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Employee Exit Interview Questions Checklist
The longer an employee’s tenure, the more they learn about how the company really works. This means, strange as it might seem, they’ll never be able to offer more valuable insights than on the day they leave. That’s why it’s good practice to conduct exit interviews—departing employees offer a unique perspective and may well be more candid than during their employment. Employers have a great chance to learn about their own organization—but only if they ask the right questions. Download Exit Interview Questions Why to Conduct an Employee Exit Interview When an employee leaves your company, it can be tempting to get them out the door and move on as quickly as possible. However, every departure is a learning opportunity—no matter the reason...![Performance Improvement Plan Template [Downloadable]](https://paycor.imgix.net/ample_admin/attachments/files/000/036/201/screen_xs/performance-improvement-plan.png?ixlib=rails-2.1.4)
Performance Improvement Plan Template [Downloadable]
When employees are underperforming, great managers don’t give up—they find a way to get them back on track. To help struggling employees, businesses can implement a Performance Improvement Plan that clearly explains where employees are failing and how they can overcome their challenges. Performance Improvement Plan Template What is a Performance Improvement Plan? A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) shouldn’t be complicated. It can be a simple form, completed by a manager and acknowledged by an employee. Your aim is to notify an employee that their performance isn’t meeting required standards—but also to create an official record (which can’t be disputed) of this conversation. Hopefully, the plan works. There’s nothing more satisfying...
How to Improve Employee Engagement Surveys
Employee engagement is essential for so much of what businesses need to succeed—retention, productivity and, ultimately, the bottom line. How best to track it, though, isn’t always clear. What we do know is that current methods just aren’t working: only 16% of HR leaders are happy with how they currently measure employee engagement. This isn’t a surprise, when 74% of companies still carry out an annual employee engagement survey. Collecting all this data in one go means that by the time responses have been collected, analyzed and it’s time to take action, the findings are already out of date. In a volatile economy and with increased remote working the new normal, employee engagement is dropping faster than ever. To mount an effective...
Webinar: My Supervisors Need Training - Where Do I Start? - 11/25 @11AM ET
This session is approved for (1) HRCI & (1) SHRM CreditWhen an individual is promoted to a supervisory role, appropriate training is often limited by the time, resources and budget on hand. It’s not unusual to find managers who have been in the role for ten, fifteen or even twenty years with no formal supervisory training. Training is often “on-the-job” – otherwise known as trial by fire. In order to have strong, effective supervisors, it is worth the investment of time and resources to provide proper training.In this session, you will learn: - Essential elements of an effective supervisor training program - How to assist supervisors in implementing what they have learned (and how to follow up with them) - How to provide proper and...
Webinar: Manufacturing & Construction Industry Spotlight: Ask an HR Expert - 11/19 @11AM ET
Let your voice be heard as we’re providing an hour with leading Manufacturing expert John Thurmond to answer your most pressing HR questions as they relate to the unique challenges in manufacturing.If we use your question on our webinar, we will send you a $25 Uber Eats gift card as a thank you.This is a great opportunity for you to get complimentary HR expertise for your organization.Simply register for our webinar and email your question to webinars@paycor.comSpeaker: Jon ThurmondThursday, November 19 11Am ET
Webinar: Gratitude Webinar Series: Creating a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace - 11/17 @2pm ET
November is National Gratitude Month! To celebrate, we're hosting a webinar to highlighting strategic ways to create a positive work environment and show gratitude for employees.Join us to learn: • The true definition of gratitude • Ways to build a positive team culture. • Tips to overcome negativity • Incentive programs for employees • Employee reward and recognition ideasDon't miss this webinar! Register today.Speaker: Melissa Dern Melissa is a HR Service Solutions Lead with Strategic HR Inc. Melissa is a dynamic HR Generalist with 20 years of experience. Melissa brings a wealth of expertise as an HR Generalist with a diverse background in recruiting, staffing operations, management and sales. Tuesday, November 17 2pm ET
Webinar: Why You Need an Employee Handbook - 11/12 @2pm ET
To protect your organization from costly lawsuits, you need to develop an employee handbook. Join Kara Govro, attorney and HR expert, as she discusses the key benefits of an employee handbook and why it may be your organization’s single most important document. In this webinar you’ll learn: • Key purposes of an employee handbook • What it does and does not do • Critical policies to include in your handbook • Language and policies to avoid Register now! Speaker: Kara Govro Kara Govro is a Senior Legal Editor for Mammoth HR and been with Mammoth HR for over 5 years. **Thursday, November 12 2pm ET
Webinar: October Virtual Summit - Managing the New Reality: How to Support Employees with Kids During a Pandemic
The new reality of work has been a challenge for everyone, and that’s especially true for parents. During this session we’ll identify the many leave and accommodation laws that apply when an employee needs to take time off work due to unavailability of in-person school and child care due to COVID. We’ll even give you a framework for analyzing your employees leave requests so you can remain compliant. As a bonus, our speaker will breakdown creative strategies and HR practices that go beyond the law to help employers keep operations running smoothly and ensure that top talent sticks around. Speaker: Katharine Weber Katharine C. Weber is a Principal in the Cincinnati, Ohio, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. She has successfully assisted...
Webinar: October Virtual Summit - Preparing for Change: How the 2020 Election Could Impact HR Leaders
In a year of so much change, how could there still be more?HR is a heavily regulated industry and election years always bring a degree of uncertainty as those regulations tend to shift pending election results. Attend this session to learn about initiatives that may come into play following the November election. What are some potential workplace initiatives we may witness and will you be ready for these changes? We’ll discuss possible changes, examine and speculate on some additional happenings, and give you solid resources and suggestions for how you can best prepare to have your “HR house” in order!Speaker: Amy Letke Amy is the Founder of Integrity HR, Inc. Amy provides workplace solutions to improve performance, reduce liability and...
Webinar: No One Wants to Be Managed: Performance Alignment for Success - 11/5/20 @2pm ET
This session is approved for (1) HRCI & (1) SHRM CreditWhy have performance meetings? Because employees want feedback, and they can align behavior to meet your goals. Good programs should be embraced as a two-way interaction to elevate careers and drive results.We will help you change your program to one that focuses on the meetings – not the paperwork! When developed properly, performance alignment systems can link individual behavior to the strategic plan that often eludes staff. HR can only improve the process if management understands feedback is an ongoing activity that is at the core of the management role. Explore ways to change the process from compliance to communication to drive your organization forward.Speaker: Lori...
Webinar: Industry Spotlight: 6 Keys to Level Up Restaurant HR
No matter if your business is scaling up, scaling down or pivoting into new opportunities, driving high performance through people in restaurants is critical. If you are a people leader trying to turn chaos into strategy – don’t miss this opportunity to learn with someone who has been where you are today.Jamie Griffin offers a fresh take on restaurant HR fundamentals based on his practical experience growing a restaurant organization from 300 employees to over 10,000. In this webinar, he’ll share his story growing within Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, lessons learned, and 6 keys for leveling up your restaurant HR infrastructure based both on his time at Cane’s and his work as an growth strategist.Speaker: Jamie Griffin Jamie Griffin is...
Webinar: Why Does HR Matter Now More Than Ever?
The Coronavirus pandemic has created disruptions across our workforces and changed our office landscapes forever. Through all the uncertainty, HR leaders are at the forefront, playing a critical role in navigating uncertainties and leading employees forward. In this webinar, we evaluated how COVID has changed the role of HR in many ways, including: • Bringing employees back to work safely • Interpreting leave laws and creating new policies to ensure compliance • Testing requirements • And moreSpeaker: Robin Throckmorton and Janine Cummings Robin has been in human resources for over 20 years with healthcare, manufacturing, service, and non-profit organizations creating solutions to help them recruit and retain the best and the brightest...
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Get ExpertisePeople Management is the Foundation of HR
Did you know that, according to Gallup, 70% of an employee’s motivation is influenced by their manager? People management isn’t easy and takes a certain finesse to be successful. You have to be consistent in policy and procedure from the top down. Strong leadership can make all the difference.
A good leader has the ability to interact with different personality types while maintaining fair and impartial judgment. Leaders look out for their teams, from making sure each team member has the right tools and technology to get the job done to making sure there’s a mutually understood common goal, a north star. A good leader wants to see employees succeed and gives constructive feedback to help with business development, personal and professional growth.
A recent Paycor study revealed “bad bosses” is one of the top reasons employees quit. This just reiterates the importance of developing quality managers who are invested in giving their teams a purpose. Check out our People Management content to see how you can transform your people process.