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Compensation

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?
Recruitment-and-On-boarding
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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Employers Face Talent Retention Challenges Amid Economic Pressures
Talent-Management
Employers Face Talent Retention Challenges Amid Economic Pressures

The latest findings reveal significant concerns among nearly half of UK professionals (46%) about their employers’ ability to retain staff by 2025. This apprehension arises amidst challenges such as rising inflation, cost-of-living pressures, and tax hikes, which add to an already strained employment market. With the landscape shifting so dramatically, businesses must be prepared to adapt or face the consequences

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Tribunal Awards £60K For Discriminatory Dismissal of Cancer Patient
Employment Law
Tribunal Awards £60K For Discriminatory Dismissal of Cancer Patient

It is discussed a tribunal ruling involving the discriminatory and unfair dismissal of Janie Crampshee, a dedicated employee at Dignity Funerals who faced significant hardships during her cancer treatment. Crampshee encountered overwhelming challenges as her employer failed to make adequate accommodations for her medical condition, ultimately leading to her unjust dismissal and subsequent legal battle. Crampshee had been employed as

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Preparing HR for Impactful 2025 Employment Law Transformations
Employment Law
Preparing HR for Impactful 2025 Employment Law Transformations

Human Resources (HR) departments face an evolving landscape as they gear up for significant changes to employment laws expected in 2025. These changes, driven by the forthcoming Employment Rights Bill (ERB), promise to transform the ways businesses manage employee relations, compensation, and workplace policies. As these changes loom on the horizon, HR professionals must proactively prepare to ensure their organizations

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How Can Responding to Online Reviews Build Customer Trust?
Customer Experience (CX)
How Can Responding to Online Reviews Build Customer Trust?

One of the most challenging aspects of building a brand for your small business online is sorting out the best ways to connect with customers – especially when they leave complaints online. Consumer reviews are powerful things. They inspire new purchases and provide an excellent opportunity to communicate with customers in a meaningful way. A PissedConsumer survey reveals that 89%

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AI-Powered Lookalikes™ by HR Signal Transforms Recruitment Efficiency
Recruitment-and-On-boarding
AI-Powered Lookalikes™ by HR Signal Transforms Recruitment Efficiency

HR Signal has unveiled Lookalikes™, an AI-driven candidate sourcing platform aimed at revolutionizing how recruiters find and evaluate potential hires. This state-of-the-art system introduces a level of efficiency and precision previously unattainable in the talent acquisition space by using artificial intelligence to identify candidates who closely match specific Archetypes. These Archetypes can be created either automatically by the AI or

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Reimagining Hourly Work: Prioritizing People in the Modern Workforce
Talent-Management
Reimagining Hourly Work: Prioritizing People in the Modern Workforce

The dynamic nature of the workforce is leading to significant shifts, especially for hourly workers who encounter varied and complex challenges in today’s rapidly changing employment environment. The “Hourly Work Index” created by Deputy serves as a comprehensive resource, providing a detailed, quantitative portrayal of these changes across multiple industries while also shedding light on the human stories and experiences

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