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Why Do Employer Recognition Awards Matter?

In the pursuit of brand recognition, organizations turn to employer recognition awards for credible third-party validation. Beyond being shiny plaques, these awards signify legitimacy and industry leadership. 

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Top Workplaces

Best Workplaces in Healthcare

With so many different specialties, finding a great healthcare job can be overwhelming. Luckily, exploring the 2024 Top Workplaces for Healthcare award recipients is a great place to start. Here are 10 of the best employers in the healthcare industry, all based on confidential employee feedback. Please note, this is not a ranked list, just a compilation of notable organizations from the 2024 Top Workplaces for Healthcare list.

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July 23, 2024

AI in the Recruitment Process

At times, it seems like artificial intelligence may take over the world. Tools like ChatGPT are revolutionizing how we live and work, so it’s no surprise that AI is entering employee recruitment and hiring. Recruiting is a highly time-consuming and expensive process, so many recruiting teams are turning to AI to save time, money, and other resources. Read on to learn why so many teams recruit with AI, including the benefits and challenges of the exciting new technology.

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July 17, 2024
EVP

Employee Value Proposition

Retaining and recruiting top talent starts with a clear employee value proposition. To employees, it’s all about “Why should I apply here,” and then once they’re in the door, “Why should I keep working here instead of there?” Current employees and job seekers want to know what they will receive for their contributions- and how it compares to the competition. Here, we explain more about EVP and how it compares to employer brand.

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July 9, 2024
Leadership

Ways Leadership Impacts Employee Performance

Increasing pressure to make more money, retain top talent, and stay innovative can pull company leaders in many different directions. A leader’s job is never-ending and overwhelming, but successful leadership teams know the most important task on their day-to-day agenda is improving performance. Here, we highlight the different types of leaders and how they impact performance.

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July 2, 2024
Productivity

Causes of Low Productivity in the Workplace

Productivity can make or break a company. It directly impacts employee recruitment, expenses, and revenue. High productivity leads to improved efficiencies and innovations, while low productivity risks employee engagement and business longevity. Here, we explore why it is crucial to know the causes of low productivity in the workplace and the effects it can have on your bottom line. So you can keep everyone motivated and operating at a higher level.

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June 27, 2024
Employee Well-Being

Creating an Employee Well-Being Strategy

Employee well-being is the secret to success. Organizations everywhere invest in well-being initiatives to promote engagement, retention, and profitability. Leaders must be familiar with health and well-being practices in order to maximize that investment. That way, it’s easier to prevent issues like employee burnout, sick days, and absenteeism. Here, we review 6 steps for creating the most effective employee well-being strategy for your people.

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June 25, 2024
Leadership

11 Steps to Future-Proof Your Organization

No matter what industry you’re in, future-proofing can help your organization adapt to changing circumstances, stay competitive, increase resilience, and attract and retain top talent. By taking proactive measures to prepare for the future, you can position your business for long-term success.

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June 21, 2024
Leadership

Common Mistakes Leaders Make

If you’re a leader, you’re busy. There’s a lot that goes into nurturing a successful workforce and workplace culture. Leaders constantly influence and direct employees, but not always in the best ways. Here are 12 common leadership mistakes to avoid! Plus, helpful resources on improving employee engagement and becoming a better leader.

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June 17, 2024
Recruiting

Social Media Recruitment

Millennial and Gen Z candidates spend most of their time on social media, and the job search process is no exception. It’s essential to tap into social media recruiting to get the most out of your recruitment strategy and reach more people. Recruiting candidates to open positions through social media platforms can open up a diverse talent pool, build brand awareness, and reduce cost per hire.
Check out this Employee Recruitment Strategies blog post to learn more about other effective recruitment methods.

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June 13, 2024
Recruiting

Diversity Hiring

Diversity hiring is the practice of recruiting candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that individuals from all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and other characteristics have an equal opportunity to succeed. Diversity hiring strategies aim to identify and minimize potential biases in recruitment and hiring processes. Here are five steps to create an intentional diversity hiring strategy at your company.

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June 6, 2024
Best Companies

Best Companies for College Graduates

The following list includes some of the best companies to work for out of college. All of these organizations have recently been named as a Top Workplace, have a sizeable number of employees under 25, and have high levels of employee engagement within that age bracket. Although this is in no way an exhaustive list, it’s a great starting point for recent graduates who want to work for a vibrant, people-first company.

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June 4, 2024
Recruiting

Inbound Recruitment

Inbound recruitment, also known as organic talent attraction, is a great addition to any recruitment strategy. Saving employers time and driving workplace culture for current employees, inbound recruitment is all about building a self-sufficient employer brand. Here, we discuss inbound vs. outbound recruiting, the benefits of inbound recruiting, and how to improve it. That way, you can save resources and hire the best talent possible.

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May 30, 2024
Productivity

How to Improve Employee Productivity

Understanding how to improve employee productivity in the workplace helps individuals and the organizations they work for. It’s something that everyone benefits from knowing, and the rewards are significant. Especially in today’s competitive market, employees and organizations must maximize individual and collective performance. Here are 14 tips for improving productivity at your organization.

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May 24, 2024
Leadership

Ethical Leadership in the Workplace

Research shows that ethical leadership has serious benefits and is more widely practiced now than ever. Ethical leaders strengthen company morals, principles, and values. They follow a higher standard of conduct and encourage others to do the same. So, what is ethical leadership and why is it important? Read this blog post for the full rundown.

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May 23, 2024
Job Seekers

Writing an Effective Job Posting

To improve the recruitment process and stand out against the competition, companies must understand how to write an effective job posting and make it pop. A job posting includes a job description, but it goes much further than that. Like a job description, job postings explain the responsibilities, requirements, qualifications, and how to apply for the job. Here are 12 helpful tips for creating the most effective job posting.

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May 22, 2024