Performance reviews are important for employees and managers alike, but their strength depends in large part on the effectiveness of the questions being asked.  Ideally, human resource professionals would like to glean as much information as they can from the least number of questions possible. You not only want to find out how each employee… Continue reading The Best Questions to Ask in a Performance Review

What is SHRM?   SHRM is The Society for Human Resources Management with over 300,000 members in 165 countries across the globe. SHRM is a 501(c) nonprofit professional membership organization. SHRM promotes the human resources profession, provides education, certifications, and networking to its members, and lobbies Congress for the benefit of human resources professionals.  … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About SHRM Certification

From medical, mental health, dental, and vision—even retirement planning and 401(k) contributions—you’ve taken great care to select the best benefits packages for your employees. Now, your challenge is getting the word out about everything your organization has to offer. Doing so in an effective way is a challenge for even the most experienced human resources… Continue reading 10 Employee Benefits Communication Mistakes to Avoid

Technology is one of the fastest growing industries worldwide – a fact that comes as a shock to no one. The industry is on pace to exceed $5.3 trillion in 2022. 2020 did little to slow the climb long-term, as the industry is projected to return to its previous pattern of 5 percent to 6… Continue reading HR Challenges and Solutions for the Tech Industry

Your company started with a great idea and is growing to employ some of the best talent in your industry. As your organization expands and flourishes, it’s important to understand the benefits and drawbacks of all kinds of hiring decisions – including the choice you have between hiring full or part-time employees. Benely is here… Continue reading Part-Time versus Full-Time Employees: The Pros & Cons for Your Business

If you’re starting or revamping an employee resource group at your organization, you’re a part of a company that values diversity and wants to make the workplace better for its employees. More than ever before, fantastic company culture is a top priority for employees in their decision to join or stay with an organization. Read… Continue reading Tips For Creating Effective Employee Resource Groups

A recent study by Glassdoor shows that around 70% of job seekers look to online employee reviews before they make a career decision. And while one or two bad experiences in a sea of great reviews can be harmless, it can only take one poorly handled negative review to leave a bad taste in the… Continue reading How to Respond to Negative Employee Reviews

Going through a grieving process is one of the most challenging times of life for many people. When it happens to your employees, you can extend appropriate support and understanding to them by offering bereavement leave. Read on for a brief guide on how to handle this delicate situation as an employer. What Does “Bereavement… Continue reading What is Bereavement Leave? An Employer’s Quick Guide to Handling Bereavement Leave