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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. 
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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.  
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Best Tips to Get Hired in 2023

A UKG recruiter shares their top tips and tricks to get hired in 2023.
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Years of Service Remembered:
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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"I Consider Myself One of the Lucky Ones:" A U Krewer Shares His Coming Out Story

In honor of National Coming Out Day, a U Krewer shares his personal story.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month: U Krewers Share Their Stories

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, three U Krewers talk their multicultural identities and finding belonging at UKG.
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“Enjoy the Climb”: How NWSL Athlete Christen Press Stays Motivated

NWSL Athlete Christen Press talks pay equality, her groundbreaking fashion business, and finding peace amid the chaos.
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Meet U Krewer Briana M.— “I’m Safe to be Me at UKG”

U Krewer Briana M. talks about the new hire experience and the strong sense of belonging at UKG.
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Meet the Interns: UKG Spotlights Summer Interns

July 28 is National Intern Day! To celebrate, UKG chats with two interns about their experiences and their top takeaways—for future interns and their managers.
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