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‘Trust Agents’ Can Help Create a Better HR

HR managers have taken a lot of heat for high turnover rates. Paired with a constant barrage of new government regulations, it can be a challenging position.

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Kelly Ripa Blindside Highlights Poor Treatment of Women at Work: Opinion

Kelly Ripa’s apparent blindsiding with respect to the imminent departure of her co-host on Live With Kelly and Michael, Michael Strahan, speaks to a broader issue of respect in the workplace- especially that of women, who seem to continue to get the short end of the stick. So reads a Variety opinion piece.

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Evolving HR Can Be Ally in Changing Biz Climate

Human resources has grown from handling simple payroll and birthday cards to a pivotal part in a company or organization’s strategic planning--and getting the most out of HR may require some retooling. So reports CMS Wire.

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Do Some Prep Work Before Networking

Networking is an important part of career development and it requires an appropriate amount of preparation to maximize its benefits. So reports Motto.

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Girl Scouts Tap New HR Director

Angela C. Baker has been named the director of human resources for the Girl Scouts of the USA. So reports the Enquirer Gazette.

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Outsourcing HR Trending with Small, Medium-sized Businesses

Human Resources managers have to contend with compliance, training, benefits and employee relations, and proactively managing these functions is vital to a successful business. So reports the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

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World Economic Forum HR Chief: ‘Flow’ the Key to Success at Work

Paolo Gallo, the chief human resources officer at the World Economic Forum advocated following the lead of passionate, successful people and listening to the career advice from the late technology mogul Steve Jobs--do what you love and success will follow. So reports Forbes.

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Duke HR Probes Women’s B-Ball

After two female basketball players left following the 2015-2016 season, the Duke University human resources department is looking into the women’s basketball program. So reports Sports Illustrated.

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A New Old Workplace Culture Robs Employees of Social Needs

The modern workplace culture is reverting to an era that emphasized independent contract work rather than that of fully committed employees, and the results may be detrimental. So reports Fortune.

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A Sense of Purpose At Work Can Boost Productivity

Having a sense of purpose at work is tied to both personal and professional success. So reports Motto.

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