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The State of the People Profession - 2025
(This came to me from Nick Court of the People Experience Hub in the UK - Steve) Every year our company conducts a "State of the People Profession" survey.…
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Quick firing without legal issues?
All the leadership books I have read lately speak about wrong people, right seats. Get rid of the wrong people fast. This is great in theory, but how do you tackle this without running the risk of…
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Social Media and the Workplace
(This came to me anonymously from an HR Director - Steve) There seems to be a shift in the use of Social Media. We are active on several platforms for our organization from a Marketing perspective.…
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What Does Authentic Wellbeing Look Like at Work?
In the latest episode of The State of Work Today podcast, we asked Kaulen Taylor Pickell (CEO and Founder of Selfcareavan Coaching): How can leaders foster authentic well-being in the workplace while…
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Moving from Administrative to Partner
(This came to me anonymously from an HR Manager - Steve) I wanted to ask the group if they had any advice on how to move from an administrative approach to HR to becoming more of a sought-after…
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Would like to connect with an HR professional who works with an engineering firm
I'm looking to talk with someone who has experience at an engineering firm. I'm looking for information on working with employees who are billable to clients including how you keep track of their…
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Survey of HR Leaders for a University HR project
(This came to me from Emily Biondi on behalf of her fellow HR students at Miami University - Steve) In class we are currently working on a project about developing high-performing teams,…
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SHRM Labs Opens Applications for the 2025 WorkplaceTech Accelerator
(This came to me from Nell Hellem of SHRM Labs - Steve) The WorkplaceTect Accelerator is a premier hybrid accelerator designed for growth-stage startups shaping the future of work.…
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Seeking Non-Profit HR Buddies
Two years back, I traded in my gig at a big, money-chasing oncology outfit for a cozy spot at a medium-sized non-profit. It's been quite the ride—let's just say, in non-profit land,…
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Looking for recommendations for the best HRIS systems
Hello HR Team! What is the best HRIS out there today? Specifically for time and attendance, payroll, and onboarding. We are currently looking into Paychex, ADP, Paycor, and Rippling.…
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Looking at Org Structure
(This came to me from a VP of HR anonymously - Steve) I'm deep into a project looking at how we're structured organizationally. We're trying to break the pattern of using a hierarchy structure,…
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Protect Tips / Raise the Wage Initiatives in Ohio
For any other HR professionals who work in the restaurant industry in Ohio (or another tipped wages industry), how do you plan on communicating the 2024 tip credit ballot measure as well as the 2024…
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Any guidance needed for several HR areas
I need help in a few areas. I am looking to see if anyone has done a workforce plan. One of our auditor accreditations is looking for one for our organization.…
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Support Group for Ex-HR People?
The company at which I am Culture & Development Director (which includes culture, employee engagement, development AND all the HR responsibilities) was purchased in February, and as of May 1,…
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HR Ticket System Recommendation/Reviews
Hello HR Net!! I am looking for recommendations and reviews from people who currently utilize an HR ticket system. We currently utilize Connectwise and it is not HR Friendly as it was developed for…
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What are you paying for HR software? - Benchmark Data for You
What are you paying for your HRIS, ATS and/or payroll software? Perhaps it’s too much. If you share this info with SSR, we’ll give you HR software pricing data and benchmarks collected from real HR…
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Exempt Employee Requirements for Jury Duty (Private Employer in Ohio)
I've been searching and finding conflicting information. Are there specific requirements when it comes to jury duty and exempt employees? Any help is appreciated! Thanks - Rhianna
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Work-from-home and in-office policy
Hi All! I am hoping to get some data on work-from-home (WFH) and in-office requirements and policy examples. I'm specifically looking in the Cincinnati area at what your company's policy is around…
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Suggestions For Electonic Completion & Storage of I-9s
Hello - Our HR Team is looking for any suggestions on vendors for completing and storing employee I-9 Forms. We currently use HireRight for this, but their I9 product was recently transitioned to…
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Looking to Hear Perspectives from HR Reps Who Did Not Have Success with Efforts on DEI
With research institutions reporting Team Engagement at an all-time low of "20%", this shows that employees are struggling to accept one another. I aim to minimize their stress, yet to do this,…
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HRIS Skills Development
Any suggestions for an individual who wants to develop skills & expertise in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)? - Any specialized certifications? - Any HRIS groups/ meetups?…
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Clarification needed regarding I-9 record retention
I was told by our executive team that we can keep employee records for as long as we want. For instance, I am being told not to shred the I-9 in case someone is requesting any information and is not…
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HR Mentors Needed
Interested in paying it forward by helping to develop the next generation of #HR leaders? I have 46 HR professionals already committed to being a Miami University Farmer School of Business HR Mentor…
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The Job-Hopper Label
After being caught in three Reductions in Force (RIF) in 5 years, with a couple of temporary roles in between those three permanent ones, I have been labeled as a Job Hopper and told by one recruiter…
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Essential Skills for Students - Survey Request
(This came to me from Angela Collins of the Great Oaks Career Campus - Steve) We all know that technology, like artificial intelligence technology, is changing the workforce.…
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