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Why Now is the Time To Elevate DEI Efforts

by Sienna BrownOn September 20, 2021 0 comments

This year will be my first time attending the SHRM Annual Conference and Expo and I am so excited to experience the magic that I’ve heard about for so many years. As the Global Director of DEI at my PowerToFly, I’m especially looking forward to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Track, where renowned speakers will be discussing ways to create inclusive, equitable spaces where everyone can thrive.

We all know that the past couple of years have been especially historical and eye-opening in regard to equity and inclusion both in and...

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Exhausted Yet Energized: A #SHRM21 Wrap-Up

by Claire Stroh Petrie, MBA, SHRM-CP, PHROn September 20, 2021 0 comments

Exhausted yet energized has been the phrase I find myself repeating since I left Las Vegas a few days ago. I honestly needed the last few days to process everything that happened during the conference! It was my first conference in over 2 years – so many hugs, learnings, connections etc were had and it was SO WONDERFUL.

I said this in my #SHRM19 wrap-up, but I thought nothing could top the last annual conference, but after this year, I’ve learned that every year is likely to be better than the last!

I’m...

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#SHRM21: A Pep Rally for HR Professionals

by Mary WilliamsOn September 20, 2021 0 comments

As a first time VIRTUAL attendee to the SHRM National Conference I wasn’t sure what to expect.

From the opening keynote to the general sessions, to the concurrent sessions: The enthusiasm each speaker had during their presentation was contagious, as was the energy for each session. The energy in the chat was positive and engaging. In fact, by the end of the week, I found I was attending the same session with certain people and so we were able to discuss the takeaways from the session, to connect and join each other’s...

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#SHRM21 Leaving Las Vegas…Hello NOLA

by Jeff Palkowski, SHRM-SCPOn September 16, 2021 0 comments

After a long, long, LONG wait I was fortunate to attend another SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas. It had been over 800 days since the previous conference (SHRM 19), and it was incredible to finally attend a live conference in the newly opened, state-of-the-art West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. As I reflected and quite honestly, recovered from the conference, several words and key takeaways came to mind that I wanted to share. Excitement. Enrichment. Encouragement. Engagement. Exhaustion.

Excitement:
This was my third SHRM Annual Conference and my second...

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Twenty-One Ways For HR To Create Meaningful Change After #SHRM21

by Brett FarmiloeOn September 16, 2021 0 comments

How can HR professionals keep the momentum going after an amazing annual SHRM conference?

We asked HR professionals and exhibitors to share their best steps for HR to take back in their workplace. From harnessing storytelling to expanding the process of vetting candidates, there are identifiable next steps to take.

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#SHRM21 Reflections

by Baskaran AmbalavananOn September 16, 2021 0 comments

"The future is always beginning now" - Mark Strand

The above quote compliments SHRM21 theme "Now More Than Ever," with the pandemic ravaging the world, businesses are striving to rebound. HR has a unique role in making a difference Now, More Than Ever.

The long-awaited SHRM21 has concluded; I said long-awaited because, after SHRM19 at Las Vegas, we waited for 27 months. Unfortunately, as you well know, the pandemic situation forced SHRM to cancel SHRM20 in San Diego and reschedule the SHRM21at Chicago to Vegas again in September. The SHRM21 offered everything for every level of HR practitioners providing content...

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Nine HR Technology Trends Emerging From The Pandemic

by Brett FarmiloeOn September 15, 2021 0 comments

What is one HR technology trend emerging from the pandemic that HR professionals should prepare for?

To help HR professionals identify the right tools in their technology stacks, we asked technology experts and the 2021 SHRM Annual Conference and Expo exhibitors this question for their best tech trends. From the automation of screening to...

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Eleven Labor Market Trends HR Professionals Should Prepare For

by Brett FarmiloeOn September 15, 2021 0 comments

What is one labor market trend that we're experiencing now, or is about to unfold?

To help organizations stay ahead of labor market trends, we asked HR professionals and business leaders this question for their best predictions. From the continued expansion of remote work to early Baby Boomer retirements, there are several labor market...

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Twelve Tips To Effectively Onboard, Train, & Develop Employees In Remote Workplaces

by Brett FarmiloeOn September 15, 2021 0 comments

How can HR effectively onboard, train, and develop employees in remote workplaces?

To help organizations effectively set new hires up for success, we asked HR professionals and business leaders for their best onboarding and training pieces of advice. From establishing communication touch points to developing an in-house university, there are a wide range of...

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Ten Ways Employers Can Build Trust in Remote Work Environments

by Brett FarmiloeOn September 15, 2021 0 comments

What is one way companies can help build trust in remote work environments?

To help organizations build a trusting work environment, we asked HR influencers and thought leaders this question for their best tips. From setting clear expectations to addressing manager biases involving remote work, there are several steps that employers can take to improve their workplace cultures.

Here are ten ways to build trust in remote work environments:

Set clear expectations from the beginning
Place Value in Employee

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