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More Than Money | Recognition & Engagement are Key Motivators

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:10:00 -0700

It’s well known that employee recognition is a key motivator and vital to the success of an organization. While employers may think that monetary recognition is what employees’ desire, 8 out of 10 times it’s not.

Interviewing Etiquette for Employers

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:45:55 -0700

Experts say that many employers unknowingly disobey the Federal Discrimination Law in casual conversation with candidates during interviews. Find out what questions cross the line and what ones are acceptable.

EVENT: Creating a Culture of Excellence

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:14:01 -0700

Join Xenium HR and COX Business Consulting on May 23rd to learn what CEOs can do to create the culture they need to succeed.

Event Details: Creating a Culture of Excellence

Ergonomics 101: What This Latest Office Trend is All About

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:30:02 -0700

Ergonomics has taken over the office world today as it promises a more productive, more energetic, more comfortable, and healthier work environment. But what exactly is ergonomics and why has this latest office trend generated so much hype?

Recruiting by Video – From Job Descriptions to Interviews

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:06:47 -0700

According to Spark Hire, over 60% of companies realize the benefit of video interviewing and utilize it in their hiring process. Have you considered the benefits?

Open Culture or Taboo?

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:42:58 -0700

As businesses strive to be competitive and unique in their employment
brand, what is and is not appropriate in the workplace has become less
standardized and increasingly specific to the company’s values and
preferences. Where do you draw the line?

Veterans Day Off – New Oregon Law Effective Immediately

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:57:25 -0700

Legal Update: New law requires Oregon employers to provide employees who are veterans with time off on Veterans Day.

Veterans Day Off – New Oregon Law Effective Immediately

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:52:00 -0700

Veterans Day Off – New Oregon Law Effective Immediately:

Legal Update: New law requires Oregon employers to provide employees who are veterans with time off on Veterans Day.

Training for Talent — Manage, Motivate and Measure

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:26:46 -0700

A study by Harvard Business Review found that out of 1,200 employees, nearly 95% regularly update their resume and seek information on prospective employers. Are you providing your employees with the formal training they desire?

[Infograhpic] Recruiting for Talent – The Right Way

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:54:00 -0700

HireRight explores two different recruiting paths employers can take to attract talent—the right way and the wrong way. Check out each recruiting path here. http://bit.ly/ZdcscF

Q & A with Xenium President Anne Donovan at the 2013 HR Leadership Awards

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:25:00 -0700

In an HR panel discussion following the 2013 HR Leadership Awards, Anne Donovan discusses effective human resource ideas that Xenium has put into practice.

http://bit.ly/1044dlU

Workplace Distractions- Can They Really Increase Productivity?

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:13:12 -0700

Workplace distractions are often thought of as a negative, but a Forbes article proves just the opposite in an interview with Tom Gimbel of LaSalle Network.

http://bit.ly/11cwx70

Xenium Wins the ‘Organizational Excellence in HR’ Award at the 2013 HR Leadership Awards

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:13:00 -0700

The secret is out! Here are some of the programs Xenium implemented to earn the ‘Organizational Excellence in HR’ award at the 2013 HR Leadership Awards.

http://bit.ly/10iSMoU

Increase in I-9 Audits | Avoid Violation Fees

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:41:53 -0700

The number of I-9 audits has increased drastically from 3 reported in 2004 to 3,004 in 2012. Avoid making these and other common mistakes to reduce your chance of violation fees.

http://bit.ly/11NaItt

8 HR & Leadership Books Entrepreneurs Should Read

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 09:47:00 -0700

If you plan to start a business, or hope to better maintain your current business and leadership skills, consider reading the following books to get started.

http://bit.ly/ZQ1Xy9

stanfordbusiness: What kills most companies and what skills do...

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:28:48 -0700

stanfordbusiness:

What kills most companies and what skills do entrepreneurs need to be successful? Follow #GSBVC for more insights and advice from prominent VCs, including Steven Bird (MBA ’83) of Focus Ventures, Jeff Grabow of Ernst & Young, and more: http://stnfd.biz/iSbnz

Portland City Council votes in favor of Mandatory Sick Leave

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:24:21 -0700

In case you missed the update yesterday, Portland has officially joined Seattle, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. in requiring earned sick leave. Find out what this new regulation means for employers.

How Becoming an Early Riser can Impact Your Wellness

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 09:51:11 -0800

In celebration of National Sleep Awareness Week, consider going to sleep and waking up earlier for improved health and productivity.

'Difficult Conversations' Recap

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:47:18 -0800

Valerie and Roger Pease of InspirationWorks, joined Xenium to lead a training in how to have ‘Difficult Conversations.’ Here is a recap from the event.

Lunch Breaks Should Actually be a Break

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:49:00 -0800

Are your employees working through their lunch break? Here are some reasons why you should encourage them to take a real break, and creative ideas for them to get the most out of it.

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More Than Money | Recognition & Engagement are Key Motivators

Interviewing Etiquette for Employers

Read more: Interviewing Etiquette for Employers

EVENT: Creating a Culture of Excellence

Ergonomics 101: What This Latest Office Trend is All About

Recruiting by Video – From Job Descriptions to Interviews

Open Culture or Taboo?

Veterans Day Off – New Oregon Law Effective Immediately

Veterans Day Off – New Oregon Law Effective Immediately

Training for Talent — Manage, Motivate and Measure

[Infograhpic] Recruiting for Talent – The Right Way

Q & A with Xenium President Anne Donovan at the 2013 HR Leadership Awards

Workplace Distractions- Can They Really Increase Productivity?

Xenium Wins the ‘Organizational Excellence in HR’ Award at the 2013 HR Leadership Awards

Increase in I-9 Audits | Avoid Violation Fees

8 HR & Leadership Books Entrepreneurs Should Read

stanfordbusiness: What kills most companies and what skills do...

Portland City Council votes in favor of Mandatory Sick Leave

How Becoming an Early Riser can Impact Your Wellness

'Difficult Conversations' Recap

Lunch Breaks Should Actually be a Break