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Compensation

Strategies to Enhance Employee Retention and Reduce Turnover
Talent-Management
Strategies to Enhance Employee Retention and Reduce Turnover

Employee retention is a critical aspect of maintaining successful businesses, especially for companies like Shopify Norge, where the cost of replacing employees can be significant. Engaging and satisfying talented employees to prevent turnover is essential. Consider that replacing an employee can often cost up to twice their annual salary, factoring in hiring expenses, training time, and lost productivity. Furthermore, high

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Revolutionizing HR Management: Reducing Admin Burden with AI
Recruitment-and-On-boarding
Revolutionizing HR Management: Reducing Admin Burden with AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Human Resource Management (HRM) has emerged as a groundbreaking solution to reduce the administrative burden, enabling HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives. This article explores how AI is revolutionizing HR operations by automating repetitive tasks, enhancing employee experience, and providing valuable insights for organizational growth. Streamlining Recruitment and Selection Enhancing Candidate Screening AI enhances recruitment

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How Can Employers Address Widespread Career Regrets Among Workers?
Talent-Management
How Can Employers Address Widespread Career Regrets Among Workers?

Recent surveys reveal a concerning trend: nearly two-thirds of workers in the U.S., UK, France, and Germany express regrets about their career choices. These regrets range from not asking for a pay raise and not prioritizing work-life balance to staying too long in an unsatisfying job and not negotiating salaries effectively. Such widespread dissatisfaction has significant implications for employers, potentially

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Singaporean Workers Seek Second Jobs Amid Rising Living Costs and Inflation
Payroll
Singaporean Workers Seek Second Jobs Amid Rising Living Costs and Inflation

Over half of the Singaporean workforce is now considering taking up second jobs to boost their earnings due to inadequate salary increments and spiraling living costs. In this climate of financial strain, a striking 24% are looking to augment their earning potential, while a significant 56% are either actively searching for or contemplating another job to mitigate job insecurity. The

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UK Gender Pay Gap Projected to Close by 2065 Amid Sector Disparities
Employment Law
UK Gender Pay Gap Projected to Close by 2065 Amid Sector Disparities

Despite years of efforts to bridge the gender pay gap in the UK, recent analysis shows that it will take until 2065 for the gap to close, highlighting a concerning reality that progress is still painstakingly slow. A study conducted by pensions and reward company Isio analyzed data from 10,000 companies, revealing that women’s median hourly pay in the 2023-24

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Are You Ready for the Major Employment Law Changes in 2025?
Employment Law
Are You Ready for the Major Employment Law Changes in 2025?

As we approach 2025, significant changes in employment law are on the horizon. These updates will require HR professionals and employers to make necessary adjustments to ensure compliance and support their workforce effectively. With 2024 already introducing numerous changes, 2025 is set to continue this trend, bringing additional modifications that employers must address. The new laws are designed to improve

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How Can Leaders Foster Belonging to Improve Retention and Engagement?
Talent-Management
How Can Leaders Foster Belonging to Improve Retention and Engagement?

As organizations continue to navigate the challenges of employee retention and engagement, the concept of belonging in the workplace has become more crucial than ever. In an environment influenced by trends like The Great Resignation and quiet quitting, employees are seeking more than just a paycheck; they crave a sense of purpose, trust, and connection. Leaders who can cultivate these

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How Will UK Employment Rights Bill Impact Seasonal Workers?
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How Will UK Employment Rights Bill Impact Seasonal Workers?

The UK Employment Rights Bill is poised to bring about significant changes in the way seasonal and temporary workers are employed, largely aiming to secure more predictable schedules and job stability. Many sectors, including retail and hospitality, rely heavily on seasonal workers, particularly during peak periods like holidays and school vacations. Traditionally, these sectors have utilized zero-hours contracts, which offer

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Global Strategies for Effective Employer Branding and Retention
Talent-Management
Global Strategies for Effective Employer Branding and Retention

In the contemporary competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent involves more than merely offering competitive pay. Employer branding—the perception of a company as a desirable place to work—is crucial in enhancing employee engagement and retention. This comprehensive analysis will delve into the common themes, key points, and overarching trends of employer branding, focusing on different regions’ unique cultural,

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Advances in HR Tech: Flexibility and Personalization in Benefits
Core HR
Advances in HR Tech: Flexibility and Personalization in Benefits

Economic pressures and an increasing focus on employee empowerment have created a challenging environment for benefit managers, forcing them to find ways to make employee benefits truly meaningful on an individual level. Technological innovations, particularly the introduction of spendable benefits cards powered by embedded finance, are emerging as a promising solution to this problem. These advancements in HR technology offer

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Navigating Hybrid Work, Pay Transparency, and New Employment Laws
Employment Law
Navigating Hybrid Work, Pay Transparency, and New Employment Laws

The Farella Braun + Martel hybrid Employment Law Symposium, held on January 16, provided HR professionals with critical updates on new employment laws and best practices. This event was particularly insightful given the ongoing challenges related to hybrid work policies. The symposium discussed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, the balance required between efficient work performance and employee well-being, and the

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Tech Giants Buy Unused Footage for AI Training, Boosting Creator Income
AI and ML
Tech Giants Buy Unused Footage for AI Training, Boosting Creator Income

The rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited a novel economic opportunity for digital content creators, particularly through the acquisition of unused video footage by major technology firms. These companies are increasingly purchasing unpublished and unused video content to train their AI models, creating a burgeoning market that allows creators to monetize video assets that would otherwise remain

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