Ask the Coach - Issue 48: Dealing with a Visionary Boss? Executive Coach, Merry Marcus, offers coaching for those who report to visionaries about how to manage a visionary boss and keep step with their changing focus and goals.
Towers Perrin Study Finds Significant "Engagement Gap" Among Global WorkforceThe study draws a definitive connection between how engaged employees are on the job and financial performance.
Metadata: The Invisible ThreatDo you know what metadata is? Do you understand how it can be used against you? Jonathan Hauer shares his views through M. Lee Smith Publishers.
Traditional Office Policies May Violate The National Labor Relations ActCommon personnel policies may violate a National Act in the U.S. Pepper Hamilton LLP has more.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Sunday Night BluesThat sinking feeling you get every Sunday night as you think about the next day at work may not just be work stresses. Is it time to re-think your job? Joan Lloyd has some advice.
Apologizing Related to Higher Pay I'm sorry but a recent study suggests the more you apologize, the higher your pay may be. John Schinnerer humbly explains.
Quick Relaxation Techniques on the Job Breathe in, Breathe out... we all need it. George "Bud" Wassell shares techniques to help release the daily tension.
Antidotes for Worrying: Re-ordering Self TalkSelf-talk can equal self-defeat. What if we did away with the what ifs? Gary Alger explains.
Family Caregivers Are Stressed OutSurvey and Web data show dramatic toll on those who care for the elderly.
Survey Reveals Many Law Firms Unconcerned with Losing Top PerformersWorried about losing your top performer? According to a Robert Half Legal survey, many law firms aren't concerned.
Reluctance, Resistance and CoachingDoes your company know how to effectively use executive coaches? Patricia Wheeler explains the reluctance and resistance some organizations experience when it comes to coaching.
Blazing Our Own Unique Leadership PathAre you a natural born leader? Is there such a thing? Jim Clemmer investigates.
Ten Career Skills to Keep You Employable in the 21st CenturyDo you look at the future with thoughts of the past? Karla Brandau explains that career success is straight ahead.
iPod touch now delivers elearning to the palm of your hand E-learning professionals are hungry for mobile learning breakthroughs. The recent releases of the iPhone and iPod touch have opened up tremendous new access opportunities for mobile learning.
RecruitAlliance and ATCO International Announce Strategic PartnershipRecruitAlliance, Inc, the leading web-based recruiter management system, and ATCO International, a leading provider and manufacturer of specialty maintenance chemical products for a variety of industries nationally and internationally, announced today that they have formed a strategic partnership to provide RecruitAlliance's Recruiter Management solution to ATCO International. This will enable ATCO International to manage more effectively its personnel recruitment needs.
Capital H Group Acquires UK-based Centre for High Performance DevelopmentCapital H Group, a rapidly expanding consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, has acquired the UK-based Centre for High Performance Development (CHPD)
Randy Whitcroft Joins Peak Sales RecruitingAppointment marks launch of "Sales VP" practice for tech company search firm.
JobsInLogistics.com Appoints Bill Smith and Emma Firth as New Directors of Business DevelopmentJobsInLogistics.com Appoints Bill Smith and Emma Firth as New Directors of Business Development
SUCCESSION PLANNING IS TECHNOLOGY‘WAKE-UP CALL’ FOR COMPANIES, WATSON WYATT EXPERTS SAY
Monster and Consorte Media Form Alliance to Connect Employers with More Hispanic Job Seekers Co-branded Career Site “Career Latino” Launches; Monster to Offer Employers Reach Among Consorte’s Network of Hispanic-focused Properties
iCIMS Delivers Performance Management Solution to Lulu EnterprisePremiere talent platform provider eliminates paper process for a digital marketplace.
More Retirees Relaunching CareersMany retirees are returning to the workforce to overcome boredom and limited finances. Yet making a career comeback can be very problematic for those facing ageism and gaps in their work history. In their new book professional resume writers Louise Kursmark and Wendy Enelow help retirees address these issues and quickly return to work through savvy resume strategies that make the most of a retiree's experience and achievements.
Small Business Rely on HR Shared Services to Prevent Employee Related IssuesSmall businesses face a number of legal challenges from employment laws to employee workforce risks. Weekly if not daily, situations arise for small businesses where HR Shared Services would make a huge impact in terms of saving managers and executives time and headache. Achilles Group offers a new report on the benefits of HR Shared Services for small and medium businesses.
Vonage Selects Halogen SoftwareNew solution to streamline employee performance and talent management across organization.
42.8% of Corporations Offer Some Type of Consumer-Driven Health Care OptionNew survey looks at employee benefits offered in several employment sectors.
Impact Achievement Group Introduces "Managing WorkPlace Discussions" Flexible leadership communications training leads to effective employee performance management
Convergys Reports Third-Quarter EPS of $0.30 -- Reaches HRO Contract ResolutionConvergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG), a global leader in providing customer care, human resources, and billing services, announced today its financial results for the third quarter of 2007.
Aquent Recognized by National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)Aquent, the world's largest staffing firm specializing in solutions for creative and marketing organizations, has been awarded the highest designation for a minority supplier by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) - the coveted Corporate Plus® designation. Corporate Plus, a highly selective membership program of the NMSDC, is reserved for elite minority enterprises with the proven ability to handle national contracts for major corporations. Aquent's NSMDC recognition arose from a sponsorship by Capital One, a Fortune 200 financial services leader in McLean, Virginia. Aquent has provided Capital One with a broad range of marketing and creative staffing services for more than 10 years.
Document-Shredding.Org Offers New Advertising Solutions For Document Destruction Business OwnersA leading online resource of document destruction companies in the USA is now offering paid advertising packages.
Interaction Associates Named Top Leadership Development CompanyInteraction Associates (IA) has been named one of the top 100 providers of leadership development services in a national survey of 600 companies conducted by Leadership Excellence magazine.
Truth: The New Rules for Marketing in a Skeptical World - 600 Word Review Truth reminds Marketers that they need to remember that prospective buyers want and deserve honest, noninvasive marketing and that value propositions should not be about lower prices but about higher trust. Find out more. Read this review.
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HumanConcepts Awarded GSA Schedule Contract for OrgPlus ® Contract Simplifies Purchase and Procurement of Intelligent Organizational Charting Solution for Government Agencies
Hudson Highland Group Reports 2007 Third Quarter Financial Results Hudson Highland Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HHGP), one of the world's leading providers of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.
Globoforce Ranked No. 12 in Deloitte Technology Fast 50Company’s Growth Attributed to Growing Demand for Global Employee Recognition Programs Among Global 2000 Corporations.
WorkBlast to Power Hireskills.com’s Video Resume Database Through Exclusive PartnershipPartnership advancements provide WorkBlast’s Job Seekers increased exposure across partner network. WorkBlast.com, the online leader in Video Resumes, has partnered with Hireskills.com to provide and power the company’s video resume database. WorkBlast, enables job seekers to enhance their traditional text resume by creating audio, video, and rich media resumes, which are exclusive to WorkBlast.com, and its partner websites.
Happy About Announces the Release of "I'm on LinkedIn -- Now What???Jason Alba is the job seeker and networking advocate. "I'm on LinkedIn -- Now what???" is the result of his personal experiences as a job seeker when he was laid off in January 2006. The strategies and tactics Jason outlines have helped people all over the country understand what LinkedIn can (and can not) do for their job search, and their careers overall. With a foreword by Bob Burg, Author of "Endless Referrals", the book has been praised by industry leaders, networking experts and job seekers alike.
Take That New Employee Out For a Test DriveBad hiring decisions can be costly for many companies. M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this article on how to successfully window shop for the right person for the job.
ROI vs. Value Proposition: The Long and Short of ItA fast, secure user experience is key to many businesses. . . but, organizations should not forget what value a technology solution should deliver. Info-Tech has more.
Creative Resume Writing: What to do About This EpidemicBeing creative on a resume works. . . if it's the truth. Many managers can attest that what sounds to good to be true often is. Charlie Wonderlic explains.
Diversity RecruitingRecruiting and retaining a diverse workforce can be difficult and sometimes controversial. The authors of "RECRUIT OR DIE: How Any Business Can Beat the Big Guys in the War for Young Talent" share this excerpt on Diversity Recruiting.
Solve Small Problems before They Turn into Big ProblemsManagers who turn a blind eye to performance problems may find a mountain instead of a mole hill. Bruce Tulgan shares his views.
How to Sell an Employee Opinion Survey to Your Boss Answer this question... how valuable are employee opinions to your company? If you question the effectiveness of employee surveys, Helene Sigrand has more.
Excellence of Execution is Top Concern for CEOs WorldwideSustained and steady top-line growth drops to second, according to new study from the Conference Board.
Smarter…Faster…Better: 10 Surprising Strategies for Getting There—and Staying ThereYou may see yourself as smart, fast and good... but as Karlin Sloan explains, wouldn't it take you farther if you were smarter, faster and better?
No Pay For On-Call TimeService technicians who are required to be on call at times are not entitled to overtime. Kathleen Bray of Hanft Law explains.
How To Prepare For Mediation: The Mediator’s Check List Of Key Legal And Factual Issues Keeping track of what one must master during the Mediation Process is difficult. David Laufer and mediate.com share some facts to be remembered when preparing for mediation.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Retired on the JobWhat do you do when your boss has checked out before retirement? Joan Lloyd shares her advice on how to deal with the VP who has retired on the job.
Just Say No to Comp TimeAre your employees asking for Comp Time over extra pay? In some states, comp time is considered unfair. Kara Shea explains.
Your EAP: A Partner in Health and WellnessThe role of EAP in a workplace is much more than most employers think. Pat Gaul explains.
Albany Hires Christopher Mortonson as Senior Vice President of Global AlliancesAlbany, a leading global provider of contingent workforce management services, has hired Chris Mortonson as senior vice president of global alliances, services and solutions. Mortonson will be responsible for expanding Albany's global solutions across various sectors including staffing and recruitment, consulting and software to serve the needs of Fortune 1000 companies.
Albany Hires Christopher Mortonson as Senior Vice President of Global AlliancesAlbany, a leading global provider of contingent workforce management services, has hired Chris Mortonson as senior vice president of global alliances, services and solutions. Mortonson will be responsible for expanding Albany's global solutions across various sectors including staffing and recruitment, consulting and software to serve the needs of Fortune 1000 companies.
Rideau Partners with Procurement International Ltd of EnglandRideau Inc. adds to its global capacity by joining forces with the UK's Procurement International Ltd to serve Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Weight Management Tops List of Health Concerns, LifeCare® Poll ShowsLatest online poll from LifeCare shows weight management outweighs all other health concerns.
Alberta Health Region Chooses Quadrant HR Staff Scheduling and Self ServiceOnline convenience for employees and streamlined processes add to rising number of Quadrant HR clients. Quadrant HR's Staff Scheduling and QHRnet Self Service modules has been chosen by an Alberta health region, the latest major employer to benefit from streamlined scheduling and employee administration processes.
TrainUp.com Launches Updated Career Training Portal and Custom LMS SolutionsTrainUp.com recently launched an improved version of its industry- leading career training portal. The updated site features improved training search capabilities directory structure, and thousands of new courses. Users can search over 250,000 instructor-led training events and 5,000 online courses or take advantage of TrainUp.com's custom learning and performance management solutions.
SMARTPOST JOINS FORCES WITH WORKFORCE.COMPartnership affords customers the broadest reach and exposure in the HR industry
Are You A Ghost, Ghoul or Goblin? Top Ten Tips for Not Frightening an Employer This HalloweenInterviewStream.com provides advice on how to have a killer interview.
Ready4exam Starts a 'One-Stop' IT Exam Solution for Busy People and Poor Test TakersPartnering with dozens of authorized (IT certification) testing centers, "Ready4exam" has developed a 'one-stop' IT exam solution for busy people and poor test takers. As a leading, and prominent supplier of IT certification solutions, resources and training, Ready4Exam has helped thousands of people get certified with little time and effort. No matter how busy or competent someone may be; their certification assistance/training gets people certified fast. Their service is tailored to meet individual needs, strengths and weaknesses. Ready4exam's IT certification service correlates with the latest certifications for Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco and more.
The Knack of Managing and Supervising Launches 6th NovemberComprehensive video course makes it easier for new bosses to meet the extra challenges and responsibilities of being a manager or supervisor.
Career Experts Help Ex-Offenders Address Record and Move ForwardProfessionals who work with ex-offenders say that jobs are the key to reducing recidivism. Yet, finding a job--already a difficult process for many--is even more challenging for ex-offenders. In addition to financial barriers, transporation issues, and mental and physical health concerns, ex-offenders face the stigma of their criminal records and employers who often believe they are too risky to hire.
Ultimate Software Reports Q3 200740% Increase in New ARR, 34% Increase in Recurring Revenues, and
31% Increase in Total Revenues Business Editors/Software Writers/Human Resources Writers
Human Capital Institute and Vurv Partner to Launch Mergers & Acquisitions & Restructuring InitiativeThe Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and educator in talent management strategies, and Vurv Technology, a global leader in technology and services for building great workforces, announced today that the two organizations will jointly launch a "Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring" education and research track. The track is one of several topics addressed in HCI's Talent Leadership community of interest, a community HCI considers critical to organizations working to leverage human capital for maximum results.
Résuméfit and Center for Applied Cognitive Studies Host WebinarRésuméfit and the Center for Applied Cognitive Studies today announced they will host a free webinar entitled "Utilizing Science and Technology to Develop the Next Gen Résumé." The hour-long webinar will take place on Thursday, November 8 at 11 a.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Recruiters at ERE Expo Say Competition for Top Candidates and Retention Are Biggest ChallengesMore than 500 recruiters recently convened in Washington, D.C., for the 2007 Fall ERE Expo. Recruiting leaders from George Mason University, MITRE Corporation, CPS Personal Services, Qualcomm, among others, and MBA candidates from American and Georgetown Universities, talked about competition for top candidates and retention and offered suggestions for combating these challenges.
When it comes to your personal health, what is your main area of concern?When it comes to our personal health, weight management continues to dominate our concerns, according to the latest online poll conducted by LifeCare®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty care services and a longtime leader in the work/life industry.
The Infohrm Group Announces Jeff Higgins as New Executive Vice PresidentIndustry expert appointed to lead the company’s Client Delivery Services function.
Capital H Group Acquires UK-based Centre for High Performance Development, a Leadership Development Capital H Group, a rapidly expanding consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, has acquired the UK-based Centre for High Performance Development (CHPD)
JobStreet.com Renews eQuest Agreement to Continue its Successful Run with Global RecruitmentJobStreet.com Renews eQuest Agreement to Continue its Successful Run with Global Recruitment and Job Posting Distribution through its Applicant Tracking System
eQuest Continues to Expand its Scope of Services to International Market
Ben Kemper has joined Buck ConsultantsBen Kemper has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in its Los Angeles office.
JobsInLogistics.com Awarded “Best In Class” Job Board by MRINetworkMRINetwork (MRI) has awarded JobsInLogistics.com the trophy for “Best In Class” Job Board. MRI is the world’s largest executive search and recruitment organization, with more than 1000 offices in North America, Europe and Asia.
GeoLearning Marketing Initiative Recognized with 2007 Software Industry AwardLeading Software as a Service learning and performance platform provider attributes its 358% revenue growth to on-demand business model and best-of-breed product and services strategy.
Florida Salary and Benefits Survey: Merit Raises Higher and Turnover Lower than National AverageEffective Resources, Inc. releases study data representing more than 1.9 million employees and 214 Florida employers
CollegeRecruiter.com Leaves the Beyond.com NetworkCollegeRecruiter.com, the leading career site used by students and recent graduates searching for internships and career opportunities, announced today that it has left the Beyond.com network in order to have more control over its products and pricing. CollegeRecruiter.com will continue to use the job search and resume bank software provided by Beyond.com and the two organizations will continue to work together to provide products and services for candidates and recruiters but by mid-November resumes and jobs posted to CollegeRecruiter.com will no longer be accessible to visitors using sites in the Beyond network and vice versa.
Leadership/Career Experts Ninth House and Penelope Trunk Offer Advice for TrainingNinth House CEO Jeff Snipes Featured in Penelope Trunk's New Book, The Brazen Careerist: The New Rules for Success.
New Report Shows Where HR and Benefits Suppliers Spent Their Marketing and PR Dollars in 2007Survey results examine marketing and PR activities most important to HR suppliers, and how they measure lead-generation success.
G&A Partners Releases 2007 Texas HR Outsourcing ReportG&A Partners, a fully integrated Houston-based human resource (HR) and administrative services company, today announced the release of its latest market research report, the "2007 Texas HR Outsourcing Report." This white paper explores the benefits associated with HR outsourcing and provides insight into current outsourcing trends in Texas businesses.
Its Not Just, "Who You Know" When Looking For A Job, Its How Well You Know, "Who You Know"!In today’s tightening job market, online recruiter, WallStJobs.com urges deepening your networking relationships and offers some tips on how to do it.
Sterling Testing Systems, Inc. Ranks in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 Program for North AmericaAttributes its 442% Revenue Growth to innovation and employee dedication.
HRN Management Group Named 82nd FastestGrowing Utah Company by MountainWest Capital Network
ClearStar.net Partners with SharperLending LLC to Deliver Broad Spectrum of Credit Data ServicesClearStar.net and SharpenLending LLC form partnership to provide members of the ClearStar.net distribution network with real time gateway access to data from all three credit bureaus in standard MISMO XML format.
eQuest and Taleo Join Forces to Allow SMBs to Source for Talent Advanced HR technology products and services from eQuest continue to dominate both Enterprise and SMB market space.
Three Keys To Meeting SuccessMeetings are much like a sport. . . it takes two sides to achieve full satisfaction. Baldwin H. Tom explains.
Achilles Group Offers New Report on Benefits of HR Shared ServicesCompanies that do not proactively improve people performance cannot compete effectively with larger competitors. Weekly if not daily, situations arise for small businesses where HR Shared Services would make a huge impact in terms of saving managers and executives time and headache. Achilles Group offers a new report on the benefits of HR Shared Services for small and medium businesses.
Might is No Longer RightManagers who stick to the old way of doing things aren't adding much value to an organization. Jim Clemmer shares his views.
Retention Leadership: Three Key Drivers for Retaining the "Best of the Best" in Your OrganizationIn the executive offices of high-tech companies across the globe, a new weapon is reemerging in the executive arsenal with powerful implications for driving business success: Retention Leadership. Karla Brandau explains.
He Said, She Said...Study Reveals Men and Women Have Different Retirement ViewsMen expect to work part-time and spend time with their spouse when they retire. Women prefer to volunteer and be surrounded by a large social circle, a Scotiabank Study has found.
Ten Signs of a Drinking Problem at WorkLynwode Manor examines ten signs which may indicate that drinking during and around the workplace may be the signs of a drinking problem.
Putting a Well-Needed Spotlight on Eldercare Concerns in the WorkplaceNovember is National Family Caregiver Month and as Bensinger, DuPont & Associates explains, it's a good time to look at helping employees with eldercare.
2008 Salary Guide Starting salaries for lawyers and other legal professionals projected to increase, according to the 2008 salary guide released by Robert Half Legal.
Global Talent Crunch for Accounting and Finance ProfessionalsThe talent pool is getting shallow in the accounting and finance professions. According to a Robert Half International study there is a shortage of accounting and finance professionals.
How Did They Find Me?You receive a call from an executive search firm. They've found you, but how? The Salveson Stetson Group has the answer.
Morale is Not Necessarily the Road to Improved ProductivityEmployee performance a more complex issue than merely relying on recognition and rewards, says Impact Achievement Group
Mobilizing Minds: Creating Wealth From Talent in the 21st-Century Organization - 600 Word ReviewThe organizational ideas put forth in Mobilizing Minds comprise directional strategies that will help organizations design and build collaborative enterprises that better fit and capitalize on the emerging technologies of our digital age. Find out more. Read this review.
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Select International Receives Top Honors at Tech 50 AwardsPittsburgh-based Select International, a global provider of human resource assessment solutions, was recently recognized as the Tech 50 Service Provider 2007 Category Leader by the Pittsburgh Technology Council. The annual Tech 50 awards ceremony, held in Pittsburgh, PA earlier this month, recognized Select International over nine other companies within the Service Provider Category.
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