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How Can My Company Choose Between Different Types of Recruitment Services?
/in Recruitment/by Melinda CaninoIf your organization is struggling to get candidates to apply or remain in your selection process, can’t seem to find the right person to fill a key role, or simply don’t have the bandwidth to fill the volume of open positions, it may be time to consider external recruitment solutions. There are many types of […]
5 Key Points To Use Assessments in the Employee Life Cycle
/in Employee Relations, HR Strategy/by Melinda CaninoWhat is so significant about the term experience? Experience is how we remember life. An experience awakens the senses and, for better or worse, leaves a lasting impression. Often, those impressions are shared with others, especially with the ease of the Internet and social media. Driven by this, organizations today strive to leave a positive […]
What Are The Benefits of Providing a Mentoring Program?
/in Training & Development/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: Our team members have been asking for additional development opportunities and a mentoring program has been suggested. What are the benefits of a mentoring program, and how do we implement one? HR Answer: The benefits of having a mentor can be immeasurable. Almost 80% of CEO’s say they had mentors throughout their careers […]
HR’s Role During An Economic Crisis
/in HR Strategy/by Melinda CaninoHigh inflation, rising interest rates, record-low unemployment, and strong consumer spending seem to have economists scratching their heads. In today’s economic uncertainty, HR professionals are preparing to pivot to meet the needs of their organizations should the economy go into recession. HR professionals are no strangers to navigating and leading through turbulent times. Throughout the […]
Six Ways To Engage The “Quiet Quitters” In Your Organization
/in Employee Relations/by Melinda CaninoOne thing is clear as we look into this new year – employee engagement must remain a top priority. As employers are still weathering the storm of The Great Resignation, which according to Forbes hit its peak in March 2022 with over 4.5 million Americans quitting their jobs, there was another storm brewing after. This […]
Succession Planning: How Can We Prepare for Exits of Key Employees?
/in HR Strategy/by Melinda CaninoHR Question: In light of The Great Resignation, I’ve been hearing more and more about the importance of succession planning should any of our key employees or leaders resign. How can our organization make sure we’re appropriately prepared for succession planning so we are well-positioned if we should lose any key players? HR Answer: The […]
Are You Ready For These Top HR Trends in 2024?
/in HR Strategy/by Melinda CaninoAs we transition into a new year, the world of Human Resources is poised to undergo several transformative trends that reflect the evolving landscape of work. Some transformations are already at work, such as the continued integration of technology in HR processes, with the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and automation tools. These […]
How Can We Make DE&I Programs More Effective?
/in Employee Relations/by strategic HR inc.Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs (DE&I programs) that create a culture of inclusivity are key to attracting top talent, retaining employees, and developing an engaged and highly productive workforce. The significance of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion within the workplace is not a new concept. However, a growing number of businesses are researching and implementing these […]
Should We Abolish Performance Improvement Plans?
/in Employee Relations/by strategic HR inc.What is a PIP? A performance improvement plan (or PIP), as defined by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), is a tool utilized specifically to provide employees with an “opportunity to succeed,” rather than lose their job. PIPs provide two important features: first, to provide a timeline for improvement; and second, to create documentation […]
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/by Melinda CaninoWhat are the Newest Benefit Trends?
/in Benefits & Compensation/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: We’re trying to review our benefit offerings to make sure that we’re meeting each of our employees’ needs. We’re able to offer the basics – health, dental, vision – but are there offerings we haven’t considered yet to keep up with benefit trends? HR Answer: In today’s market, it’s as important to retain […]
Three Ways HR Can Serve as Cybersecurity Defenders
/in Health, Safety & Security/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: Why should cybersecurity be a priority for HR professionals? Isn’t that IT’s job? HR Answer: Hackers look for more than just passwords and bank information. They can hold personal information hostage like social security numbers, share private health information, or share the results of someone’s less-than-satisfactory performance review with the public. Human error […]
Bonus Grants: A Creative Way to Retain and Reward Key Employees
/in Benefits & Compensation/by Melinda CaninoHR Question: I’ve been asked to look into how we can use bonus grants as part of our retention strategy. Can you help? HR Answer: Changes in the economy – as well as clashing generations in the workforce – have altered the employment landscape. Gone are the days of someone retiring after 40 years with […]
What to do if the IRS notifies you of Affordable Care Act (ACA) penalty fees
/in Recordkeeping/by Melinda CaninoHR Question: How do I know if my company needs to submit Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting to the IRS? What are the potential ACA penalty fees if we do it wrong? HR Answer: Any employer with self-insured medical benefits or with 50 total Full-Time and Full-Time Equivalent employees is required to report to the […]
What Role Should HR Play in Benefits Open Enrollment to Ensure Success?
/in Benefits & Compensation/by Melinda CaninoHR Question: I recently took on the responsibility of overseeing our company’s benefits. Can you offer advice on the role HR should play in benefits open enrollment to ensure its success? HR Answer: As many employers, like yourself, are in the midst of planning for benefits open enrollment, it takes me back to the early […]
How Can Managers Assess Their Impact on Retention?
/in Employee Relations/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: I’ve heard the saying – “people don’t leave companies, they leave managers.” I recognize my managers can play a key role in the success of my organization, but how do we assess our manager’s impact on retention in our organization? HR Answer: As employers continue to wrestle with the challenges of attracting and […]
What is the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)?
/in HR Compliance/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: What is the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and how can I take advantage of this program? HR Answer: As an incentive to employers of all sizes to keep employees on payroll, the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) was created to help employers navigate the unprecedented impact of COVID-19. The ERTC is a […]
How Can HR Professionals Reduce Workplace Violence?
/in Health, Safety & Security/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: How can we reduce workplace violence? HR Answer: The numbers are staggering and undeniable. According to SHRM’s 2019 study, 48% of HR professionals reported some type of workplace violence incident in their organization. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also reported in the same year there were 888,220 events or exposures involving injury […]
Preparing For a Potential Active Shooter Incident
/in Health, Safety & Security/by strategic HR inc.Active shooter incidents are an unfortunate reality facing us all. Active shooter situations are unpredictable and can evolve quickly. It is important to provide your employees with the information needed to help prevent and prepare for the unthinkable. How to Prepare – create an Emergency Action Plan: Clearly identify possible evacuation routes – have at least […]
Mental Health Concerns in the Workplace
/in Benefits & Compensation, Health, Safety & Security, HR Strategy/by Sammie OsborneIn today’s chaotic environment, many American workers have been searching for ways to cope with the “new normal.” Between the pandemic, civil unrest, a divisive and contentious election, and frequent changes in their day to day life, it’s no surprise that mental health concerns in the workplace are on the rise. What impact can your […]
Systemic Changes HR Can Make Against Systemic Racism
/in HR Strategy/by strategic HR inc.As HR professionals and business leaders, we are often seen as the guardians of our organization’s culture and tasked with leading change in the work environment. That said, molding a culture into one that embraces and encourages Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) is not necessarily an easy task. There is no switch to flip, and […]
Systemic Racism: How Can I Fight It?
/in HR Strategy/by RobinHR Question: The longstanding systemic racism and racial injustice against Black Americans is causing turmoil in my community – with my friends, with my family, and with my coworkers. What can my organization do to activate solutions to promote progress against systemic racism? How can I be a part of the solution through my workplace […]
Characteristics of Strong Leadership During COVID-19
/in Training & Development/by Sammie OsborneHR Question: As a result of COVID-19, many business leaders will be put to the test as their businesses have had to stop, reassess, pivot, and restart parts of or all of their operations in a flash. What are some characteristics of strong leadership during COVID-19? HR Answer: During a crisis, leadership characteristics and values […]
What Is an RPO?
/in Recruitment/by strategic HR inc.HR Question: I keep hearing about RPOs… but I don’t have a clue what they are. What are they, and should I be looking into one? HR Answer: It’s nearly impossible to keep up with all of the business acronyms, new or old, so it’s not shocking that you may not have heard of an […]
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