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Life at UKG
UKG Expands Recruiting Efforts to Attract Top, Diverse Talent
Explore how the UKG Belonging, Diversity, and Equity team has developed new relationships with HBCUs and strategic universities to recruit top employees.
Talent
Can a small business be a great place to work?
It turns out small businesses have some clear advantages that help HR build company culture - see the path you can take to become a great place to work.
HR
3 ideas for owning your vision for HR at your organization
Making your HR vision a reality is possible - it just takes some practical, specific steps.
Talent
9 Ways to Address Healthcare Staffing Challenges Using HCM
As healthcare organizations struggle to hire and retain top talent, HCM and WFM offer practical solutions to engage candidates and employees.
Talent
3 (FREE) Ways to Fast-Track Connection for New Employees
Learn 3 no-cost strategies you can implement to fast-track connection for new hire employees.
Talent
Your Next Employees Might Be Hiding – Here’s How to Find Them
Millions of people want to work, but barriers keep them hidden from employers. UKG and Accenture offer the flexible solutions that can bring them out of hiding.
HR
When Deciding on Spreadsheets or Software for Managing Compensation, Focus on Outcomes
For compensation planning and management, many employers are faced with choosing between using spreadsheets or software. There are different ways to compare the options. Employers usually focus on the inputs. It is more important to consider the outcomes.
Life at UKG
How This U Krewer Celebrates Curiosity
Get to know UKG Group Vice President of Relationship Management Jane in this Women's History Month special edition.
HR
Drop Everything
Time Well Spent: Let's see what we may have to drop everything to deal with this week?
Talent
Training alone won't cut it: Driving development through learning
Training shouldn't just be about learning skills - it's a path forward in an organization, and HR should design programs with that in mind.
HR
Position management leads to big wins for HR: Make sure you don't miss out
Position management isn't a niche industry approach - it can benefit any HR team. We'll show you how.
HR
Are you looking for an HR technology vendor or a partner for life?
Partnership is where all the magic happens with HR technology - here are the questions you should ask to find a partner instead of just a vendor.
Talent
Why choice is your biggest competitor, and how HR embraces it to thrive
Choice is a powerful deciding factor in todays job market - see how HR can make it a focus to recruit and retain.
HR
3 benefits options HR can use to combat absenteeism
HR needs to lead with benefits to solve the issue of absenteeism - here are some ideas on where to focus.
Life at UKG
U Krewers Reflect, Connect During Black History Month
Learn about the inspiring stories of some of our Black U Krewers, recognizing the positive impacts they’ve made at work, at home, and in their community.
HR
Tech shopping therapy: How HR changes buying behavior to succeed
The HR technology buying landscape has changed, and HR needs to reprioritize when buying to land on the right solution.
Talent
Crafting your employer brand: How to stand out
A great employer brand starts with what HR focuses on internally. See what areas matter most to the modern workforce.
HR
Don't let these 5 PEO transition myths keep you from bringing HR in-house
Transitioning off a PEO can seem daunting, but some parts of bringing HR in-house may be less worrisome than you think.
Talent
Snapshot: What Gen Z Really Wants in the Manufacturing Workplace
To remain competitive in the war for talent, manufacturers must create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the future workforce — Gen Z.
Talent
HR options to combat talent shortages, degree inflation, and skills gaps
Several HR challenges have accelerated over the past two years - here's where you should focus to understand and address them.