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No Two Days Are Ever the Same: A Day in the Life of a Lead Software Engineer at UKG

Discover how Diksha has shaped her career through innovative projects, continuous learning, and collaborative teamwork. 

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How to Simplify Your Small Business Payroll Processing

Understand payroll complexities and explore how leveraging technology can streamline your payroll processes, ensure compliance, and provide valuable insights into payroll data.

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How to Maximize Organizational Value with HR Data Analytics

By leveraging the right data, HR professionals, C-suite leaders, and people managers can gain valuable insights into workforce trends, employee performance, and overall organizational sentiment, allowing them to proactively adjust and stay ahead of the competition.

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4 Ways HR Leaders Can Boost Workplace Productivity

When employees thrive personally, their productivity fuels the business and when businesses have efficient systems, employees can perform their best without undue stress.

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Caring for Your Employees in the Year Ahead: Five Strategies for HR Leaders

As HR leaders actively plan for 2025, prioritizing a holistic method of caring for your employees that focuses on the workforce's physical, mental, personal, and professional wellbeing is more important than ever. 

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Payroll Trends to Watch in 2025

Uncover the top payroll trends for 2025, from AI to cybersecurity, and see how UKG One View empowers payroll teams to adapt and thrive.

Employee Experience

How Peer Recognition Can Support Employee Connections in 2025

Organizations can foster stronger connections and build a culture of care by investing in recognition tools, promoting inclusivity, and prioritizing well-being. Learn how this focus on employee connections not only enhances engagement but also positions businesses as employers of choice in an increasingly competitive landscape.

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5 Proven Ways Small Businesses Can Improve Workplace Culture

Explore our five practical steps to improve workplace culture in your small business without blowing your budget, including listening to employees, fostering leadership, supporting wellbeing, recognizing achievements, and aligning with a shared purpose.

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From Coast to Coast: State AI Legislation Trends

Discover how legislative efforts aim to balance innovation with responsible AI governance, inspired by the European Union's groundbreaking EU AI Act.

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Essential Skills for the Future Job Market: How to Stay Ahead in Your Career

The most sought-after skills in the workplace, both technical and interpersonal, are frequently evolving. In today’s strong labor market, job seekers should concentrate on honing distinctive skills, as they can enhance your competitiveness regardless of your chosen career path. 

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Tiny Trainings, Huge Results: 5 Ways SMBs Can Use Microlearning

Microlearning is a flexible and engaging way for employees to learn new skills and knowledge. Learn how delivering learning content in small, digestible chunks can enhance employee development and drive business results.

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Workforce Management

6 Tips for Hiring Seasonal Employees and Managing Complex Scheduling

See how simplifying hiring seasonal employees with modern HR and payroll tools can enhance recruitment, onboarding, and management, ensuring efficiency and high standards during your peak business periods.

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Sustainability in Payroll: Balancing People, Profit, and Planet

It is becoming increasingly important for companies to pursue sustainability in all business practices, including payroll.

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The Definitive Guide to Creating an Annual Labor Plan

How to better plan your people strategy for the upcoming year to boost productivity and customer satisfaction.

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Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month at UKG: Stories from NEST

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, we highlight the experiences of two U Krewers who balance their professional responsibilities with the demanding role of caregiving. 

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Your 2024 Year-End Payroll Preparation Checklist

The year-end payroll preparation process is one of the busiest and most critical times of the year. With so much going on, careful planning is essential. This comprehensive checklist can guide you through the year-end payroll process, making it much easier to manage.

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What is HR Change Management?

One of the things that HR departments can do to help organizations manage change is embrace and implement a change model.

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Finishing 2024 Strong: Year-End HCM Technology Strategies

Get expert tips to help you wrap up the year, refine your HCM technology strategy, and prepare for a powerful start to 2025. 

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Honoring Our Heroes: U Krewers Share Their Military Stories and Connections

In celebration of Veterans Day, we highlight the experiences and perspectives of veterans, military spouses, and military parents at UKG, showcasing their contributions to our workplace.

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AI in Everyday Life: Embracing the Invisible Sidekick

AI is seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, significantly enhancing convenience and efficiency. However, embracing AI in the workplace could help your business drive innovation, boost productivity, and improve employee satisfaction. 

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