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Yes, many of the changes to the FMLA will help employers in the long run, but in the meantime, it’s a hassle—the feds didn’t allot much time for putting the new rules into effect. Here’s what BLR editors recommend you do first. Family Military Leave: Add and Revise Policy Provisions The National Defense Authorization Act […]
One of the traits I think is important in a leader is consistency says business and leadership blogger Dan Oswald. It’s not always easy to assess in job candidates, but it certainly shows itself (or not) over time. Oswald, CEO of BLR, offered his thoughts on consistency in a recent edition […]
Today and tomorrow we revisit the most popular article of our sister publication, the HR Daily Advisor, in which Jay Schleifer and Stephen Bruce, PhD, PHR, present nine essential skills of human resource (HR) management. Which of these skills do you already have, and in which areas could you use some training?
Millennials want better learning and development (L&D) opportunities and experiences at work. In fact, offering engaging L&D programs is usually cited as being the number one way to retain Millennials long term. But unfortunately, many L&D professionals don’t know exactly what to do to make their L&D programs more engaging for this generation.
A recent study found that the public sector and the private sector have very different methods of recruiting.
By Sophie Sakellariadis To increase morale, productivity, and profit, creating the right culture and boosting employee engagement is essential in today’s competitive environment. Yet 75% of culture change initiatives fail. Why?
Technology can be a blessing and a curse. No matter how you view technology, one thing remains clear: it’s taking over, and the workplace is no exception!
Continuing from yesterday’s post, here are some pros and cons of wearables in the workplace.
SPECIAL from the SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition, Orlando The atmosphere is a little different in the C-Suite, and the questions are fast and furious. If you are not ready to field tough questions, says consultant Dianna Booher, you’re not going to get what you want.
Communication is essential in any organization—hence the motivation behind the Communicator Awards, which bills itself as “the leading international awards program recognizing big ideas in marketing and communications.” But these awards aren’t just specific to the marketing arena. As the results of the 25th annual Communicator Awards demonstrate, big players in training and eLearning are being recognized, […]