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Need Talent? 25% of Companies Are Contacting Competitor Employees Directly
Latest i4cp study reveals almost half of companies recruit from competitors, while a quarter contact competitor employees directly - December 10, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
JobConcierge Introduces Most Comprehensive Free Recruiter Database for Executive Jobs
To help jobseekers find their next jobs faster, JobConcierge.com has worked together with recruiters, LinkedIn and its own contacts to compile over 1,000 recruiter contacts, making JobConcierge one of the most comprehensive free lists of recruiters and headhunters on the internet. - December 06, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
CiCi’s Las Vegas Offers Free Meal to Facebook Fans
The popular buffet restaurant, Cici’s Pizza in Las Vegas, will be offering a free lunch or dinner to new fans on its Facebook page. On December 4 only, individuals may redeem a free buffet and drink by becoming a fan of "Cici’s Pizza Vegas" on Facebook. After users have... - December 04, 2009 - Social Media Delivered
Miami Accountant Gustavo a Viera Announces the Grand Re-Opening of His CPA Firm
After a 15 year stint in Corporate America, Mr. Viera has returned to public accounting. He started his CPA practice in 1983 and sold it in 1995 wanting to expand his experience at some of the countries largest companies. Mr. Viera accepted various roles ranging from Senior Audit Manager at... - November 26, 2009 - Gustavo A. Viera, CPA
JobSiteAdvisor.com Launches - UK’s First Free Buyers Guide to Online Recruiting
London, Site Advisor Ltd announces the launch of JobSiteAdvisor.com a Free to use comparison web site for employers and recruiters looking to use online Job Sites to help solve recruiting challenges. - November 25, 2009 - SiteAdvisor
Company’s Technology Makes Applying for Colorado LEAP Simple and Fast. Littleton-Based Firm Provides Service Free for All Colorado Residents.
Colorado residents can now start the LEAP application process online. The service is provided free of charge by Littleton, Colorado software company, Efficient Forms. - November 23, 2009 - Efficient Forms
More Than 100,000 Senior Finance Jobs on JobConcierge.com Human-Powered Executive Job Search Service
JobConcierge.com, the jobs site featuring trained HR professionals who find jobs for its members, announced today that its database includes more than 100,000 senior-level finance jobs, including CEO, CFO, director, vice president and associate positions. With over 2 million job listings, including... - November 19, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
Business in Touch with Its “Soft” Side Professional Soft Skills Development Seen as Critical for Business Success
Identifying and developing professional soft skills is embraced by almost 80% of companies, i4cp study finds. - November 18, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Pre-Employ.com Prevails Over Thousands in the Nation, Awarded for Outstanding Customer Service in the Employment Screening Industry
Superior Customer Service and Secure Data Privacy Policy Solidifies Pre-Employ.com's Reputation as a Favorite among the Healthcare Industry and Beyond. - November 18, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
Most Companies Have Yet to Master Strategic Workforce Planning
New i4cp study finds 70% of companies have workforce planning strategies, but rating effectiveness and future forecasts lags behind. - November 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Trident Workforce Investment Board Annual Awards Ceremony
The Trident Workforce Investment Board recognized three area companies and thirteen One Stop customers at its 19th Annual Workforce Investment Board Awards Luncheon held in the Trident Technical College Complex for Economic Development. Janet Cappellini, Chair of the Trident Workforce Investment... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
CSR Limited Joins Cloud Computing Bandwagon Through i-Admin's eHR Software-as-a-Service Platform
As businesses become aware of the benefits of cloud computing, adoption of tools such as i-Admin's eHR SaaS platform will increase. This is evident with the signing of CSR Limited as i-Admin's newest SaaS client. CSR Limited is one of Australia's leading manufacturing companies, specializing in... - November 12, 2009 - i-Admin (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Trident Workforce Investment Board Appoints Executive Committee Members
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) appointed Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester County board members to serve as the Executive Committee for the 2009 – 2010 year. - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Angelia Washington Receives LMC Workforce Development "Gears of Excellence" Leadership Award
Angelia Washington, regional human resources manager at Rhodia and Trident Workforce Investment Board member was honored at the Lowcountry Manufacturers Council’s (LMC) annual award meeting with the Workforce Development "Gears of Excellence" Leadership Award. “The LMC... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Career System Students for Careers in Healthcare
The Trident One Stop Career System held its 30th graduation ceremony recognizing the thirteen students who completed the Community Healthcare Training Program (CHTP) taught at the Trident One Stop Career Center (TOSCC) in North Charleston. The CHTP is sponsored by the Trident Workforce Investment... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Career System Students for Careers in Manufacturing
Ten students celebrated their success after completing the Trident Workforce Investment Board’s Manufacturing Certification Training Program. Each received a Manufacturing Readiness Certificate from Trident Technical College (TTC). Immediately following the graduation ceremony, graduates... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
One Stop Career System Students Prepared for Careers as Medical Administration Assistants
Eighteen Trident One Stop Career System customers are now ready to begin new careers as medical administrative assistants after graduating from the Trident Workforce Investment Board’s Medical Administration Assistant Program offered through Trident Technical College’s continuing... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Customers for Careers in Welding
Thirteen Trident One Stop Career System (TOSCS) customers recently graduated from the Welding Training Program, a Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) initiative in partnership with Trident Technical College (TTC). Paul L. Connerty, Executive Director Trident Workforce Investment Board... - November 12, 2009 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Most Companies Don’t Measure the Bottom-Line Impact of Diversity Programs
i4cp Study: While most agree it is an important issue, companies struggle to define diversity and what “success” is. - November 05, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
JobConcierge Invites Jobseekers to Connect on Exclusive Social Network Groups
JobConcierge is inviting jobseekers to connect on its social networks to keep up to date on the newest job advice and strategies, and to network with recruiters and other job seekers. - November 04, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
New i4cp Report Provides Solutions to Key Integrated Talent Management Challenges
Organizations can’t rely on software to solve every talent management issue. - October 30, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Greenboard Solves PEO Paperwork Problem
Greenboard, a product from software company Efficient Forms, uses proprietary web-based software to streamline the employee on-boarding process. Instead of filling out an endless pile of paperwork, newly hired employees use an online interview to complete the process quickly and efficiently. - October 30, 2009 - Efficient Forms
Caburn Hope Creates Multi-Platform Communications Strategy for Goodrich
Caburn Hope has created a comprehensive pensions and flexible benefits communications programme for global aircraft and defence services supplier, the Goodrich Corporation. After making some sensitive changes to its pension arrangements and introducing a new Defined Contribution scheme, Goodrich... - October 30, 2009 - Caburn Hope
In Corporate Limbo: Peer Coaching Programs
Low Priority, Lack of Concept Clarity Hinder Program Development in Most Companies - October 28, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
JobConcierge Human Powered Job Search Portal Releases Best Industry Job Boards Survey Results
As the online space has become cluttered with thousands of employment websites, the JobConcierge Best Industry Job Boards List is a huge asset to jobseekers looking to efficiently increase their chances of finding the right job in less time by only searching through the most useful sites. - October 28, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
MATRIX Resources Acquires Business Intelligence/Performance Management Firm Redwood Partners
IT Staffing and Services leader MATRIX Resources announced today it has acquired Redwood Partners, an Atlanta, based Business Intelligence/Performance Management firm. Effective immediately, Redwood Partners is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MATRIX, and will begin operating out of MATRIX‘s... - October 28, 2009 - MATRIX Resources
Pressurised Leaders Are at Increased Risk of Exhibiting Extreme Behaviour
Talent Q urges employers to assess existing employees and identify latent issues with potential recruits. - October 28, 2009 - Talent Q
One Fifth of Organisations do Not Measure Intranet Success
More than one fifth of employers do not measure the success of their intranet facilities, a poll conducted by Caburn Hope last month reveals. Twenty-one per cent of respondents stated that there were no procedures in place to assess the intranet offering within their organisation. The top method... - October 24, 2009 - Caburn Hope
JobConcierge Introduces Recruiting Industry's Most Comprehensive Free Job Fair Networking Database
JobConcierge.com has worked together with recruiters and HR event organizers in compiling the most comprehensive list of job fairs and networking events on the internet. - October 21, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
Despite Shaky Support and Murky ROI Impact, Employee Volunteerism Programs Can Deliver in Big Ways
New i4cp study and report reveal how employee volunteerism increases recruitment, retention and engagement - October 16, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
New JobConcierge Human-Powered Job Search Service Focuses on Job Search Optimization
JobConcierge is a human-powered job search service where real people search through over 300 job boards and submit applications. - October 14, 2009 - JobConcierge.com
New Study Reveals How Firms Are Preparing to Retain Workers as Economy Improves
i4cp study shows communication, cost-cutting and engagement issues play a role in talent retention. - October 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
The Top Five Leadership Competencies of Tomorrow
i4cp study reveals if you want to lead, you’d better be innovative, agile, and primed for change - October 08, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Matchtech Marks 25th Anniversary with a Newborn
Matchtech Group plc, the leading technical and professional recruitment business has announced a new structure that has led to the birth of an exciting new company called elemense. The new company has been created to broaden the group’s services in recruitment process outsourcing. Matchtech... - October 01, 2009 - Matchtech Group plc
Felix® Global Corp. Builds Executive Team, Expands Into the U.S.
Felix® Global Corp. continues to build on its success and growth in North America by adding four executives to its team and opening an office in Chicago, Illinois. - October 01, 2009 - Felix Global Corp.
In the Face of Oncoming H1N1 Flu Season MADICORP Positions Itself to Supply Industries with Emergency Staffing
Business Continuity Experts Suggest Emergency Staffing Services and Continuity Planning to Help Businesses Compensate for the Coming H1N1 Season. - October 01, 2009 - MADI corp
Talent Q Seeks Views for Annual Talent Management Survey
- Views of senior HR practitioners sought - Results will provide barometer of HR practice in a rapidly changing business environment - Comprehensive talent management report to be distributed free to all respondents - September 30, 2009 - Talent Q
Pranagy Unlimited LLC - Project Governance for Healthcare Reform
Health care reform is under way and many providers and payers will be challenged with adopting new business processes and technologies aimed to reduce medical costs for the nation. Effective Project Management will provide success in integrating these systems and maximizing reimbursements for hospitals, clinics, practices and insurance payers. Experts suggest that the health care industry begin to design a planned implementation strategy now to meet upcoming timelines. - September 24, 2009 - Pranagy Unlimited LLC
Job Shadowing Improves Employees, But Most Companies Don’t Take Advantage
i4cp study finds that only a third of companies offer job shadowing, despite apparent benefits - September 14, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
I-9Compliance.com Offers Free Webinar for Employers Getting Chills from ICE & E-Verify Federal Contractor Rule
Designated E-Verify Service Agent I-9Compliance.com helps employers maintain compliance and ensure a legal workforce to avoid government audits that can lead to fines, penalties, and jail. - September 12, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
Research Reveals Benefits of an Aging Workforce
Talent Q research reveals older workers are more flexible and fulfilled. Employers urged to harness potential of aging workforce. - September 12, 2009 - Talent Q
Should the Head of Human Resources Report to the CEO?
Yes, if you want to be like other high-performing companies, according to a new i4cp study - September 08, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Employers Find an Innovative Way to Escape the Growing Expense of Providing References
WorkPass sees a sharp increase in companies seeking to outsource employee reference management. An innovative new service lowers costs, speeds reference provisioning and strengthens data protection. The end is in sight for irresponsible lending applications based on salary lies - September 03, 2009 - Verifile Ltd
Pathpoint Associates and Novus Origo Enter Into Strategic Partnership
Partnership to provide end-to-end Consulting and Outsourcing Services to companies interested in entering the Chinese marketplace. - September 02, 2009 - Pathpoint Associates Inc.
Only a Third of Companies Offer Formal HR Leadership Development Programs
i4cp study finds HRLDPs are designed to make HR more strategic, but participation is limited. - August 31, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Targeted Instant Communications, Inc Has Been Chosen by the Connecticut Technology Council as a 2009 Company to Watch as Part of the Third Annual Cantor Colburn Awards
Targeted Instant Communications, Inc. has been selected by the Connecticut Technology Council as a 2009 Company to Watch in recognition of its unique technology, Intelliblast™, which deploys two-way, real-time communications. The Connecticut Technology Council, the State’s industry... - August 29, 2009 - Targeted Instant Communications
Productivity Expectations Rise the Most for Nation’s Largest Companies
i4cp Productivity Confidence Index rises for companies overall. - August 24, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
i4cp Study: Flexible Work Arrangements Gaining More Attention in the Workplace
The advantages of offering flexibility in work arrangements are attracting more corporate attention, suggests a recent study by the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp). The study found that a full 84% of companies overall believe that flexible work arrangements in their organization boosts... - August 17, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Most Employers Are Ineffective at Supporting New Managers
i4cp study finds most organizations don’t provide any measurement when transitioning employees to management for the first time. - August 10, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Poised for Growth, Human Resources Social Network HRM Today is Auctioned on eBay
Innovative human resources social networking site HRM Today is being auctioned off through eBay, keeping with the online community’s vision of elevating the human resources profession through the use of Web 2.0 technology. The wide-ranging network of collaborative, multi-author blogs,... - August 09, 2009 - HRM Today