It seems like in today’s technology-centered world, there is an application (app) for everything! You could run your whole life on your smartphone if you had the right tools at your fingertips. A lot of companies are cashing in on this trend and creating apps that are convenient to its desktop users. Why not take advantage […]
What is a “Hot Job”? When I’m working with clients to develop targeted recruiting plans it’s common to encounter positions that require additional planning in order to successfully fill the vacancy. These jobs are those that are in high demand and are often referred to as “hot jobs”. In other words, a “hot job” is […]
Now that you have decided a Learning Management System (LMS) is right for your organization, the next step is to select the right LMS. I won’t be covering the entire project lifecycle from strategy alignment, budgeting, resource allocation, requirements gathering, etc., and instead, want to boil down some of the main features and functionality […]
In these times of working leaner and meaner, we find ourselves trying to figure out how to do more with less. We need our employees to be heavily engaged in the work they are doing for us to ensure they are as productive as possible. According to a Gallup Study, The State of the Global Workplace, […]
What is Role Clarity? The simplest way of describing role clarity ties back to the basic question of whether an organization can clearly describe the duties and responsibilities associated with a role and the accompanying baseline requirements that an individual needs to have in order to effectively perform the role. Creating and maintaining an environment […]
Human resources professionals do not all come with the same set of gifts and talents to bring to organizations based on different stages of maturity. Know your organization, understand its needs and you will find the best Human Resources Leadership for your business’s lifecycle. What Start-ups should look for in an HR Leader For new […]
This blog is Part Three of a three-part series on HR-related Federal Contracting compliance: Part One addresses the process to follow to determine the applicability different federal regulations to your company; Part Two provides a walkthrough and checklist to determine the applicability of specific laws and executive orders; and Part Three discusses compliance resources that […]
With Valentine’s Day and Employee Appreciation Day around the corner on March 2nd, it’s a good reminder to check in on your employee engagement. Not only is an engaged culture more fun to work in, creating a culture that embodies happiness and satisfaction just makes cents! (Pun-intended.) Effective human capital practices can and will, lead to positive […]
Year over year we find that leaders from organizations of all sizes and industries share that employee and leadership development are among the top challenges that they face in their business. Is this true for you? To address this challenge head-on requires an organization undertake a system-wide approach, and one of the critical components typically […]
As you guide your leaders and employees through the process of setting their goals for the coming year, it’s important to set a great example. Demonstrate a strong performance mindset by leading with your own plans for the coming year. Ensure all are bound in your company’s overall goals and target the HR pain points […]
Considerations for Contractors with the Government Shutdown The government shutdown of 2013 lasted 16 days. Fortunately, we have just heard that the House, Senate, and the Executive Office have found common ground and the government has reopened after day 3. There’s still a chance, however, that after February 8th, we could find ourselves in a […]
There is so much in the news today about our culture in the United States. With the recent #MeToo campaign, in which people are indicating they have suffered sexual harassment or assault, to the troubles in Hollywood, people are growing tired of not being treated with respect and dignity. We have become a society that […]
You just met with your Meltzer Rep and signed the renewal for next year’s insurance programs. What should you do now with your benefit plan changes going into effect in few months? Getting organized is the first step to a successful Open Enrollment. Determine Your Communication Methods Depending on your employee population and level of computer […]
The term ‘change management’ hurts my brain. It doesn’t do justice to the very important work of transition and transformation. Repositioning a company for product, financial, market, and competitive advantages is very important work. Many practitioners of change management hold to strict process constructs, when in fact they should flex with the purpose/intention of the […]
Fall is here and this is the time of year that some employers dread…Open Enrollment season. It’s never too early to prepare for open enrollment and engage your employees to make health care choices for the following plan year. Being overwhelmed during the process is inevitable, but there are ways to […]
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