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UKG Celebrates Pride Month: How U Krewers Bring Their LGBTQIA+ Identities to Work
In honor of Pride Month, three U Krewers share their stories of allyship, representation, and understanding.
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Top 5 Interview Questions to Ask a Hiring Manager
Prepping for an interview? Here are the top five questions to ask a hiring manager, according to UKG HR pros.
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GenderCool: Taking PRIDE in Supporting Our Youth
Actively supporting employees and their families takes many forms. That’s why we’re excited about partnering with The GenderCool Project, which brings community and resources to U Krewer parents of trans and non-binary children.
Employee Experience
Why Belonging Should be at the Heart of Your DEIB Strategy
You can invite all the right people to the party, but if you haven’t created an environment where all are free to be themselves, then DEI&B efforts will stall. Belonging must at the heart of it.
Employee Experience
Saluting Nurses: Agents for Change and Compassion
UKG is proud to celebrate Nursing Month this May by sharing the personal stories of two dedicated professionals who are true agents of change while bringing patients care, comfort, and healing.
Life at UKG
Celebrating AAPI Heritage: UKG AsPIRE Members Share Their Cultural Journeys
Did you know that Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities encompass nearly 50 ethnic groups in more than 40 countries? Learn more about some dynamic AAPI cultures through U Krewers Calle, Chris, and Leilani and discover the influence their heritage has had on their lives and careers.
Life at UKG
6 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Resume
When spring cleaning, why stop at bathrooms and closets? Chances are your resume could use a good scrubbing, too. Here are six ways to help your resume stand out from the crowd by creatively telling your authentic story.
Employee Experience
Game Changer: Achieving Equity at Work
In this blog and webinar replay, UKG and NWSL leaders shed light on the need for employers across every industry to focus on leveling the playing field and creating an ecosystem of equity for all.
Employee Experience
Untitled (Why Leadership Is More Than a Job Title)
Being a leader isn’t just about job titles and pleasing stakeholders. It’s about working with your employees to find a solution that shows compassion, even when it might be unpopular. Pat Wadors, Chief People Officer at UKG, reflects on her candid conversation with Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President and CEO of SHRM, about their individual experiences as C-suite leaders.
Life at UKG
Walking The Walk: Black Women Volunteer to Build Opportunity, Equity for STEAM Students
U Krewers team up with nonprofit Sister to Sister International, Inc., to host monthly mentoring circles as part of the UKG Close the Gap Initiative that drives awareness of pay equity issues.
Employee Experience
7 Effective Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills
Communicating effectively can be difficult in the best of environments, but it can be especially challenging in virtual situations. These seven tips will help increase your confidence in any speaking situation.
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Women’s History Month: How U Krewers Uplift and Empower Women
During March's Women's History Month, we're amplifying three U Krewers' voices by sharing their stories of how they -- and all of us -- can advocate for workplaces where all women are empowered, enabled, and equal.
Employee Experience
How to Evaluate Employee Expectations
Research has shown that people-centric businesses are more successful. Follow these three steps to better understand your employees' expectations.
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.
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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.
Employee Experience
What is the Employee Continuum of Needs?
The Employee Continuum of Needs is key to workplace success in 2023. Learn how understanding the six stages improves engagement, retention, and mental health.
Employee Experience
How to Measure Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B)
Quantifying DEIB progress can be challenging. But with data-backed solutions, organizations can successfully measure culture and implement new initiatives.
Employee Experience
3 Ideas to Improve Hybrid Work
Flexibility is key to employee engagement. But how do you bridge the remote work versus in-person gap?
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.
Employee Experience
How to Improve Belonging in the Workplace
Research shows that belonging and feeling valued are fundamental employee needs. Learn how to improve belonging in the workplace and on your team.