Explaining Job Architecture
Would you rather build your home with a blueprint or your very best guess? Unless you’re prone to living on the edge, the answer is easy. A sturdy foundation is a lifesaver, and that applies to your company’s talent strategy too. Job architecture saves your business from numerous headaches, inefficiencies, and inequities. It empowers you […]
What is Human Capital Management?
Human capital management (HCM), though not a particularly inviting phrase, is an essential strategic function for every business with employees. It’s the fuel to your fire, and without an intentional approach, your whole organization could burn out. So what falls under the purview of human capital management, and how is it different from human resource […]
Developing a Total Rewards Strategy
Developing an effective total rewards strategy is a critical step toward improving, among other things, your employee retention rates. Sure, people want to earn a high salary, but so much more goes into play during a job search. Inclusive, competitive total rewards strategies align organizations under a consistent philosophy of the value they provide. In […]
Improving Gender Equality at Work
Improving gender equality at work is imperative. This blog offers tips to help you build a more inclusive, equitable workplace.
Making Meetings Purposeful
Instead of grinding through hours of unnecessary meetings each week, check out this blog to learn how to have more purposeful meetings.
How AI tools can impact HR
HR has been acquainted with AI tools for a few years now, but with the exponential growth of ChatGPT, everything is about to change.
Employee Appreciation Day Tips
Happy Employee Appreciation Day! We hope you’re ready to celebrate the people who make your business great. While a sincere thank you is a great way to kick things off, we wanted to share a few ideas to help you go the extra mile for your team. A recent survey found that 37% of employees […]
Getting executive buy-in for HR
Securing executive buy-in for HR initiatives involves clear communication and a story that ties your project closely to your company’s goals, mission, vision, and values. It’s a tall order but one you must complete in order to implement your strategic HR goals. For example, how will reducing turnover translate into higher revenue? Why would outsourcing […]
Performance Management Tips
A recent Willis Tower Watson (WTW) survey found that only around, “one in four North American employers (26%) reported being effective at both managing and paying for performance.” That same survey noted that companies with effective performance management strategies outperform their industry peers by 1.5x financially and 1.25x in employee productivity. Performance management investments pay […]
Exiting a PEO
Exiting a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) can signify a big leap forward for small to mid-sized businesses. But regardless of whether you’re looking to leave your PEO because you outgrew them or because you need to cut costs, thorough preparation is essential. Additionally, expect to complete certain steps based on the specifics of your relationship […]