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🗳️ Time Off to Vote: Why HR Leaders Should Prioritize It

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🗳️ Time Off to Vote: Why HR Leaders Should Prioritize It

As an HR leader, offering time off to vote shows that you care about employees’ rights and well-being. From boosting morale to reducing stress, allowing employees to vote without worry can build a positive work environment. 

🙌 HR Trend Spotlight: Raleigh County Offering HR Services

The Raleigh County Commission has announced plans to offer dedicated human resources services to its employees, a move aimed at improving the support and resources available to county workers. This initiative reflects a growing trend among local governments to prioritize employee well-being and streamline HR operations.  

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🎧 HR Insights

In this episode of AHRI, Tiffany Blight, CPHR and First Assistant Secretary People Division with the Federal Government, discusses the essential skills and strategies required for those looking to step into HR leadership roles. She emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence and encourages aspiring leaders to seek out mentorship and take on projects that expose them to the broader workings of their organizations.    

💡 HR Tips & Tricks

Tip of the Day:  Introduce team "gratitude breaks" where employees take five minutes each week to share something positive about a colleague. This build a culture of appreciation and strengthens team bonds.

Trick of the Day: Use a digital project management tool to assign team members "accountability partners" for each major task. This keeps everyone engaged and ensures that deadlines are met more consistently.

🧾 HR Case Files: GEICO Improves Recruiting Effectiveness

GEICO faced challenges with recruiting, as its existing processes were not efficient in sourcing and onboarding the talent required for its growth. To address this, GEICO implemented data-driven tools and streamlined candidate assessment procedures, resulting in a big improvement in the speed and effectiveness of the hiring process. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Data-driven recruitment strategies can drastically improve hiring outcomes.

  • Streamlined candidate assessments lead to quicker and more efficient hiring processes.

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🧰 HR Toolbox

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Resource of the Day 

A study published in the Journal of Innovation and Professional Development examines the impact of innovation on HR strategies in modern organizations. The research highlights how HR teams can integrate innovative practices to improve talent management, enhance employee engagement, and drive organizational success. 

Event of the Day

The HR Leaders Conference, set to take place at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel on Oct 23, 2024, offers a platform for HR professionals to explore the latest trends, challenges, and strategies in the field. With sessions on leadership, employee engagement, and technology in HR, the conference aims to provide attendees with actionable insights that can be applied to their organizations.  

For conference details and registration, visit the website.

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