US Jobs: Latest Trends

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As HR leaders, staying informed about the state of the job market is crucial for effective talent acquisition and management. In this blog post, we delve into the latest employment report from the Labor Department, highlighting key trends that reflect the dynamic landscape of job opportunities in the United States. By understanding these insights, HR […]

EI SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: EMOTIONAL REASONING

Decision-making is often associated with cold hard facts, figures, and technical data. However, there is another aspect of decision-making that is equally important yet often overlooked: emotional reasoning. The ability to integrate emotions and feelings with facts and data can lead to more informed and expansive decision-making. In this blog post, we will explore the […]

Dr. Vishnu Doerga and Rita Sookrit: Guyana’s Big L&D Opportunity

Guyana’s economy registered a staggering real growth of 62% last year and it has been forecasted to expand by another 25% this year. Revenue from oil exports and royalties is expected to climb 31% to $1.63 billion this year, fueled by an average $83 per barrel price for Guyana’s export basket. With new oil revenue flooding into […]

Jennifer Morris: The Business Case For DEIB

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In HRchat episode 491, we consider the business case for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). Listen as we consider why it’s more important than ever and how HR pros and leaders can get it right. My guest today is Jennifer Morris, an expert in the fields of Diversity, Inclusion, Leadership, and Talent Development.  She works […]

Can a Virtual Assistant Solve Your HR Headaches?

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What HR Tasks Could You Outsource to a Virtual Assistant? As your business grows, you will find more tasks that need your attention. At the same time, you may not have the budget to get an internal team to handle all the HR tasks. This is where a virtual assistant comes in.  Most virtual assistants […]

WELLNESSchat with Sandra Grafe: Absence Management

WELLNESSchat with Sandra Grafe: Absence Management

In the first episode of our new WELLNESSchat series, host Roger Thorpe kicks off by considering issues related to absence management and ways to better communicate wellness initiatives and benefits to employees. Roger’s guest is Sandra Grafe, Manager, Disability Management Services at AGS Rehab Solutions

HRchat Interview with Dan Hunter: Candidates and Culture Fit

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The pandemic gave employees the time to reflect on their relationship with work and, frankly, many weren’t happy with what they uncovered. This has led to record numbers of resignations in 2021 and 2022 is set to be more of the same. The Great Resignation has ushered in a massive shift in what people value and […]

Event Preview: Community Building in Crisis

Community Building in Crisis

The pandemic cut off the traditional ways we work together. HR leaders are still trying to figure out how to maintain a productive and engaged workforce driven by the goals of a shared company culture. Companies must pivot and adapt to find new avenues to engage and inspire employees plus tell their . Meetups, workshops, […]

Should the HR Manager Also be the Contract Manager?

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The roles of human resources manager and contract manager are different from each other, as each position demands distinct skill sets, knowledge, and experience.  However, some of their tasks may slightly overlap in certain instances. To answer the question above, let us look closely at contract management and the duties of a contract manager. What […]