Absenteeism in the workplace is a common phenomenon, costing the US economy $84 billion annually. Absenteeism, also referred to as a “bottom-line killer”, impacts the availability of the workforce and the profitability of organizations. In this guide, we will dive into what absenteeism is, common causes, its impact, and we end with 13 effective absenteeism…
Contents The cost of attritionImproving retention through internal mobilityLateral job movesBuilding an agile workforceStart with skillsThe new work At some point, all of your workers will look for new opportunities inside and outside the business. For most businesses, internal movement can be very effective. Allowing your workers to move into new roles, or parts of…
Job interviews have been going on since, well, forever. I suppose when feudal lords ruled the lands, you got the job of being a peasant by not dying, but since then, it’s involved a job interview. And, it must be time for a change. Some companies are starting a first to apply, first to be…
In a time where companies experience a rapidly growing need to re-and upskill their people, the skills gap analysis becomes an increasingly relevant tool. But where do you start? In this article, we will explain what a skills gap analysis is, why it can be a useful tool, and we will share a three-step approach…
The last year has seen vast changes in the work landscape and it seems that this year will be no different. 2020 is shaping up to be an exciting year for HR, and there’s no better way to kick things off than to make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. We’ve outlined 4 key…
After our recent articles on HR courses for beginners, professionals with a few years of experience, and seasoned practitioners, it only makes sense to complete our HR training series with a piece on Human Resource Management courses. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the key components of HR management training. We’ll…
HR professionals have a myriad of roles and functions. No wonder that when it comes to Human Resources training courses, there is a myriad of options too. In this article, we’ll take a look at five key components to take into account when choosing your HR training course. We’ll also list the top 9 courses…
Presenteeism is a topic that has gotten an increasing amount of attention. Showing up at work but not being fully productive is alarmingly common and costs U.S. companies over $150 billion a year. In this article, we will explain what presenteeism is, how it differs from absenteeism, explore its causes and show a proven intervention…
The internet was buzzing about a job posting for a nanny/household manager/best friend last week because it was so over the top. It was also 1475 words. That’s longer than many Atlantic articles. Most of what you read online is less than 1000 words. In other words, this wasn’t a job posting; it was a…
When you’re just getting started in HR and want to stay on top of what’s happening in the industry, you can be overwhelmed by the number of HR courses for beginners. Between online HR certification, real-life classes, and (free) online HR courses, there are a lot of options to choose from. To help you paint…