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September Compliance Corner: The Exposed Culture of Engagement and Motivation

25 September, 2023

Estimated time to read: 4 minutes

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As we look across the work environment we see empty cubicles, dim lights, empty parking lots, and quiet space. The last several years, the pandemic, the office environment, culture and workforce, made significant changes to the type of employee, workspace and culture of many companies. Even before M...

Career Growth Strategies from Women in Leadership

11 March, 2024

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds

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Career Growth Strategies from Women in Leadership There can be many hurdles when it comes to growing your career – such as balancing family priorities with professional aspirations. We recently hosted a panel featuring top female leaders at isolved. Amberly Dressler, VP of Corporate Marketing, Jessi...

Get Connected: Maximize Your HCM Investment at Every Stage

09 August, 2023

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 15 seconds

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As your organization grows and evolves, chances are your human capital management (HCM) needs will also shift. In our 2023 HR Leaders Survey, 63 percent of participants were unhappy with their current HCM solution and plan to switch in the next 12 months. A top feature they are seeking when switchin...

3 Tips for Maximizing Cloud Security in the Office

27 September, 2016

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 15 seconds

Cloud-based software is everywhere. However, so are cloud-based security issues. Unfortunately for most businesses, security breaches occur on a regular basis, and a surprising number of breaches go unnoticed. Many are caused by employee carelessness or as the result of a lack of knowledge. Here are...

Training Industry Information

04 August, 2020

Estimated time to read: 30 seconds

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As experts in the HCM industry, we’re working to provide information to businesses and employers to help them stay aware of the ever-changing complexities in our current situation. Below you’ll find some of the latest pieces we’ve produced – each is a quick read that may prov...

Learn, Network, Grow: isolved People Heroes Tour 2024

19 January, 2024

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 30 seconds

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In 2023, 91 percent of HR leaders prioritized experience. Going into 2024, EX remains top of mind as 65 percent of employees are still suffering from burnout in their positions. While great strides have been made, HR and business leaders are left wondering how to bridge the gap. To help, isolved’s S...

Build your Best Solution: An Employee Marketplace Roundup

28 August, 2023

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes

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No two businesses are alike, so why would your HR solutions be? As HR software systems are rapidly growing, organizations are now able to customize their services, choosing to augment existing platforms to build an HR strategy tailored to their needs and business growth. Along with scalability...

Unloading HR Stress through Augmentation

17 February, 2023

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes

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Now is the time to check in with your HR friends and family. With more demands, fewer resources and less time, HR teams are being stretched thin and having a hard time keeping up with the day-to-day— not to mention having the time to focus on longer-term, more strategic objectives. In an era of...

Honor & Service Q&A: What It Takes to Start and Run a Successful Employee Resource Group

12 July, 2023

Estimated time to read: 5 minutes, 15 seconds

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Forty-one percent of employees say their employer doesn’t offer employee resource groups (ERGs), which is a big opportunity for employers looking for new ways to support their workforce, including groups like veterans, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women and more. An ERG is a voluntary, employee-led gr...

HR Planning for 2024: Business as Unusual

15 December, 2023

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 30 seconds

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For some, the end of the year is a time of relaxation—but not for business leaders and HR teams. As we head toward the end of the year, businesses are feverishly working to put a bow on 2023 while preparing for next year. What can they expect in 2024? If the last few years have been any indication,...

Who’s the Boss? The Difference Between Leaders and Managers

16 February, 2016

Estimated time to read: 3 minutes

A very fine line exists in the differences between leaders and managers. Good managers are also leaders, but not all leaders are good managers. Grace Murray Hopper simplifies the base difference: “You manage things, you lead people.” Managers have employees. Within any company, people show up wh...

Prioritizing Great Employee Experience? Invest in HCM Tech.

13 February, 2023

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 30 seconds

Payroll, engagement and learning management are the HR activities that could use the most improvement this year according to a survey of nearly 1,000 full-time employees. One way HR leaders can improve in these areas is with a comprehensive human capital management (HCM) platform that connects the e...

50 State Legal Update—A Mid-Year Check In

12 June, 2023

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 30 seconds

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As we near the halfway point for 2023, it’s safe to say state legislatures across the country have been busy. The passage of laws has been so fast and furious, in fact, that it’s tremendously difficult for HR leaders and teams to keep pace (and keep compliant). We recently conducted a mid-year legal...

In-Home Care Company Increases Efficiency, Decreases Time and Money Spent

19 January, 2024

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 30 seconds

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Davis Miller Enterprises LLC dba: Right at Home, based in Little Rock, AR, provides a range of in-home care options for seniors and adults with disabilities. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for those they serve, whether it’s helping with dressing and hygiene, providing medication rem...

New Year, New HR: What to Prioritize in 2024

29 November, 2023

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds

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It’s the holiday season, and for many organizations, that means it’s also budget season. As teams assess needs for 2024, it’s important to consider investments in employee experience (EX). Excellent EX is top of mind in today’s workforce. Ninety-one percent of HR leaders say it’s the main priority t...

Worker Classification Rules Have Changed Again

15 January, 2024

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 15 seconds

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What You Need to Know Designed to clarify things for employers to help them avoid misclassification, the U.S. Department of Labor released a final rule this week that changes the criteria for classifying independent contractors. What’s the new rule and what do you need to know to comply? We’ll break...

How to Avoid Workplace Burnout

18 April, 2017

Estimated time to read: 3 minutes

No matter how much you enjoy your job, it can’t be denied that workplace burnout happens. We spend over half of our waking hours at work, which can become taxing on our minds and bodies. When you’re dedicated to your job, it’s sometimes all too easy to put your own needs aside in order to succeed at...

7 HR Trends to Watch in 2025

17 January, 2025

Estimated time to read: 3 minutes, 15 seconds

The workplace continues to evolve, and HR professionals are navigating the challenges and opportunities that come with it. Employees are expecting more flexibility, more support for their well-being and more meaningful opportunities to grow. At the same time, businesses are navigating uncertainty, a...

What is a Strengths-Based Culture and How Can You Create One in Your Company?

08 May, 2018

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds

According to a [2018 Gallup Poll](link no longer available), employees who say they use their strengths every day are 15% less likely to quit their job and search for a new opportunity. Therefore, it’s not unreasonable to assume that in order to decrease your employee turnover rate, you’...

Can Your Company Benefit From Mindset Training?

21 June, 2016

Estimated time to read: 3 minutes

Employees feel better equipped on the job when they are confident that they can handle crises that arise in the workplace. When stressors in the workplace add up, they can easily burn out even the best of employees. Add that to the stresses that employees face outside of the workplace, and you may f...

Be Aware of Compliance Audits: Employers Paid Out More Than $400 Million in Fiscal Year 2015

22 March, 2016

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds

The risk of being audited. Every company has to deal with it, and smart organizations know how to take steps to diminish that risk. But even the best-prepared business leaders are wrong if they think that getting their tax practices in order will eliminate that risk entirely. That’s because audits a...

People Heroes Unite in Palm Desert: 6 Takeaways from isolved Connect

26 October, 2023

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds

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It’s not uncommon for superheroes to come together – whether they meet up at headquarters to strategize, a fortress to train or a lair to simply enjoy each other’s company. People Heroes are no different. Most recently, People Heroes – which is what we call HR, payroll and benefits professionals – u...

How to Boost Your Employee Retention Rate Without Busting Your Budget

24 April, 2018

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds

With the job market becoming increasingly more competitive, many companies are scrambling to provide unique benefits to employees in an effort to decrease their turnover rates. Through offering better benefits packages, higher salaries and expensive perks, some companies have even succeeded in drawi...

Is It Time To Hire A Consultant?

13 September, 2016

Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds

Hiring a consultant can be a beneficial investment for your business. But how do you know when a consultant will truly make a difference? There are a few things to keep an eye out for when considering the intervention of a consultant. Let’s take a look at those important aspects to look for before y...

Evolve Your HR Skillset and Run Fearlessly into the Storm

09 July, 2024

Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds

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I recently attended my first SHRM Conference in Chicago which also happened to be my first-ever HR conference. While familiar with human capital management (HCM) technology, I have never had the honor of being surrounded by thousands of human resources (HR) professionals who depend on that technolog...

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