cost of Co-Pays on PPO Plans Increases in Alabama, Louisiana and MississippiWith prescription costs on the rise across the country, Compdata Surveys reviewed the cost of co-pays over the last three years in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. The Compensation Data 2007 – Mid-South results revealed prescription co-pay costs for all drug levels on PPO plans have increased since 2005 across the region. However, the survey of 198 organizations reported generic co-pay costs have fluctuated over the last three years for all plan types.
Errors in Your Hiring Process Can Lead to Big Trouble ... How to Avoid Costly Hiring MistakesThe top three common -- and costly -- hiring mistakes...and how to avoid them.
Julie Egbert has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal in the firm's San Francisco officeEgbert joins Buck from SAP America, Inc., where she served as Principal.
Debbie Klarfeld To Lead Operations And Development For First Advantage ADR Debbie Klarfeld To Lead Operations And Development For First Advantage ADR And Transportation Services
It's estimated that roughly 60 percent of Americans caring for older loved ones also work full-timeWithout backup care in place, many of these working caregivers would be unable to balance their professional and caregiving responsibilities.
Watson Wyatt Study Reveals Six Communication "Secrets" of Top-Performing EmployersCompanies With Most Effective Communication Programs Net Greater
Shareholder Returns
Holidays Compound Already High Stress LevelsWhen holiday stress is placed on top of already excessively high stress levels individuals feel year-round, it’s no wonder the holiday season is one of the most demanding times of the year. Just type holiday stress into the Google search bar and more than 7 million results pop up.
Most Companies Foresee Increased Recruiting and StaffingActivity in 2008, Despite Economic ConcernsJobfox Poll Finds Employers Looking in New Places for Top Candidates
BERNARD HODES GROUP STUDY REVEALS THAT MORE COMPANIES NEED TO FOCUS RECRUITING EFFORTS ON RETENTIONEmphasis on quality of hire a must for decreased attrition rates
Axiom Consulting Partners Announces the Release of the Fourth in Its Series of 'Winning Axioms'Winning Axiom #4 tackles the apparent disconnect between the admission by 75% of senior executives that retaining critical talent is their most pressing issue, and the recognition by only 4% of those same executives that they believe their company to be world-class in people management.
New Candidate Board Empowers ClientsTempWorks Software announces new Candidate Board as part of its web portal suite.
New Bersin & Associates’ study examines how Nortel deployed TEDS as a single platform New Bersin & Associates’ study examines how Nortel deployed TEDS as a single platform to manage worldwide learning.
The Lindenberger Group Launches New Online Education ProgramsTargets Professionals Seeking to Strengthen Business and Management Skills
SALARY.COM™ SURVEY REVEALS SALARY DIFFERENTIALS FOR CEOs AT SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE COMPANIESMedian salary for small business CEOs is $233,500 compared to $849,375 for large businesses according to Salary.com Small Business Executive Compensation Survey
VISANOW 2008 Delivers Increased Performance with Focus on a Simplified User Experience HR Departments Accelerate Immigration Processing and Ensure Employee
Application Approval with VISANOW's New User Interface
ShirleyBOARD.com Makes Distance Less of a Factor for Many Caregivers This Holiday SeasonShirleyBOARD.com provides families of senior loved ones a convenient way to stay in touch, share family news, and learn about distance caregiving.
ICICI Group Runs SumTotal Enterprise Suite to Align Enterprise-Wide Learning and PerformanceSumTotal(TM) Systems (Nasdaq:SUMT), a global provider of talent and learning
management solutions, and its global partner New Delhi-based NIIT
Limited announced the successful implementation of its award-winning
Learning Management System at ICICI Group, a leading financial
services group in India.
Even Managers Agree that Telecommuting Can WorkFPC Workplace Web Poll Data indicates that 85 percent of the American workforce believes that telecommuting is a great workplace trend. Interestingly, when broken down by seniority, the same feelings hold. "More and more companies across different industries are open to telecommuting situations. It's a way to attract or retain top employees," said FPC CEO & President Ron Herzog.
TALX to Conduct Workshop on Latest Changes to Form I-9 at HR.com’s VIEW ConferenceRecent moves by states to mandate use of e-verify shapes compliance issues for employers.
John O'Donnell has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Atlanta officeO'Donnell joins Buck after serving as Director of Human Resources at Bloomin Apple, a casual dining franchise group. He also held senior corporate HR positions with several other companies.
CivilianJobs.com Announces Build-Your-Own Job Fair Package for 2008 Military Job Fairs ScheduleCivilianJobs.com Military Job Fairs put transitioning military and ex-military job seekers face-to-face with civilian employers.
Scott Dunbar has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal and Market Leader Scott Dunbar has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal and Market Leader for the firm's San Francisco office
A COMPANY’S REPUTATION AND PERFORMANCE INFLUENCE OPINIONS OF SENIOR MANAGEMENT The Kenexa Research Institute Examines the Impact of a Company’s Performance and Reputation on Employees’ Views of Senior Managemen
Talent Technology’s Resume Mirror Extraction Enterprise product to improve user experienceTalent Technology Corporation, an award-winning provider of recruitment technology, today announced the selection of its Resume Mirror Extraction Enterprise product by reed.co.uk, based in London, UK.
Reliable Leadership Methods Lead to Better Employee PerformanceA common leadership method is the best way to inspire great employee performance, says Impact Achievement Group
Impact Achievement Group’s Breakthrough Approach using the Harrison Assessment® SystemTeam Building – Impact Achievement Group’s Breakthrough Approach using the Harrison Assessment® System
A popular assessment tool can revolutionize team building, says Impact Achievement Group
Monster HR Alliance Program Expands to Offer Global CapabilitiesFirst Advantage and HRSmart to Offer International Capabilities to U.S. Employers; European-based Jobpartners Joins Alliance
Buck Consultants Survey: Health Care Costs Projected to Increase at Double-Digit LevelsCosts for the most popular types of health care coverage are projected to increase at double-digit rates through the remainder of 2007 and into 2008, according to a national survey of insurers and administrators.
Infohrm Research Reveals Fresh Challenges for Employers Facing an Aging WorkforceSignificant implications for workforce planning stem from countervailing patterns in older worker tenure, health, and skillsets
CollegeRecruiter.com Job Seeker Confidence Index for November 2007Despite the flat stock market, subprime mortgage scandals, and fears of recession, a large majority of college students and recent graduates are quite optimistic about the prospects they face in the job market.
IHRIM’s Flagship Bi-Monthly Publication, IHRIM.link, Now Available Online IHRIM members and subscribers can now enjoy the IHRIM.link magazine in the printed format and in the new online searchable format – one more reason why IHRIM continues to be, after more than 25 years, the leading association for knowledge, education and solutions supporting human capital management.
Investments in Private Equity Still Worth Considering for InstitutionalWell-Governed Funds Can Benefit from Broad Investing Approach, Watson Wyatt
Says
AllRetailJobs.com and PeopleAnswers, Inc., form PartnershipAllRetailJobs.com and PeopleAnswers, Inc., form Partnership to provide Employers and Recruiters with Assessment Services
Secure Talent Announces Additions to Leadership TeamNew 1099 compliance firm garners key industry experts.
Human Resource Planning Society Launches People & StrategyThe Next Generation of the Leading Source of Knowledge and Information Connecting People to Business Strategy
The Human Resource Planning Society has announced that its highly regarded journal, Human Resource Planning, will become People & Strategy in 2008.
The Center for Talent Retention Launches New Web SiteThe Center for Talent Retention, the leader in taking action to engage and retain employees, today released a redesigned web site illustrating the successes organizations have had taking action to engage and retain their employees.
New Online Sales Force Assessment Tool from Employee Continuum Helps Pinpoint Best Sales HiresEasy-to-use sales talent profiler delivers insightful intelligence that helps companies define ideal hiring profile for top salespeople.
Management Mentors Says Finding the Right Mentor is Critical to Success Of Mentoring RelationshipManagement Mentors discusses the importance of finding the right mentor in its upcoming Internet radio show on Friday, November 30, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. (EST).
New Video Resume Technology Changes the Job MarketSearchVideoResumes.com links employers and candidates from around the world.
Recruiter Networking Group Software utilizes HireDesk to launch their career boardTalent Technology Corporation, an award-winning provider of recruitment technology, today announced the selection of its HireDesk product by Recruiter Networking Group.
International movers investigate growing need for workforce mobilityInternational movers investigate growing need for workforce mobility at Worldwide ERC Global Workforce Summit.
International moving specialist, Burke Bros Moving Group www.burkebros.co.uk based in the West Midlands, UK, recently spent three days at the Worldwide ERC® Global Workforce Summit® in Denver, USA, rubbing shoulders with some of the highest profile professional HR executives, who represent some of the biggest blue chip companies, in the world.
Ultimate Software's UltiPro Facilitates Improved Performance Management for The Henry Wine GroupUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human
resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today
that The Henry Wine Group, a leading wholesale wine distributor in
California, is achieving efficiencies, strategic value, and cost
savings with core UltiPro and UltiPro Performance Management.
HRmarketer Webinar to Highlight 'Marketing to HR' with Traditional and Web 2.0 Integrated StrategiesHow to create a successful marketing and PR strategy that generates more visibility, website traffic, sales leads and improved search engine rankings
Silver Peak Chooses Jobvite to Drive Talent Acquisition and Streamline HiringSilver Peak Chooses Jobvite to Drive Talent Acquisition and Streamline Hiring; Adopts Web 2.0 Recruiting Technology Optimized for Use by the Entire Company
Jobvite, creator of next generation recruitment solutions, has been chosen by Silver Peak, a leading provider of scalable Wide Area Network (WAN) acceleration solutions, to support a growing volume of hiring activity.
Outreach Program Launched to Returning VeteransOutreach Program Launched to Returning Veterans: VISN12, Three Wire, and MHN Partner to Provide Reintegration Support
The Lights are Back on at the Historic Fort Worth Power & Light BuildingA growing consulting firm says their renovated 1929 space is inspiring.
Sick Time Source of DebateAccording to the Compensation Data annual survey of more than 5,000 employers, exempt employees have 8.4 sick days on average, while non-exempt have 7.6.
Why You Need Formal Risk ManagementRisk management must be coordinated in an organization in order to be effective. Info-Tech explains.
Why do Companies Outsource Their HR Functions?What are the reasons for outsourcing HR functions? Is it a trend? KnowledgeSum shares this article based on HR industry leaders and their experiences.
Employers Report Turnover In High-Potential and Front-Line Employees, Survey SaysFront line employees are hard to keep according to a survey by ClearRock. 40% of employers surveyed said the turnover of front line employees has increased within the last six months.
Video Resumes - Are They Really The Future?Video resumes do a better job of marketing a job candidate... so why haven't video resumes been widely adopted by companies? Joy Chou examines the issue.
The Power of PassionIs there any joie de vivre at your work place? Do you feel passionate about what you do? Jim Clemmer shares the power of passion and how it helps engage your workforce.
Leadership – The One and Only Path to Becoming a LeaderBecoming a 'great' leader is challenging feat at best. Dr. Anthony F. Smith shares his views on how to take the right road to great leadership.
Ask the Coach - Issue 50: Developmental Programs for Gen Y? Executive Coach, Merry Marcus, discusses the unique challenges and strengths of the Generation Y workforce.
Will Poor Managers Harm Companies by Fostering Bad Customer Experiences?How do the bosses in your organization rate? Are your employees engaged and customers happy? A Maritz Poll conducted recently looked at the various types of bosses and their impact on the bottom line.
With Legal Definition Of Religion Evolving, It's More Challenging To Protect Civil Rights At WorkWhat is religion? That may seem like an easy question to answer,but legally the definition becomes more convoluted daily. Pepper Hamilton LLP explains.
A Confident Voice Speaks Volumes at WorkIt's how you talk the talk at work that may help you get ahead. Bonnie Gross explains.
One in Five U.S. Companies Does Not Pay Severance As many as 18 percent of companies in the U.S. do not provide severance for regular (non-executive) employees, according to a recent study.
Do Single, Childless Employees Get a Fair Share of Corporate Benefits?Companies strive to be family friendly, but are they? Are family benefits fair to everyone? M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this investigation.
The First 90 Days Are Critical to Long-Term RetentionFor managers who think that the honeymoon with new key talent ends after the hiring. . . think again. As Patty Prosser, OI Partners, Indianapolis explains, the first 90 days are important.
As Executives Become Less Willing to Relocate, Companies Up the Ante and Get More CreativeIt takes more than just a little shove to relocate some executives. As the Salveson Stetson Group explains it takes a lot of convincing too.
Morehead Webinar to Discuss the Untapped Potential of Employee Opinion DataCompany demonstrates how existing employee opinion data can increase employee retention, improve labor relations and drive patient satisfaction
Oral Health Promotion Newsletter from OraMedica Helps Reduce Medical Claims New bimonthly health e-newsletter focuses on dental conditions associated with systemic health problems to help reduce healthcare costs
J. J. Keller Awards 2007 Prospera® University Program ScholarshipsJ. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has awarded six scholarships to students participating in the Prospera® University Program. Students at schools participating in the University Program were eligible to participate in the contest for a chance to receive a portion of the $10,000 in scholarship monies being awarded.
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Renews Relationship With BenelogicCareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Renews Relationship With Benelogic for Mid to Large-Employer Enrollment Solution
Benelogic announced today that it was awarded the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) Multi-Carrier Large Group Online Benefits Administration contract. CareFirst selected Benelogic’s benefit management software and services to automate the over 200 member mid- and large-group enrollment process for CareFirst accounts.
Perth Leadership Institute Announces White Paper on Leadership Development and Business Acumen Perth Leadership Institute Announces White Paper on Leadership Development, Business Acumen and the Credit Crisis
Provocative white paper argues that major gaps in leadership development have been a significant contributor to the crisis.
Meta4 Featured in Industry Analyst Firm’s Human Capital Management ReportMeta4’s Active HR Solution Provides Employees with Greater Intelligence and Increases Productivity
NJBIZ Proudly Names iCIMS Business of the YearSoftware-as-a-Service Company Attributes an Outstanding Year to its Dedicated Staff and Clients
CYTIVA SOFTWARE INC. ANNOUNCES RECORD THIRD QUARTERTalent Management Vendor Reports 67% Year-Over Year Growth and Profitability on the Strength of the SonicRecruit Recruiting System
Ten Tips for Getting Your Resume Noticed OnlineTalentDrive offers jobseekers important considerations for effective online resumes.
Highland Purchases Consumer Business of US Search from First Advantage CorporationFirst Advantage Corporation (Nasdaq: FADV), a global risk mitigation and business solutions provider, and Highland Capital Partners, a leading venture capital firm, today announced that Highland Capital Partners has purchased the consumer business of First Advantage's US SEARCH.com business.
ASU's Decision Theater Goes High Tech in Search for New LeaderIn its search for a new Center Director/Senior Director for its Decision Theater (a world-class center for science-based, informed solutions), Arizona State University recently unveiled an innovative and custom-designed strategic campaign to recruit for a decidedly unique and difficult-to-fill leadership role.
NANCY J. STEPHENS NAMED PRESIDENT OF PI WORLDWIDENANCY J. STEPHENS NAMED PRESIDENT OF PI WORLDWIDE, THE INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONSULTING ORGANIZATION KNOWN FOR THE PREDICTIVE INDEX®
New President is Former CEO of Global Sales Alliance, Recently Acquired by PI Worldwide
BeneTrac Honored with eHealthcare Leadership Awards for Benefits Management Leading benefits management provider recognized with gold and silver
eHealthcare Leadership Awards
Rania Sedhom has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal in the firm's New York City office.Sedhom joins Buck from BDO Seidman, LLP, where she served as Regional Leader of the Labor, Compensation & Employee Benefits Practice Group.
iContent Expands Compliance and Business Content for On-Demand TrainingNew Partnerships with getAbstract, KESDEE, LearnWright, Quality Food Training, and WeComply Strengthen iContent Solution with 4,000 New Offerings.
New Children's Story an Effective Tool on Tolerance for Teachers and ParentsVisually stunning artwork and playful prose tell the proud tale of a family’s diversity.
Unum names Kathy Owen Chief Information OfficerRogers appointed Chief Technology Officer
The Virtual Interactive Educational World for HR Professionals December 12-13th, 2007HR.com (www.hr.com) is launching the first virtual and online conference designed for HR professionals, including specialists in Benefits, Sourcing, HRO, Compensation, Incentives, Training, Consumer Directed Healthcare and Staffing. Attendance is complimentary for all HR Professionals.
XMei International Announces 2008 Human Resources Networking Tour to ChinaXMei International announced today a human resources networking tour to China on May 11-17, 2008. The tour to Beijing and Shanghai offers a unique opportunity to speak directly with government officials, local HR executives and university educators on a range of HR topics critical to an organization’s success. In China, business success also hinges on relationships. This tour offers a special opportunity to build a critical network of connections.
Simply Hired, "Google for Jobs", Selected as Finalist for "Red Herring Red Herring Magazine announced
today that Simply Hired (www.simplyhired.com), Google for jobs, has been selected as a
finalist for the Red Herring 100 Global 2007 Awards as one of the most
promising private technology ventures in the world.
Impact Achievement Group’s Breakthrough Approach using the Harrison Assessment SystemA popular assessment tool can revolutionize team building, says Impact Achievement Group.
Corporate Counseling Associates Expands Professional Team to Meet Continued GrowthNew appointments add cross-industry expertise to performance consulting firm
AutoZone Rolls Out the nowHIRE.com Applicant Tracking Technology to Over 4,100 LocationsAuto retailer successfully implements largest paperless enterprise offering to date
Oral Health Promotion Newsletter from OraMedica International Helps Reduce Medical ClaimsNew bimonthly health e-newsletter focuses on dental conditions associated with systemic health problems to help reduce healthcare costs.
NJBIZ Proudly Names iCIMS Business of the YearSoftware-as-a-service company attributes an outstanding year to its dedicated staff and clients.
Q4B Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies Serving the High Tech IndustryHouston business magazine awards recruiting firm two years in a row.
Cognitive Ability Scores Show Steady DeclinePlease consider the attached press release from Wonderlic, Inc. which revealed a steady decline in the cognitive ability scores associated with specific education levels.
Connelly Sheehan Harris LLP Joining Drinker Biddle's Chicago OfficeProminent Boutique's 13 Lawyers Add to Growing National Employment Litigation Practice
Medical Staffing Network Switches to GeoLearning's LMS SuiteLeading medical staffing firm chooses GeoMaestro™ LMS platform delivered
Software as a Service.
Survey Finds Shift in Retailers' Market StrategySurvey Finds Shift in Retailers' Market Strategy: Customer Service Emerges As Key Success Factor
New survey reveals retailers are betting on enhanced customer experience and improved productivity to drive top line sales
Kronos® Essentials Reduces Costs and Boosts Productivity for Small and Midsize BusinessesFlexible solution automates critical business processes and accelerates ROI
Healthcare Organizations Turn to Kronos® to Tackle Critical Business IssuesDecision makers congregate at KronosWorks™ to discuss how to reduce operational costs and improve quality care
Casinos Around the World Face New ChallengesAs market matures and competition intensifies, casinos turn to the workforce to differentiate, manage expansion, and maximize profits
Disney’s Contemporary Resort to host IHRIM HRMStrategies 2008 Conference and Technology ExpositionIHRIM has announced the opening of early registration for their annual HRMStrategies Conference and Technology Exposition to be held at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Hotel, June 1-4, 2008. Now in its 28th year, the conference has become the show to attend for HRMS professionals.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort to host IHRIM HRMStrategies 2008 Conference and Technology Exposition Highlighting Leading HR Trends, Solutions, Applications and Service Delivery
Workscape Reports Third Quarter Year-to-Date Results;Sales Exceed More than 200% of Same Period 2006New and Renewed Client Relationships, Expanded Product Line and New Market Opportunities Highlight Third Quarter Momentum