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SHRM's HR Daily Nov. 28, 2023       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Free SHRM Best Webcasts of 2023 Virtual Retreat   Each available on-demand beginning Dec. 8 Missed these live sessions throughout the year? You can access SHRM's top webcasts from 2023 and gain actionable insights while earning professional development credits (PDCs). Whether you're a seasoned HR professional looking to stay ahead of industry trends or a newcomer eager to gain a comprehensive understanding of the field, these webcasts feature thought-provoking discussions and engaging presenters on vital topics HR is facing today. Register Now     How Formal Quarterly Check-Ins Boost Employee Engagement  Coaches build self-confidence in those they mentor, writes columnist Paul Falcone. Providing rolling, real-time feedback on the various dimensions of performance creates opportunities for managers to focus on strengths and goals, not just historical job performance.     Unshackle Middle Managers to Thrive in the Future of Work Middle management is one of the most maligned roles in an organization, and the job comes with a host of unique challenges. But it's also one of the most important positions, helping turn an organization's strategic vision into reality, guiding team performance and nurturing talent.   Advertisement     Consider coverage for anti-obesity medications Learn how anti-obesity medications (AOMs) could help employees in your organization. Find out more about providing AOM treatment coverage. PP-ZP-US-0280 11/2023 Lilly USA, LLC 2023. All rights reserved. Find Out More.     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Employer Wins Case Over Lactation Accommodations The Chicago Board of Education recently defeated an employee's lawsuit over lactation accommodations required under the Illinois Human Rights Act and the state's Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act, which are similar to the requirements in the federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.     Skills Tech Market Is Booming Technology can turn the promise of a skills-first future into reality for employers—and the skills tech market is flourishing.   Advertisement     The Ultimate HR Checklist for Growing Businesses When you have hundreds of employees counting on you, HR doesn't have room for error. Use this ultimate HR checklist to make sure your HR team isn't missing any critical policies or procedures. Download HR Checklist     SHRM Launches Two More Specialty Credentials: Advanced Technology, Strategic Capabilities SHRM is now offering two new specialty credentials—Advanced Technology and Strategic Capabilities—to help HR professionals better understand big data, AI and cybersecurity.     Minnesota Issues Guidance on Sick and Safe Time Law Minnesota recently issued FAQs on the state's new paid sick and safe leave law. Employers must comply with the specific requirements of the state law and the applicable local ordinances that are most favorable to their employees.     Updated Guidance on Pay Transparency Reports in British Columbia British Columbia's Minister of Finance approved regulations for the Pay Transparency Act. The regulations provide further information to guide employers that are required to prepare pay transparency reports.   Advertisement     3 Steps to Decreasing Turnover in 2024 Many employers understand that data from exit interviews can reveal turnover causes, but few understand the power of using the data to prevent turnover. To help you, we've compiled a step-by-step guide on how to use your exit data to decrease turnover. Download the FREE Guide     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     Well-Being Revolution: Building a Sustainable Workplace Strategy Dec. 6, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Reward Gateway A comprehensive employee well-being strategy can be a tremendous addition to your HR plans, people programs and culture initiatives. In this webcast, you'll learn how to build the foundation of your well-being strategy and unpack the benefits it can have on mitigating the effects of burnout, stress and the rising cost of living. You will learn the four key tenets of workplace well-being, how to reframe existing benefits to increase accessibility and take care of the full employee, simple techniques managers and champions can use to maintain a well-being focus, and more.     SafetyDNA: The Key to Selecting and Developing a Safer Workforce Dec. 6, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Talogy Research from industrial and organizational psychology has identified a set of key psychological factors that predict an individual's likelihood to engage in unsafe behavior and be injured on the job. These factors make up an individual's unique "Safety DNA" profile. Top organizations are now using this methodology to: 1) select safer employees and leaders, and 2) develop a safer workforce through personalized coaching and training. Join this webcast to learn how this approach gives organizations a way to better align their selection and development efforts with the ultimate goal of employee health and safety.     Fireside Chat: HR Transformation Lessons from the Leaders Dec. 11, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Ceridian Embarking on a new transformative project? Join our virtual fireside chat where successful HR leaders share firsthand insights and strategies that contributed to their triumph in HR transformations. Gain valuable knowledge from those who have navigated successful paths in similar endeavors.     Controlling the Surge: How to Effectively Predict and Manage High-Cost Claimants Dec. 12, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Aon Medical and prescription drug plan costs are skyrocketing, thanks in part to a high-risk group well known as high-cost claimants. Despite making up just 1 percent of plan membership, their expenses account for nearly half of the total cost. Lately, the prevalence and severity of high-cost claims have reached alarming levels, leaving employers grappling with the financial burden. In this webcast, hear the latest trends in high-cost claimants and how predictive modeling can empower employers to take control of their spending through proactive mitigation and budgeting.     Unleashing Potential: Practical Ways to Use AI for Leadership Development Dec. 12, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT Sponsor: Rising Team The widespread access to generative artificial intelligence is leaving HR leaders and managers more overwhelmed than ever. This presentation is relevant to all leaders and will offer extra value for learning and development and talent professionals who are tasked with developing leaders across their organizations. It will cover where AI can be most helpful in boosting the skills of great leaders and where AI isn't yet sufficient. In this session, you will discover specific ideas for how to leverage AI across the six key pillars of great leadership as well as understanding where AI still falls short and leaders will need to continue to rely on empathy and human understanding.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     Advertisement   HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. Human Resource Director - Mt. Hood Meadows and Cooper Spur Mountain Resort - Mt. Hood, Ore. (Onsite)     EXPRESS REQUEST     Minimizing Holiday-Party Liability The holiday season is here, and many employers will host their annual year-end celebrations in the weeks to come. These events are generally meant to reward employees and foster camaraderie, but employers could be on the hook for holiday-party mishaps. Visit SHRM's Holiday Parties: Minimizing Employer Liability Express Request.     USEFUL LINKS   Is it time to renew your SHRM membership? Continue to invest in the tools and information you need to lead today's workforce. Are you ready for 2024 labor law updates? Stay compliant with our Labor Law Poster update service. Get answers with SHRM Enterprise Solutions, a comprehensive suite of resources customized to empower and elevate your organization.     FEATURED WHITE PAPERS   How Do Private Companies Structure Executive Pay?   OFFERED BY: BDO USA   For privately held companies, there is limited market pay data available for benchmarking. To help bridge this gap, BDO conducted an inaugural survey to assess private company CEO and CFO compensation. 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