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Translating HR into Financial Performance | Business Finance

Tapping the power of human resources are key to increased growth and revenues, according to Business Finance Magazine. Joanne Sammer writes about the link between economic performance and human resources capabilities. This data comes from a new survey of 4,200 HR and non-HR managers commissioned by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The most striking areas between high performing companies and those lessContinue reading “Translating HR into Financial Performance | Business Finance”

Translating HR into Financial Performance | Business Finance

Culture Starts with Onboarding

Think back to your first day on a new job. Remember the feelings of enthusiasm and anticipation? Starting a new job is always an exhilarating experience; it is often the time when energy, excitement and expectations are at their peak. Those crucial first days are also an excellent time to give the new employee theContinue reading “Culture Starts with Onboarding”

6 Steps to Getting More Stuff Done

Technology’s great, but it can distract us to the point where productivity suffers. Here’s how to minimize the disruptions. By Karl Stark and Bill Stewart for Inc.com. Let’s face it: Despite all of the positives associated with today’s rapidly changing business environment, technology can also cause distractions and put a strain on our productivity.

Keys to a Social Media Hiring Strategy

Human Resource professionals are rapidly embracing social media as a recruitment strategy; Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn sit at the forefront. At the same time, hiring managers are easing back on traditional employment outlets like job boards. For those following trends in recruiting tools, this is encouraging. Forty-six percent of HR and recruitment professionals say theyContinue reading “Keys to a Social Media Hiring Strategy”