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The Value of Doodling

When we are working, we are actively engaged in “doing” so we are paying attention to what it is that we are doing.

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March 2, 2024

Mastering Difficult Conversations

Effective leadership hinges on the ability to navigate difficult conversations with grace and proficiency.

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February 26, 2024

Unhappy Workers Cost $1.9 Trillion in Lost Productivity

Disgruntled employees cost U.S. companies an estimated $1.9 trillion in lost productivity last year, according to research from Gallup that puts a price tag on workplace unhappiness.

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February 24, 2024

Lie Detection 101 – How to Spot Lies During the Interview Process

Wouldn’t it be great if you could use a lie detector on all job candidates? Well, we live in the real world, where that's not acceptable or viable. So how do you tell when a …

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February 23, 2024

Making Everyone a Recruiter

In the quest for talent, organizations are rethinking their recruitment strategies. Gone are the days when hiring was solely the responsibility of HR departments or hiring teams.

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February 22, 2024

The Benefits of Outplacement Services: An Approach to Employee Transition

Companies often face the challenging task of workforce optimization, which may involve layoffs or downsizing.

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February 19, 2024

ASE Releases Results to the 2024 Severance Pay, Policies, & Practices Survey

ASE, one of the nation’s oldest and largest employer associations, has released its Severance Pay, Policies, & Practices Survey.

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February 18, 2024

The Decline of Vertical Career Paths: A Shift Towards Horizontal Growth

In the past, a vertical progression was the ideal career path for many, especially when it came to salary increases and standards of expected living. Today, the tides have changed.

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February 17, 2024

Don’t Discriminate Against Generation Z

As Gen Z continues to assert its presence in the workforce, marked by its diverse composition and unapologetic advocacy, employers are urged to recalibrate their approaches and expectations to foster a more inclusive and productive …

February 15, 2024

How to Develop an Effective Talent Retention Plan

Many organizations are grappling with the challenge of retaining top talent as voluntary turnover rates continue to rise. Factors such as low unemployment, a scarcity of skilled labor, and an increase in vacant roles have …

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February 14, 2024

4 Workplace Romance Policy Points for Employers to Consider

Love is a prevalent theme on Valentine’s Day, and recent studies suggest that it often extends into the workplace. Despite the increasing trend of remote work, office romances remain common, highlighting the need for clear …

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February 9, 2024

The Top 5 HR Buzz Words for 2024

Are you familiar with the latest HR buzz words? HR Work Break reviewed current buzzwords in the HR field and found the top five.

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February 8, 2024

Federal Contractors Will be Required to Comply with Pay Transparency Requirements by End of Year

On January 30, 2024, the Administration proposed to publish a preliminary rule that would create a series of actions designed to support equal pay activities for workers of federal contractors and agencies as set forth by Executive Orders 14035 and 14069.