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SHRM's HR Daily Dec. 20, 2023       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Healthy Pay Raises on Tap for 2024 Employers are reaching a consensus on their 2024 merit increase expectations, and it's a good one for employees: Companies will be handing out competitive pay bumps, especially as their workforces continue to grapple with high costs of living.     How Retailers Can Support Wage and Hour Compliance During the Holidays At year end, it's especially important to continue compliance with wage and hour laws. Here are common areas where violations may occur.   Advertisement     Feeling Stuck with a Bad HRIS/Payroll System? You have Options. When it comes to finding a new HRIS or payroll solution that fits your exact needs, you have plenty of options thanks to Matchr. Our 100% FREE and consultative service lets you quickly search the market to find the right system for your business. Join the 7,000+ HR pros helped by Matchr over the past 11 years. Get Your Free Software Matches Now!     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Did You See This? This Year's News That Caught Our Eye We've collected some of the heartwarming and offbeat workplace stories from 2023 that exemplified the ingenuity, compassion and creativity of people—and sometimes the quirkiness of the workplace. Read on for some of those stories.     Global Mobility, Pay Transparency Predominated in 2023 Global mobility was overwhelmingly the most popular theme among the most-read global HR articles on SHRM Online this year.    Advertisement     12 Warning Signs It's Time for Better Time Tracking Glitchy, inefficient time tracking processes have gone unchecked—or grudgingly tolerated—for far too long! A lot of little nuisances can add up to heaps of lost time and productivity, so we're here to help you start building the case for a switch to something better. Get the List of Warning Signs!     California Imposes Demographic Reporting Rule on Venture Capital Firms California recently enacted a law that requires venture capital firms to collect and report demographic information about the founding team members of the businesses in which they invest.     COURT REPORT     Overtime Complaint Was Sufficient by Alleging over 40 Hours Worked Each Week The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently overturned a federal district court decision finding that a Fair Labor Standards Act overtime claim did not provide the required level of detail to survive a motion to dismiss.     Court Denies New Trial Despite Jury Instruction Error Defining 'Being Qualified' The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently found a plaintiff suffered no prejudice to her discrimination and failure-to-accommodate claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and therefore refused to order a new trial.   Advertisement     70% of new hires know in the 1st month if a job is the right fit This four-week onboarding roadmap gives your newest recruits a positive start on their journey. The schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We've included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees' highway to success an easy road. Download Roadmap     SHRM WEBCASTS     SHRM's Best Webcasts of 2023 Now available on demand Sponsor: SHRM Did you happen to miss out on these live sessions throughout the year? Here's another opportunity for you to catch up and access the most popular webcasts from SHRM in 2023. These compelling webcasts showcase thought-provoking discussions and engaging presenters, addressing the most crucial topics that HR is currently confronting. Acquire actionable insights that you can bring back to your organization, whether you're an experienced HR professional staying ahead of industry trends or a newcomer seeking a comprehensive understanding of the field.     How to Drive DEI with Appreciation: Findings from Gallup Jan. 8, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Workhuman In this webcast, we'll unveil recent research linking employee recognition to DEI initiatives, drawing on Gallup's collaborative study with Workhuman. The discussion will center on recognition as a crucial tool for reducing burnout and turnover and fostering inclusivity, supported by evidence-based insights from Gallup. The session will explore the significance of integrating recognition into organizational culture, emphasizing the connection between authentic praise and an inclusive workplace, and conclude with strategies for leaders to energize, engage and retain talent by appreciating individual uniqueness.     From Insight to Impact: Winning CEO Support for Talent Intelligence Jan. 11, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Eightfold.ai HR leaders leverage deep-learning AI to enhance the talent life cycle, covering recruitment, development and retention. The broader organization, including the C-suite, must recognize the significance of talent intelligence amid the growing influence of generative AI and other departments seeking advanced AI capabilities. Join this webcast to explore why executives should prioritize talent intelligence in 2024 and learn strategies to secure executive support, discussing the business case, real-time skills insights and engagement approaches for HR initiatives.     Making Mental Health a Part of Your Company's Goal-Setting Framework Jan. 17, 3 p.m. ET / noon PT Sponsor: Headspace In times of economic uncertainty, organizations often focus on cost-cutting, but it's crucial to prioritize a healthy work environment. This webcast explores a key strategy for balancing employee well-being and business performance: incorporating mental health into planning and goal-setting processes. Regardless of the framework used, such as objectives and key results or key performance indicators, integrating employee well-being into organizational goals proves valuable for both business and personnel health.     Just Enroll with It: How to Empower Your Employees Post-Enrollment Jan. 24, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Colonial Life As annual enrollment comes to a close, HR is often bombarded with questions from employees. How can small businesses deal with this influx of time-consuming questions? In this program, enrollment experts will provide practical solutions to streamline post-enrollment processes. Even more importantly, you will learn how to build a year-round benefits education and communication strategy.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     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 Resources Employee Relations Director - Erlanger Health - Chattanooga, Tenn. (Onsite)     USEFUL LINKS   Compete in the 2024 Better Workplaces Challenge Cup Member Track: Share the biggest problem you have solved in your workplace! Contact us about SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2024 group interest. Join us in Las Vegas or virtually April 14-17. ​SHRM24 registration is now open. Join other forward-thinking HR professionals in Chicago or virtually for the world's largest HR conference.     FEATURED WHITE PAPERS   Harness the Power of Global Mobility for DE&I   OFFERED BY: Localyze   Global mobility is no longer a "nice-to-have" aspect of talent management. It is a "must-have" that is integral to the future of work and DE&I initiatives. In our guide, you will learn what considerations to make to ensure your global mobility policies are keeping pace with the latest DE&I expectations and trends.   READ MORE   Welcome to PEO 101   OFFERED BY: ADP   Wondering if a professional employer organization (PEO) could benefit your employees and help your company scale more efficiently by taking on day-to-day HR tasks? This guide answers more than 10 common questions about the PEO relationship and the types of companies that can benefit.   READ MORE     Access more content and insights from SHRM's White Paper Library.       Connect with us on social!              1800 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 USA Contact Us | shrm.org This email was sent to manojdole1.Architectural@blogger.com. This email may contain advertisements. Unsubscribe or Change Email Preferences | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy © 2023 SHRM. All rights reserved.