The People Purpose Blog

Your source for practical insights and the latest workplace ideas from experts and thought leaders in all things HR. Whether you’re a team of one or leading a global HCM and workforce management strategy, we’ll help you make smart decisions for your organization and create a great workplace for your people.

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Compensation Planning: A Practical Guide for Small and Medium Businesses

A deep dive into how to create an effective compensation plan, from understanding its components and best practices to overcoming challenges and empowering organizations in optimizing employee value and achieving sustainable success.

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Building Great Workplaces: The Power of a UKG Partnership

Customers share how their UKG partnership brings to life their great workplace mission and inspires employees to have the time of their lives at work.

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What Does UKG Do? 9 Questions for a Leading HR Software Company

We answer your questions about what UKG does, what UKG software is used for, and how partnering with UKG can make your workplace even better.

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From Exhausted to Fired Up: How to Prevent Employee Burnout

Follow these four steps to retain top talent, prevent employee burnout, and create an engaged and passionate workforce.

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Three AI Functionalities that Help Build Workplace Trust, Retention, and Satisfaction

With proper privacy and security, AI can positively impact workforce productivity and employee experience.

Latest Stories

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Life at UKG

Apr 10, 2024

Unmasking Job Scams: How to Safeguard Yourself in the Digital Job Market

In our increasingly digital world, we are becoming more aware and vigilant of the risks of everyday activities. One scam that’s seen an uptick in recent years is the existence of fraudulent job offers, or job scams.

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Life at UKG

Apr 5, 2024

World Health Day: U Krewers Share Their Stories

In honor of World Health Day, we’re shining a spotlight on three U Krewers who are part of our employee resource group CARES (Chronic Illnesses, Awareness, Resources, Education and Support).

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Talent

Apr 2, 2024

How to Accommodate Neurodivergent Applicants: 5 Strategies for Ensuring Inclusive Recruitment

Inclusive recruitment recognizes the value of neurodiversity and aims to create a great workplace for all, where everyone can thrive.

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Life at UKG

Mar 21, 2024

Networking Over Coffee: Your Guide to Making the Most of an Informal One-on-One

If you want to build your professional connections and relationships, having a thoughtful conversation over a cup of coffee is a great way to do it. This approach to networking is less formal than traditional networking events and can allow for more relaxed and natural conversations.

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Life at UKG

Mar 4, 2024

To Celebrate Women's History Month, U Krewers Share Their Experiences at UKG

Get a glimpse into life at UKG as we celebrate Women's History Month through personal experiences and reflections shared by three inspiring U Krewers from the FIRE Up community, showcasing their journey, challenges, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Life at UKG

Feb 20, 2024

How to Best Prepare for a Behavioral Interview: 4 Easy Steps

This interview technique is a way for interviewers to get to know you and how your experience matches with the job you are interviewing for.

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Workforce Management

Feb 14, 2024

7 Ways to Build a Better Manager and Employee Relationship

Learn how HR teams can create a work environment that cultivates strong manager and employee relationships. 

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Talent

Feb 13, 2024

Great Leaders are Both Introverts and Extroverts

How individuals can demonstrate leadership using their own qualities of introversion and extroversion.

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Talent

Feb 8, 2024

Driving Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment with Community Hiring Initiatives

Is your organization looking to create a diverse and inclusive workforce? With the right mix of stakeholders, community hiring initiatives can source talent while also improving economic mobility and regional outcomes. Learn how to drive diversity and inclusion in recruitment with these tips for engaging leadership.

Three U Krewers who are part of the BUILD (Black U Krewers in Leadership and Development) employee resource group (ERG)

Life at UKG

Feb 1, 2024

Celebrating Black History Month at UKG: Reflections from Three U Krewers

Highlighting resilience, courage, and the profound impact of diversity within our vibrant workplace.

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Life at UKG

Jan 24, 2024

How Three U Krewers in India Found Career Growth with UKG

U Krewers share their experiences with UKG’s continuous learning opportunities, innovation-driven programs and supportive environment for professional growth.

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Talent

Jan 16, 2024

How Generative AI in Recruiting Will Revolutionize Talent Acquisition in 2024

You've heard about GenAI in the news, but do you know how it will revolutionize talent acquisition? See examples of how you can use GenAI in recruiting as a tool to find and hire candidates faster.