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Life at UKG
What It Means To Be a Caregiver
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, caregiving is an important public health issue that affects the quality of life for millions of people. Globally at UKG, 75% of U Krewers report having caregiving responsibilities at home. Here’s where Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) NEST and CARES play an important role by providing valuable resources, support, and compassion.
Life at UKG
Black History Month: Reflecting on the Experiences and Achievements of Black U Krewers
To celebrate February’s Black History Month, two members of our employee resource group BUILD (Black U Krewers in Leadership and Development) share their rich cultural journeys and important lessons they learned along the way.
HR
Should ESG Programs be Recession Proof?
Here are three reasons why maintaining focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities during tough economic times makes good business and people sense.
HR
Employee Privacy Rights in 2023: What Should Employers Expect?
The privacy landscape continues to shift as the U.S. pushes for greater individual privacy rights. Here, we break down what employers need to know.
Life at UKG
Working at UKG: UKG Celebrates 5 Major Milestones in 2022
UKG accomplished a lot in 2022, and it shows. Here are five major moments from the past year.
HR
2023 Employment Laws: What Employers Need to Know
A new year means new employment laws. Here’s everything you need to know heading into 2023.
Workforce Management
2023 Priorities for HR and Payroll in the Public Sector
As we wrap up 2022, review five essential priorities for HR professionals in the public sector in 2023.
HR
The Top 4 HR Challenges in Higher Education
UKG research reveals that HR professionals in higher education are spending too much time on tasks that could be automated using efficient software solutions. Here, we unpack the challenges.
Life at UKG
The Best Tips to Get Hired in 2023
A UKG recruiter shares their top tips and tricks to get hired in 2023.
Workforce Management
LA Fair Work Week Ordinance: What Employers Need to Know
Learn how Los Angeles’ new Fair Work Week Ordinance will affect employers and employees and how HR technology can help.
HR
On Productivity: How to Stop
Overthinking to Get Things Done
On Productivity: How to Stop
Overthinking to Get Things Done
Overthinking to Get Things Done
Learn how to be more productive to improve your organization and its people.
HR
What is Performance Enablement? Plus, How It Promotes Internal Mobility
Performance enablement is the next generation of performance management. It focuses on the future and promotes internal mobility to give your employees the recognition and opportunities they deserve.
Life at UKG
Years of Service Remembered:
A Veteran U Krewer’s Story
Years of Service Remembered:
A Veteran U Krewer’s Story
A Veteran U Krewer’s Story
For Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, a U Krewer shares how his military experience helps him succeed at UKG.
Life at UKG
Here and Back Again: Two UKG Employees Share Their Stories of Rejoining the U Krew
Boomerang employees are becoming more common in the workplace. Here, we chat with two U Krewers who found home for a second time at UKG.
HR
The 5 Elements of a Healthy Workplace
What the Surgeon General’s new warning on toxic workplaces means for employees and employers.
Workforce Management
UKG Has a New Public Sector Senior Fellow: Meet Bob Lavigna
The stakes are higher than ever today in government. Our expert in the public sector explains how government needs to change to attract and retain today’s best talent—and why it’s still such a rewarding profession.
Life at UKG
National Immigrants Day: A U Krewer Shares Her Story
In honor of National Immigrants Day (October 28), a U Krewer shares her experience of moving from Russia to the United States.
Life at UKG
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: One U Krewer Shares Her Experience
For National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a U Krewer shares her personal story with autism.
Workforce Management
Healthcare is on a Data-Driven Improvement Journey. But Who Will Lead the Change?
UKG’s Chief Nurse Executive shares the benefits of coaching, connection, and collaboration to enrich your employees’ careers and unleash the power of healthcare data.
HR
9 Tips to Boost Your Performance Review Process
Here are nine tips to ensure your performance review process is the best it can be, for both your employees and your organization.