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#Nextchat: Rewarding Failure

mary.kaylor — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:04:17 +0000

SHRM’s Board Chair Bette Francis delivered a thought-provoking address on HR and innovation to #SHRM13 attendees on June 18. She encouraged HR pros to create and foster cultures of innovation within their organizations.

We hear a lot about innovation and its importance to employee engagement and staying one step ahead of the competition, but what’s the best way to encourage innovation within your organization?

The best companies are learning that innovation happens faster if you create a culture that allows for experimentation and rewards employees for trying new ideas -- even if they fail.

In a recent interview with...

3 Ways to Retain Your Engaged Workforce!

Nisha.Raghavan — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

I am sure when we talk about employee engagement most of us talk from a broader perspective but fail to address how to impact the bottom line. Some organizations get it wrong when they think money and benefits can cover everything. But they fail to realize there isn’t any one formula that works for your engaged and disengaged work force.

Your engaged workforce are the ones who would be motivated, more accountable and responsible towards what needs to be done to achieve your goals. And sure, you cannot bait them with money. But you can only retain them...

If You Want More Leaders, You Have to Let Them Lead

Steve.Boese — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

The NBA Finals are underway, and as I write this post the San Antonio Spurs are still enjoying a 1-0 series lead, primarily due to the steady play of their veteran stalwarts, Tim Duncan and Tony Parker. Parker, their point guard hit a remarkable shot near the end of the game to put the Spurs in a commanding position, and Duncan shook off a bad start to put up 20 points and 14 rebounds and contributed all-around solid play.

These two players,...

2013 SHRM ANNUAL: LINGO ALERT

Jonathan.Segal — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Every profession has its own words—words that we use and, at times, over use.

When does the use become overuse? Well, when lots of us are together!

So as we enjoy SHRM’s Annual Conference next week, we need to be careful of HR lingo. What are some of the words and expressions to avoid?

I have narrowed it down to a “Top 10.” Out of respect to your colleagues, please avoid:

1. Knowledge share. Yes, that’s the goal, but how about plain English? Good stuff.

2. Gap analysis. Rather...

Vendors Are People Too

David.Kovacovich — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

I will be joining the #SHRM13 Social Media Team this year at the SHRM Annual Conference in Chicago. In years past, I worked on an exhibitor booth team. Here’s my take on the vendor mindset and how you can maximize your exhibitor hall experience.

By the way, you can meet me at “The Hive” (located in the South Building of McCormick Place in HALL A right next to the SHRMStore) for a social media tutorial:

• Monday 2pm - 4pm

• Tuesday 2pm - 4pm

• Wednesday 10am - 12pm

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Eight Mistakes You Must Avoid to Enjoy #SHRM13

Jessica.Miller-Merrell — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:20:52 +0000

Be sure to check out our SHRM Party Guide and Text ‘SHRM’ to 55678 to receive text alerts and reminders of speakers, parties and other happenings directly to your phone. Jessica proudly supports SHRM and has been a member since 2001.

Experience is the best teacher but preparation and education are essential in the learning and living especially when it comes to working in HR. With regard to the upcoming SHRM Annual Conference, I wanted to share some mistakes I’ve made myself since attending my first SHRM and how to avoid them June 16-19th, 2013 in beautiful Chicago....

#SHRM13 ROLL CALL!!

Eric.B.Meyer — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:10:31 +0000

We are less than a week from the start of the SHRM Annual Conference & Exposition, which kicks off in Chicago on Sunday, June 16.

I will roll into town on Monday. My plan is to hit the House of Blues that night for The Official #SHRM13 TweetUp & Afterparty. Next day, I'll be ~~chugging hair of the dog~~ shuttling between the Blogger's Lounge and The HIVE, where I'll ultimately set up...

Manufacturing an Economic Recovery

Joe.Coombs — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Millions of goods-producing jobs have been eliminated in the past 20 years, and although the manufacturing industry has bounced back in recent months, the most consistent growth in the labor market has been tied to the service sector for the past several quarters.

Manufacturers, however, aren’t quite ready to cede their standing as a pillar of economic strength. In fact, experts say the industrial sector could return to a level of productivity not seen for decades—before major technological advancements, overseas outsourcing and several recessionary periods began to decimate its ranks.

By 2025 manufacturing could reach 15 percent of...

#NEXTCHAT Recap: IS THERE STILL A PLACE FOR BOLD, TOP-DOWN LEADERSHIP?

Lindsey.Allen — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:20:16 +0000

On June 12, @weknownext chatted with John Bell (@JohnRichardBell) about the topic "Is there still a place for bold, top-down leadership?"

In case you missed it, here are all the great tweets from the chat...

View the story "#NEXTCHAT RECAP: IS THERE STILL A PLACE FOR BOLD, TOP-DOWN LEADERSHIP?" on Storify

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Onboarding Tips for Managers

Ben.Eubanks — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Every once in a while I share things here that I’ve put out to our managers. Why? Because I know that many of you struggle with getting your managers on board in some areas, too! The message below is one that I recently passed to our supervisors in order to help them understand the end of the recruiting process.

I see this as a critical juncture, because as the in-house corporate recruiter, I’ve developed a rapport with the candidate and have their trust; however, to ensure that the working relationship goes smoothly, I have to transition them into the...