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Be Careful: Gamification at Work Can Go Very Wrong
Gamification is becoming known as a valuable technique that can change behavior and incentivize higher productivity, but HR managers should know that gamifying the workplace only succeeds when the game…
Possible Brexit Delay Worries UK Businesses
A delay in Brexit—the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union scheduled for March 29—became likelier, as British Prime Minister Theresa May acknowledged that the departure might be postponed
Employers Less Transparent About Pay, Aspire to Be More Open
Employers have pulled back on providing employees with broad-based information about pay within their organizations, new research shows, but there are advantages to being more forthright about compensation
Education Benefits Present a Learning Opportunity
As learning continues to evolve, so must education benefits. Tuition assistance remains common, but changes in higher education—and its rapidly rising costs—are prompting companies to re-examine this benefit
Aligning Management and Supervisory Training
Here are some recommendations for managerial and supervisory training. The SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge provides a road map for HR professionals to follow to provide strategic and effective…
Recertification Q&A: Credits for National Membership, Annual Conference
Have questions about recertifying your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP? In every issue, the SHRM Certification team will answer some of the frequently asked questions they receive from credential-holders
Mexico: President’s Program Will Help Train Young Adults for the Workplace
Mexico is making a major investment in the education and workforce training of its young adults
The Benefits of Long-Term Care Insurance
One of the easiest ways for employers to help their employees manage long-term-care risks is to pay some or all of the cost of insurance
How to Address Negligent Hiring Concerns
Exercise due diligence for all job candidates to avoid negligent hiring nightmares