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...dramatically understimating on the most powerful forces in the entire employee experience--Employee joy. Not satisfaction. Not engagement. Joy.

So, you’ve heard the buzz about Workday and wondered what all the fuss is about? Maybe you’re dipping your toes into HR tech or looking to boost your career toolkit. Either way, you’re in the right spot! I’m here to walk you through the Workday basics tutorial that’ll have you feeling confident and ready to tackle this powerful platform. Think of it as your friendly roadmap to mastering Workday without the headache. Let’s dive in and make this journey as smooth as your mornin

By Josh | HR Adventures Keywords: Madden franchise mode, HR career, talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, NFL draft, workforce planning, employee development, emotional intelligence, skillmaxxing I know what you're thinking. What does a video game have to do with a career in Human Resources? Honestly? Everything. Before I ever sat across a desk from a hiring manager, before I reviewed my first resume, before I ever uttered the phrase "culture fit" — I was grinding

# Mastering Intermittent FMLA: A Comprehensive Guide for HR Professionals ## Understanding Intermittent FMLA Leave and Its Challenges If intermittent FMLA feels like the hardest part of leave management to get right — you're not alone. This guide walks HR professionals through the documentation practices that keep your organization compliant, your records airtight, and your employees properly supported. There's a moment most HR professionals recognize. An employee calls out o

The idea of a 4-day work week has gained attention as a way to improve work-life balance and boost productivity. Many professionals dream of a 3-day weekend every week, imagining more time for family, hobbies, and rest. Yet, despite growing interest and some successful trials, the 4-day work week is still far from becoming the norm. This post explores the benefits of a shorter workweek and the challenges that keep it from widespread adoption. A calm home office setup symboliz

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Hello HR Adventurers! I have been thinking about writing about my recent Workday implementation journey for a while. If you have been in UKG or Workday, ***WARNING*** Don't read further if you do not want to hear about trails of Workday implementation, what to avoid, what to prepare for, and what I would do differently.

In today's fast-paced work environment, traditional HR strategies often fall short in engaging employees and fostering a productive workplace culture. Enter gamification —a powerful tool that can transform your workplace practices by making them more interactive and enjoyable. By incorporating game-like elements into HR processes, organizations can enhance employee engagement, improve training outcomes, and boost overall morale. This blog post will explore how gamification ca

In today's fast-paced work environment, effective communication is more crucial than ever. Misunderstandings can lead to conflicts, decreased productivity, and a toxic workplace culture. One innovative approach to enhancing communication skills is through the use of comics. This blog post explores how comics can serve as a powerful tool for improving workplace communication. Employee turnover costs US companies trillions of dollars every year in lost productivity, recruiting

I am Quitting SHRM! The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has long been a leading organization for HR professionals, offering resources, certifications, and networking opportunities. They are most well known for preparing human resource professionals for the employment challenges that we face today, which is some of what this article is going to be about. Where do we go if I cannot go to SHRM? SHRM has faced two recent identity crises. The first is the national con

The worlds of gaming and workplace psychology might seem far apart, but Anthony M Bean PhD’s book The Psychology of Final Fantasy bridges this gap in a fascinating way. Today, we are going to take a deep dive into how the psychological themes in the iconic Final Fantasy series can illuminate workplace dynamics and human resource challenges.