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Mastering Seasonal Hiring: Key Strategies for Employer Success
Recruitment-and-On-boarding
Mastering Seasonal Hiring: Key Strategies for Employer Success

Navigating the complexities of seasonal hiring while ensuring efficiency and compliance can be daunting, yet mastering it is crucial for businesses facing fluctuating demand. Understanding federal compliance requirements is the cornerstone of successful seasonal hiring, as it ensures your business stays legally protected. Additionally, quick-turn talent acquisition becomes indispensable during peak seasons. Leveraging technology, such as applicant tracking systems (ATS),

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Boosting Employee Engagement to Reduce Turnover and Increase Productivity
Talent-Management
Boosting Employee Engagement to Reduce Turnover and Increase Productivity

In today’s competitive market, companies are facing significant challenges in attracting and retaining top talent as employees increasingly seek better opportunities for personal and professional growth. The issue of low employee engagement has critically impacted the global economy, costing about nine percent of GDP. The survey highlighted that only 20 percent of employees in sub-Saharan Africa are engaged at work,

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Tech Sector Faces Hiring Challenges Amidst Post-Pandemic Shifts
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Tech Sector Faces Hiring Challenges Amidst Post-Pandemic Shifts

As the global economy continues to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the technology sector is experiencing significant challenges in revitalizing its hiring rates. Despite the broader labor market starting to cool in 2022, the tech industry has seen a noticeable dip in hiring rates, with a full percentage point decrease reported between February 2020 and October 2024.

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How Can Employers Protect Young Workers From Workplace Harassment?
Employment Law
How Can Employers Protect Young Workers From Workplace Harassment?

The recent settlement between Wireless World LLC, owner of Elite Wireless Group, Inc., and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over allegations of sexual harassment by a sales manager has thrown a spotlight on the persistent issue of workplace harassment, especially among teenage employees. Wireless World agreed to pay $107,916 to resolve these allegations, which represent a violation of

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FTC Orders Guardian to End No-Hire Agreements Restricting Workers
Employment Law
FTC Orders Guardian to End No-Hire Agreements Restricting Workers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Guardian Service Industries, Inc., a New York building services contractor, cease enforcing no-hire agreements that barred building owners and other service contractors from employing its workers. This directive emerges from the FTC’s formal complaint, which stated that Guardian’s policy included no-hire clauses in service contracts with residential building owners in New York

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Are Employment Background Checks Reliable Enough for Fair Hiring?
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Are Employment Background Checks Reliable Enough for Fair Hiring?

Navigating the job market can be a difficult task, especially when one’s background is inaccurately represented. This was the reality for a job applicant who took legal action against Sterling Infosystems, a consumer reporting agency. The applicant claimed that Sterling misreported her criminal history and stated she had an active warrant for her arrest, information which was sent to her

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Future HR Trends: AI, Personalization, and Wellbeing Lead Evolution
Core HR
Future HR Trends: AI, Personalization, and Wellbeing Lead Evolution

The landscape of human resources and recruitment is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and evolving worker expectations. By 2025, several key trends are anticipated to reshape HR practices, making them more efficient, personalized, and focused on employee wellbeing. AI and Digital Transformation in HR AI-Powered Recruitment Tools AI-powered recruitment tools are revolutionizing the hiring process. These tools

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Do Colorado Employers Need to Include Holiday Pay in Overtime Calculations?
Payroll
Do Colorado Employers Need to Include Holiday Pay in Overtime Calculations?

Imagine working tirelessly on a holiday, motivated by the promise of extra pay, only to find out that this incentive wasn’t factored into your overtime calculation. This is a scenario that many workers in Colorado faced before a crucial clarification came from the state’s Supreme Court. As of January 12, 2024, the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals sought guidance

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How Are Global Firms Managing Employee Health and Absenteeism?
Talent-Management
How Are Global Firms Managing Employee Health and Absenteeism?

In today’s globalized economy, the success of international companies hinges on their ability to ensure the health and wellbeing of their workforce. Absenteeism can significantly impact productivity, making it crucial for these firms to adopt strategies that prevent employee absences and facilitate quicker returns to work post-illness. Recent studies show that 86% of global firms now offer preventative health and

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How Is Talent Acquisition Transforming Recruitment Strategies?
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How Is Talent Acquisition Transforming Recruitment Strategies?

There is no question that the ability to attract and retain top talent has become a game-changer. Talent acquisition isn’t just about filling positions; it’s about building a workforce that drives innovation and growth. By focusing on long-term goals and strategic hiring, organizations can ensure they have the right people in place to meet future challenges. This approach transforms talent

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Toilet Paper Recruitment and TikTok Scrolling in the Workplace
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Toilet Paper Recruitment and TikTok Scrolling in the Workplace

In an ever-evolving job market, companies are continually seeking innovative ways to attract new talent, and one hygiene and health company recently took a unique approach by using toilet paper as an advertising medium. This eye-catching recruitment campaign was deployed in the restroom stalls of Nottingham University, aiming to grab the attention of students with its humor and novelty. Practice

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Transforming HR: AI Enhances Efficiency, Reduces Bias, and Boosts Retention
Core HR
Transforming HR: AI Enhances Efficiency, Reduces Bias, and Boosts Retention

Imagine a world where your company’s recruitment process is so advanced that it not only finds top talent in a fraction of time but also ensures that every candidate is evaluated purely on their skills and experiences, free from any bias. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a futuristic concept; it has become an integral part of human resource (HR)

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