Tag: employees

New Benchmarking Analysis Identifies Recent Trends in Balancing Benefit Costs and Attracting Top Talent

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Mar 7, 2017 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

When employers have a sense of how their peers’ benefits and compensation approaches measure up to their own, they can more confidently identify opportunities for improvement. The Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis produced by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (Gallagher) examines the strategies and tactics used by high-performing organizations to control healthcare cost spending while competing for […]

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What’s a Better Combo than Puppies and Beer?

By Melissa Morse Mar 7, 2017 HR Strange But True

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

A while back, HRSBT reported on a new benefits trend involving paid leave to care for your adopted pet. It looks like this trend is catching like wildfire because a brewery in Ohio is now offering this work perk as well.

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2017 Annual Recruiting Survey

By Jim Davis Mar 7, 2017 Recruiting

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

The HR Daily Advisor research team conducted the 2017 Annual Recruiting Survey in January 2017. Recruiting is one of the hottest issues for HR professionals (and recruiters, of course) largely thanks to an improving economy and low unemployment rates. We wanted to take a snapshot of the recruiting landscape with this survey. Check out some […]

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3 Critical Challenges to Address in Every Employee Burnout Prevention Strategy

By Guest Columnist Mar 6, 2017 Talent

Updated: Mar 6, 2017

Employee burnout. Everyone’s heard of it and most of us have probably complained about feeling burnt out at one point or another. How can we not? For many, the pressure to succeed at work has never been higher. This is true for both hourly and salaried employees, as the opportunity to unplug has become increasingly rare.

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Using Company Culture to Shift the Employee Mindset from Job to Career

By Guest Columnist Mar 3, 2017 Talent

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

Numerous articles explain how company culture changes the way employees operate, and have been largely based on speculation and personal opinion—until now. In December 2016, a study conducted by IZA World of Labor showed that happy and motivated workers are more productive in the workplace. In addition, Surrey Business School released a study that claimed people’s energy towards their colleagues has a major influence on how likely they are to leave their job voluntarily.

New Report Offers Insight into the Perceptions of Employment Opportunities

By Melissa Morse Mar 3, 2017 Recruiting

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

According to a recent Robert Half survey, 57% of respondents say the most frustrating part of the job search is the long wait after an interview to hear if they got the job. What are other perceptions candidates have regarding the job search process? A new report, Perceptions of Employment Opportunities—released by Job Application Center, […]

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Tips to Combat Poor Productivity and Absenteeism During March Madness

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Mar 3, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Mar 3, 2017

Recent statistics reveal that March Madness has become more popular than ever before, thanks in large part to the worldwide betting that takes place. Over 60 million people are expected to fill out brackets this year, with an estimated $10 million being put on the table. However, there is another cost which people may not […]

Can Your Employees Come Back from Burnout?

By Bridget Miller, Contributing Editor Mar 3, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Mar 3, 2017

Employee burnout is a dreaded phenomenon—it can make even the best employees more likely to look for a new job, and, even if they’re not looking, productivity can suffer. Employees suffering from burnout are more likely to call out sick and are less likely to be satisfied with their job.

What’s the Skill Your Managers Need to Improve On Most?

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Mar 2, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

The skills associated with good management include communication, leadership, and expertise. However, a new survey is showing that most managers lack these skills. Strong communication skills are necessary at every career stage, but especially for those in leadership positions. How does your management team stack up in the eyes of your employees?