11 Reasons to Embrace Diversity and Inclusion
02 December, 2020
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Put simply: businesses should have a robust diversity and inclusion program because it is the right thing to do. That being said, diversity and inclusion initiatives also have significant value outside of social responsibility. In fact, diversity and inclusion can have a direct impact on a bu...
As Employee Experience Tops Investments, isolved Recognized for Best Payroll Software
16 October, 2020
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On the heels of the launch of People Cloud, isolved has been named to Digital.com’s “Best Payroll Software of 2020” list. To name the winners, Digital.com sourced genuine user reviews by capturing and analyzing comments made...
Three Tips to Get Compliant with New Overtime Requirements
12 November, 2019
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On September 24, 2019, the Department of Labor announced a final rule that updates the thresholds for executive, administrative, and professional employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The changes are slated to go into effect on January 1, 2020. These modifications to the FLSA are expe...
7 Tips for effective employee performance reviews
24 September, 2019
Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds
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Performance reviews can set the tone for employee-employer relations for the rest of the year. Done poorly, reviews can become punitive. Done well, reviews can be pathways toward further employee excellence. So let’s look at seven key tips for running a more effective employee performance r...
Unveiling Excellence: ISG Recognizes isolved as a Leader in HR Technology and Talent Management
20 March, 2024
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As businesses evolve in the digital age, the role of human resources (HR) is undergoing a transformation, shifting from a traditionally operational function to a strategic driver of organizational success. At the forefront of this evolution are human capital management (HCM) solutions, leveraging ad...
Generation Z in the workforce: What do they really want from HR?
15 September, 2020
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The oldest members of Generation Z are turning 23 this year. By this point, some may have completed college with a few internships or part-time jobs under their belts. As this up-and-coming generation enters the workforce, HR leaders will need to know how to successfully recruit and retain Gen Z emp...
How to engage remote employees: 6 Techniques
10 September, 2019
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The world is going remote. More and more, businesses are ditching commercial office space and formal on-site requirements in favor of virtual workplaces. But with physical distance separating colleagues and bosses from staff, does employee engagement risk dropping off? It doesn’t have to....
How to conduct virtual interviews
28 July, 2020
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Extract: Virtual interviews are beneficial during many situations, including our current situation. Here are answers to common questions companies have when trying this technique out for the first time. It’s indisputable that virtual interviews are helpful during the novel coronavirus outbrea...
Why It’s Time to Review Your PTO Policy
18 July, 2017
Estimated time to read: 2 minutes
If your company is like most, you’ve probably had the same PTO policy for longer than you can even remember. The PTO policy is one of those things that sits on the back burner because it’s rarely addressed or mentioned. Since some companies are increasing offerings for paid sick leave and time off,...
Connect Speaker Spotlight: Analyst Brent Skinner Talks Concrete & Abstract HR
19 May, 2021
Estimated time to read: 3 minutes
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When isolved surveyed 500 HR leaders earlier this year, 92 percent said that employee experience (EX) is a top priority for them in 2021. After all, investing in the communications and capabilities (often digital) that an employee has with their employer before, during and after their tenure can&rsq...
How to Recognize and Weed Out Toxic Employees
09 October, 2018
Estimated time to read: 3 minutes, 30 seconds
As a company leader, you're more than likely accustomed to managing a variety of different personality types. And, as with any team, there are always personalities that are more difficult to manage than others. But what do you do when those personalities become toxic to the company culture? How...
5 key benefits of using an LMS for employee training
11 August, 2020
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A robust learning management system (LMS) like iSolved Learn can offer major advantages and conveniences for employee training — especially for companies navigating remote work situations. When it’s time to onboard new hires and help longtime staff members brush up on advanced skills an...
9 Employee Engagement Tips for Engineers
17 May, 2021
Estimated time to read: 3 minutes, 30 seconds
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Employee experience (EX) is a priority for 94 percent of HR leaders in the construction and engineering industry according to data from isolved’s Transforming Employee Experience report. The top reasons why? 1) To improve employee retention; 2) The remote work environment; and 3) Because emplo...
Ban the Box: What Is It? Who Requires It?
12 April, 2016
Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds
As public interest in reducing the U.S. prison population and recidivism rate grows, employers are being pushed to remove the check box on employment applications that asks applicants if they have a criminal record. These “ban-the-box” laws are gaining traction at both the state and local levels. A...
Employees Speak: Essential HR Considerations to Improve Experience
29 September, 2021
Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 15 seconds
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Employee experience (EX) is a priority for the majority of organizations this year, but it can be difficult for HR departments to decide where to focus their efforts. After all, EX is defined as the sum of all interactions that an employee has at work – this includes everything from onboarding to pr...
5 HR Takeaways from 2021
20 December, 2021
Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 45 seconds
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There were big expectations for 2021, with many hoping the widespread availability of COVID-19 vaccines would help the world return to some sense of normalcy – including within the workplace. Heading into 2022, vaccines are widely accessible and a portion of the workforce has returned to the office...
The Ripple Effect of Employee Engagement for Professional Service Organizations
11 October, 2021
Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 30 seconds
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Consultants, advisors and accountants are skilled at focusing on their clients. After all, client satisfaction is the foundation of success for professional service organizations. Not only are happy clients likely to continue seeking services, but they may also share their experience with others – a...
How HR can rethink compliance training
25 August, 2020
Estimated time to read: 15 seconds
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Compliance training is a challenging area for many HR departments, yet it’s something that a business can’t afford to get wrong. Learn how to rethink this process at your organization with helpful tips that help your HR department utilize a learning management system to foster employee e...
Boosting Performance Engagement with an Integrated HCM Platform
14 April, 2021
Estimated time to read: 2 minutes, 15 seconds
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Human resources (HR) has traditionally been considered a back-office operation focused on managing core administrative processes. While HR departments continue to be responsible for enforcing company policies and managing core people processes spanning recruitment to payroll, the HR role within orga...
How your HCM solution can make FLSA overtime pay compliance easier
10 December, 2019
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Effective Jan. 1, 2020, employers across the nation will ring in the new year with evolving employee salaries and job responsibilities - potentially. The U.S. Department of Labor updated the Fair Labor Standards Act salary thresholds for administrative and professional employees (white-collar job...
5 Core HR Opportunities for Wholesalers
11 August, 2021
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Running a wholesale business comes with many challenges but managing core human resources (HR) responsibilities shouldn’t be one of them. Fundamental functions like recruitment, scheduling, payroll and benefits need to be completed efficiently and accurately while also providing a good...
Tackling Cost of Living: How Earned Wage Access Boosts Employee Experience
08 September, 2022
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Sixy-nine percent of full-time employees are worried the economy could impact growth within their company, including opportunities for advancement and promotions. This worry is on top of the pressure many are already under to reach financial wellness. Employee experiences continue to drive employee...
Just how closely is employee engagement tied to workplace productivity (and other KPIs)?
26 August, 2019
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Companies that report high levels of employee engagement are lucky. They likely have staff members who are satisfied with their jobs and their respective career trajectories. They may have great teamwork and even some legendary happy hours. But what about core business metrics? Are engaged employ...
3 Employee Experience Trends to Watch in 2022
05 January, 2022
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Ninety-two percent of human resources (HR) departments prioritized employee experience (EX) in 2021, yet 38 percent of employees rated their experience as average for the year. This disconnect shows there is work to be done to get everyone on the same page in 2022 – but where should HR teams focus?...
Changes for 2019 in State Minimum Wage Rates
06 November, 2018
Estimated time to read: 1 minute, 45 seconds
As usual, the new year will usher in a multitude of changes in state and municipal minimum wage laws. Let's take a look at some of the reasons why payroll professionals need to be aware of the changes. Montana, New Jersey, [Ohio](link no longer available), South Dakota, and Vermont will all rai...