Organizational effectiveness measures how successful organizations are in reaching their goals. An effective organization runs smoothly and functions well. In this article, we will explain the building blocks needed to create an effective organization. Whether you are a leader or working in a more operational role, read on to learn how to make your organization…
Despite your best efforts, your HR practices may be unfair to certain groups of people. To eliminate unfairness as much as possible, it’s important that you can recognize adverse impact. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at adverse impact; what is it, and why it is important to avoid. We’ll also share 9…
2020 has been a year unlike any other. COVID-19 has forever left its mark on the way we live and work. Though at the time of publishing we’re still living through the pandemic, we need to start preparing for a post-COVID world. In this article, we will reflect on 10 HR trends we’re expecting in…
The ADDIE model is a great tool for designing effective learning programs. Today’s rapid increase in technological capabilities requires continuous upskilling. In this article, we will explain why the ADDIE model for instructional design is a great tool to guide this process. We will introduce the model and list all the different steps you need…
Neelie from AIHR: Can you write an article for us? Me: Sure. Any topics? Neelie: Perhaps how in the ^*!&#$ HR is supposed to prepare for 2021? Ahh, this is such a good question. HR people have to plan – we have cyclical things we plan for. We know that the fourth quarter brings performance…
Many HR professionals had to make tough decisions this year and will probably have to make some more in the (near) future. Perhaps it’s time for a new way to look at these decisions. In this article, we talk about reconciliation and servant leadership as two big opportunities for HR to make a difference in…
We all know an employee who always goes the extra mile, right? That one person who goes above and beyond for their co-workers and the company. They may not even know it themselves, but what they’re demonstrating is called organizational citizenship behavior. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at organizational citizenship behavior, its…
Most organizations today work with different types of temporary employees and have developed a contingent workforce as a result. In this article, we’ll zoom in on the contingent workforce. We’ll look at trends, contingent workforce management, and share three best practices. Let’s dive in! ContentsWhat is a contingent workforce?Contingent workforce trendsBenefits of a contingent workforce…
The HR life cycle encompasses all activities as done by HR. In this article, we will explain what the HR life cycle is and we’ll go over each of the thirteen steps in this cycle. Here goes! ContentsWhat is the HR life cycle?The thirteen steps in the HR life cycleRecapFAQ What is the HR life…
If something unfair happens to employees at work, their company may have a formal procedure called a grievance that they could file. In this article, we will explain how companies use grievance procedures. ContentsWhat is a grievance procedure?Grievance procedures; the pros and consGrievance procedure: 6 stepsHow long should a grievance procedure take? On a final…