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Insights, Observations, Realities on Human Resource Issues
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The dangers of recruiting for cultural fit

Growing numbers of firms are hiring according to cultural fit. But this could be a gateway to bias
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January 22, 2018 9:00 AM
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How Do Recreational Marijuana Laws Affect the Workplace?

How Do Recreational Marijuana Laws Affect the Workplace? | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Since 2012, recreational marijuana laws have passed in eight states and Washington, D.C., but none of those laws allow residents to get high whenever and wherever they want, particularly not in the workplace. Here's what employers should know.
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January 22, 2018 9:00 AM
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76% of HR leaders say their onboarding processes go underutilized

76% of HR leaders say their onboarding processes go underutilized | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Results also showed that a typical onboarding experience focuses heavily on administrative paperwork for new hires, rather than on development and training activities.
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January 22, 2018 8:19 AM
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6 Recruiting Activities That Will Help You Hire Top Talent

6 Recruiting Activities That Will Help You Hire Top Talent | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Recruiting and retention are today's key areas of focus. We need to do them right! Here are 6 recruiting activities that will help you hire top talent today.
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December 4, 2017 9:00 AM
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Substance Abuse – Cycles of Crisis

Substance Abuse – Cycles of Crisis | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it

In the 1970’s, substance abuse in organizations emerged alongside alcohol (also a “drug) as problems organizations needed address with reactions to incidents, development of policies/p…

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December 7, 2017 5:45 AM
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Substance Abuse in Organizations – The Small Business Perspective

Substance Abuse in Organizations – The Small Business Perspective | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it

Organizations face different types of problems in dealing with workplace substance abuse based on the industry, the product or service involved, and the size of the organization.  Larg…

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January 2, 2018 6:09 AM
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What will 2018 bring for HR?

How should we manage our practices as the world around us continues to change?
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December 22, 2017 5:32 AM
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Handbooks, Hate Groups and Overtime: Workplace Law Dominated 2017 Headlines

Handbooks, Hate Groups and Overtime: Workplace Law Dominated 2017 Headlines | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
​Dragging a little as the year winds down? It's no wonder: HR professionals had to sprint to keep up with the pace of change in employment law in 2017.
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December 11, 2017 8:42 AM
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It's Time to Talk About What HR Can Do About Sexual Harassment

It's Time to Talk About What HR Can Do About Sexual Harassment | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
I never thought that I would keynote a conference about workplace harassment with Gretchen Carlson. Ten years after leaving my day-to-day job in HR, it's disheartening that women and people of color still continue to face extraordinary hurdles in the
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December 5, 2017 7:48 AM
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There Is No Silver Bullet for Hiring the Best Talent

There Is No Silver Bullet for Hiring the Best Talent | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Nobody wants to make a costly bad hire. But there is no silver bullet in hiring. But you can reduce your risk of a bad hire by using pre-employment tests.
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December 4, 2017 9:00 AM
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Beating Out an Internal Candidate to Land the Job

Beating Out an Internal Candidate to Land the Job | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Competing against an internal candidate for a dream position is difficult, but it isn't impossible if you prepare well beforehand.
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November 28, 2017 11:42 AM
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Employers Take Steps to Address Opioid Crisis

Employers Take Steps to Address Opioid Crisis | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Given the expanding scope of the opioid crisis, more employers are working directly with their health plans and pharmacy benefit managers to address the issue. Here are the most common strategies to prevent and handle workers' opioid abuse.
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November 20, 2017 11:33 AM
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The Future of Federal Labor Relations

The Future of Federal Labor Relations | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
By Julie Davidson In the wake of President Trump's recent executive order rescinding labor-management forums for federal workers, former union official fears grievances will ''go through the roof.''
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January 22, 2018 10:15 AM
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Sexual Harassment Is Pervasive in the Restaurant Industry. Here’s What Needs to Change

Sexual Harassment Is Pervasive in the Restaurant Industry. Here’s What Needs to Change | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
No U.S. industry has more sexual harassment claims filed.
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January 22, 2018 9:00 AM
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HR Has a Role, But Leadership Has to Take Responsibility For Conduct and Culture

HR Has a Role, But Leadership Has to Take Responsibility For Conduct and Culture | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
I am still processing the significant amount of commentary about HR’s role in the recent sexual harassment scandals. I wrote earlier about the demands placed on HR that keep us buried in adminis-trivia so that we don’t have time for important work.
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January 22, 2018 8:31 AM
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Amazon bans salary history inquiries

Amazon bans salary history inquiries | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Amazon has forbidden hiring managers from asking job applicants about their pay history,
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January 15, 2018 10:02 AM
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5 Warning Signs Your Hiring Process Isn’t Ready to Fuel Company Growth

5 Warning Signs Your Hiring Process Isn’t Ready to Fuel Company Growth | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
You’re excited for the New Year. The first quarter plans involve ambitious goals for company growth. Of course, the best way to fuel that growth is with a great hiring process. But you might not actually be ready for growth
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January 9, 2018 3:38 PM
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How to Become a More Fearless HR Leader

How to Become a More Fearless HR Leader | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Senior HR leaders tell how they took chances to build their skills and encourage others to step out into the unknown to find career challenge and fulfillment.
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January 8, 2018 8:00 AM
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Want a New Job in 2018? 10 Things You Need to Know

Want a New Job in 2018? 10 Things You Need to Know | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Many people will be looking for a new job. There is a lot to know about recruiters, resumes, references and job interviews. Here are 10 great resources to help you land that new job.
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December 14, 2017 12:23 PM
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Workplace Issues:  Gambling, Substance Abuse, Burnout and...

Workplace Issues:  Gambling, Substance Abuse, Burnout and... | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it

HR-Tracks is a website dedicated to 50 plus years of research on substance abuse and a focus on recent developments in gambling -- plus other current HR issues:  mental health in the workplace, burnout, bullying, and more.

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December 11, 2017 9:48 AM
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Neuroscience Breakthroughs That Will Help Improve Training

Neuroscience Breakthroughs That Will Help Improve Training | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
The most fascinating learning and behavioral neuroscience research breakthroughs in 2017 will shape the way companies and training leaders understand, design, develop, and implement employee training in years to come. Here are 10 of the biggest employee training and learning
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December 7, 2017 7:34 AM
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Rethinking Zero Tolerance on Drugs in the Workplace

Rethinking Zero Tolerance on Drugs in the Workplace | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Desperate to fill open positions, some employers are beginning to soften zero-tolerance drug policies, particularly for jobs where safety is not an essential function.
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December 4, 2017 9:00 AM
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Companies Must be Open To a New Definition of Family - #HR Bartender

Companies Must be Open To a New Definition of Family - #HR Bartender | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Organizations should not tell employees what their family is. As companies develop more family-friendly work policies, should the term "family" change?
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November 28, 2017 7:43 AM
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Substance Abuse Research – History

Substance Abuse Research – History | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it

 Full reports from 40+ years of research on substance abuse in organizations plus "Executive Summaries" for most.

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November 27, 2017 12:24 PM
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Employers should help employees switch off from work

Employers should help employees switch off from work | HR - Tracks | Scoop.it
Employees feel pressure from supervisors, colleagues and technology to work during their free time
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