US private payrolls gained 208,000 jobs in September, according to the ADP National Employment Report, indicating that employers continue to seek additional workers despite economic headwinds. In addition, revised data shows that 185,000 jobs were added in August. Full Story: Reuters (10/5)
Internal podcasts are becoming an increasingly popular tool for businesses to engage a dispersed workforce. Grand Island Express uses podcasts to inform employees about benefits and safety and compliance rules, while Wakefern Food started with a more lighthearted approach by interviewing independent store owners and guests from the food industry as part of its 75th anniversary celebration. Full Story: Marketing Brew (10/4)
Year-end plan for payroll, benefits can cut tax bills Proper year-end tax planning maximizes credits and prepares businesses for rules that go into effect in January, attorney Barbara Weltman writes. Weltman outlines options related to employees and payroll, including bonuses, health benefits and retirement plans. Full Story: Big Ideas for Small Business (10/4)
Technology
Menopausal symptoms hinder women in tech An Intuit QuickBooks research reveals that 22% of women in tech who experience menopausal symptoms have postponed or abandoned promotion applications, with 23% thinking they might be overlooked for the promotion anyway, 20% quitting their jobs outright or wanting to, and 75% saying they'd stick around if their employer had a support system for them. Also, 44% of menopausal woman don't want to draw attention to their health struggles, mostly because they doubt they'll be supported: 36% want to avoid making co-workers uncomfortable with that information, and 28% worry they'll be seen as less competent. Full Story: Information Age (10/3)
The HR Leader
6 steps to replace bad leadership habits with good ones End bad leadership habits by identifying them and their triggers, making a plan with a deadline, deciding what good habits you'll develop to replace them and enlisting the help of others, writes Lolly Daskal. "Other people automatically bring accountability, and they can help motivate you and keep you on track," Daskal writes. Full Story: Lolly Daskal (10/4)
About the Editor
Kanoe Namahoe
Lindsey played defense and midfield for us. She was an ideal player -- strong, athletic and intelligent with a great work ethic. She knew her positions well and could adjust quickly when needed. She was an excellent teammate; she never gossiped and could take criticism without crumbling. Lindsey showed up at every practice and game and put in 100% effort without complaining. We almost missed recruiting Lindsey. She has a very quiet, reserved personality. None of us coaches knew her well. But some of our girls had played with her and touted her skills and attitude. When we started recruiting, they pushed us to bring her on board. “You need to get her,” one told us. “She doesn’t talk a lot but she’s seriously good.” I thought of Lindsey when I read today’s Leadership & Development story about organizational network analysis. I’m intrigued with this concept. I like the idea of a system that lets workers spotlight peers who are good avenues of support -- giving advice, direction and encouragement -- and can also flag signals of “quiet quitting” among teams. I can see how this would be especially helpful for identifying your hidden stars -- folks like Lindsey who do exceptional work but tend to be less visible than some of their colleagues. Do you know who all top performers are – even the hidden gems? Do you know how to spot the folks who have mentally checked out – and why? Let me know! And if you enjoy this brief, tell others so they can benefit also.
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