The Hidden Costs of No HR: Why Every Business Needs an HR Function
For many small and growing businesses, investing in a dedicated Human Resources (HR) function might not seem like a top priority. However, overlooking HR can result in significant hidden costs that negatively impact the business in the short and long term. HR goes beyond hiring and payroll—it’s about managing people, creating a positive workplace culture,
Maintain a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace During Election Season
As election season rolls in, organizations must handle this potentially sensitive time with care, focusing on people management rather than political viewpoints. The goal is clear: to maintain a respectful and inclusive workplace. This blog offers friendly advice on how to achieve this goal and maintain harmony and professionalism in your organization during the upcoming
What Battle are You Losing in the War for Talent? Talent Attraction
The War for Talent is a big deal in many industries despite higher rates of unemployment so it’s critical to win as many battles as possible. Talent Attraction is a tough battle and when it’s lost, it means companies aren’t bringing on the top talent necessary to grow or even sustain their business. ML Talent
Overcoming the Fear of Outsourcing
“We definitely need help. We can’t afford it unless we outsource. The last time we hired a consultant, it was a disaster. Never again.” Sound familiar? Small and mid-sized businesses that need specific expertise or skills often struggle needlessly because they’ve had a bad experience in the past. The Great Misunderstanding These “disasters” are almost
Interview Questions: What’s Illegal to Ask?
There are many laws governing questions that employers may ask during the interview process. If a question has discriminatory implications or employment is denied based on the applicant’s answer, the employer may have broken the law. This article offers examples of illegal or inadvisable questions and some acceptable alternatives. Federal and state laws generally require
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Talent Landscape part 3 of 3
People Working with Purpose Creating and communicating a higher sense of purpose into the employee experience is necessary to recruit and retain the top talent you need. According to a recent Mercer Survey(link)...thriving employees are 3x more likely to work for a company with a strong sense of purpose. Employees want to know how their
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Talent Landscape part 2 of 3
People Analytics for Better Engagement Yes, people analytics have been around for quite a while, but they continue to evolve and be used for a greater purpose. Glassdoor shows that while employee engagement has, on average, been almost flat since 2009, there is a bell curve of companies that are good and bad at
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Talent Landscape part 1 of 3
Is it really 2019? I must say, 2018 was an incredible year in the talent leadership space. In my 23 years in Human Resources, I’ve never been more jazzed as I am today to be part of the evolution of organizations focusing on valuing people. As we continue to evolve in the Human Resources realm,
Entry-Level Wages Rise in Tight Labor Market
When demand for workers goes up (in a tight labor market due to low unemployment), entry-level wages rise. Perhaps that’s no surprise. What might be surprising, however, is that many employers are aggressively vying for workers by offering more than double the federally-mandated minimum wage. Add the need for seasonal hires into the mix and
Compensation Sense: Why Compensation Communication is So Important
Compensation communication is too often an afterthought in many organizations. The resulting mystery surrounding compensation and total rewards can lead employees to perceive that your compensation practices are unfair, not industry-competitive, nor in their best interests. Of course, it doesn’t have to be this way. Transparent and effective compensation communication can build trust. It can