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Employer Branding

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A company's reputation matters more than ever during a job seeker's search, as 86% of workers would not apply for, or continue to work for, a company with a bad reputation with former employees or the general public (Forsey, 2023). Ultimately, companies spend plenty of time creating a compelling brand story surrounding its products and services, but fails to build a strong employer brand that attracts top talent . What is Employer Branding? According to Lybard (2023), Employer branding is how you proactively manage your employer brand to market your company to desired job seekers. It's everything you do to position your company as an organization that people really want ot work for, which is sometimes called an employer of choice (Daley, 2024). Every company has a reputation. It could include thoughts about the products, services, leaders, team members, history and more. Company's reputation can inspire a specific perception - emotional, instinctive, intellectual - in ...

Artificial Intelligence and New Era of Human Resources

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Impact of AI in an organization After almost sixty years of evolution, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous over past two decades  (Morgenstern, et al., 2021) . AI technologies have begun consistently grow and gain considerable prominence in almost all the fields, including medicine, engineering, agriculture, organizational management, tourism, transportation and have entered both the public and business environment  (Mintz & Brodie, 2019) .  The fast-paced development of AI would transform people's personal lives and how firms network with their employees and customers. This new technological revolution at its core is disrupting the organizations and workplace. Technological innovations like AI are transforming the workplace and changing when, how, where, and by whom the job should be done  (Ravin, 2017) . Organizations are compelled to upgrade their organizational functioning and develop their human resources’ skill sets to achieve optimal co...

Remote Work

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Characteristics and definitions of remote work Remote work refers to organizational work that is performed outside the normal organizational confines of space and time (Olson, 1983). There are many synonyms related to remote work, namely: telework, telecommuting, work from home, home-work. It is based on the concept that work does not need to be done in specific place to be executed successfully.  The phenomenon of remote work is considered already in the 80's but it seems that this topic is gaining importance nowadays. The sophisticated advancements of modern technology have been a major player in flourishing the competitive environment of workplaces. With its huge capacity of interconnecting lines across the globe, communication has work seamlessly, thus, opening more doors of enhancing manpower in the corporate world (Klopotek, 2017). The revolution, both in communication and technology, has brought about changes in every aspect of social life. The Internet has become the basis ...

How HR Helps Companies Remain Competitive In The Global Market

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Human resource management can be broadly defined as all those activities associated with management of work and people in organizations (Boxall & Purcell, 2011). HR is essential to a company's ability to keep a competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Strategic talent management is HR's primary priority. It guarantees that businesses draw in, nurture, and hold onto top individuals with the know-how and abilities needed to succeed in global setting. HR is also involved in vital role in promoting cultural intelligence and a global perspective among staff members, allowing for successful cross-cultural cooperation and communication.  The people who work for a company are its engine for change. Finding and employing top talents is the responsibility of HR professionals. By working with HR a company may make sure that its newest members understand and will contribute to the company's mission and values.  What are the key areas where HR contributes to helping companie...

Internal Mobility

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What is internal mobility?  According to Schreiber-Shearer (2024), internal mobility is the movement of employees (both vertically and horizontally) to new career and development opportunities within the same company. Some examples of internal mobility include promotions, new positions, mentorships, cross-functional projects, job shadowing, and job swaps.  Internal mobility is also known as career mobility or talent mobility. Whatever you want to call it, the foundation remains the same: giving your talent the ability to pursue a broader range of opportunities to not only create more capable and engaged employees but also a more resilient organization. The best internal mobility strategies encourage people to take on new growth opportunities that align with the employee’s long-term career goals and business priorities. Different types of internal mobility Role-to-role mobility -  Also known as lateral mobility, role-to-role mobility means transferring to a different posi...

Human Resource Management and Trade Unions

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As per Trade Union Act 1926 - Any combinations formed primarily for the purpose of regulating the relations between the workmen and employers or for imposing restrictive conditions on the conduct of any trade or business and included any federation of two or more trade unions Introduction  The relationship between Human Resource Management (HRM) and trade unions is a crucial aspect of the organizational dynamics. Trade union plays a significant role in representing employee's interests, while HRM focuses on managing and developing the workforce. Balancing these roles effectively can lead to a more harmonious work environment and contribute to organizational structure.  Understanding the Role of Trade Unions Trade unions are organizations that represent the collective interests of employees. They negotiate with employers on various issues such as wages, working conditions and benefits. Their primary is to protect and workers rights, ensuring fair treatment and equitable working...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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What is Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? Quite simply, Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is used to describe three values that many organizations today strive to embody to help meet the needs of people from all walks of like. DEI refers to practices and policies intended to support people who come from varying background and give them resources they need to thrive in the workplace (Heinze, 2024). DEI frameworks take into account factors like race, gender and sexual orientation, so teams can find ways to help employees from marginalized groups succeed.  Diversity, equity and inclusion are often grouped together because they are interconnected and it is only in combination that their true impact emerges. It is important that an organization grasp the individual meaning of these terms; Diversity Refers to who is represented in the workforce. Some examples of diversity in workplace include, Gender diversity Age diversity Ethnic diversity  Physical ability and neurodiversity...