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New Off-the-Shelf Training Program Helps Multinational Organizations Overcome Intercultural Communication Conflicts
(Des Moines, IA ¦October 27, 2010) — VisionPoint®, a developer of video-based training solutions, and ECCO International, an internationally-recognized global communications consulting firm, announce the release of the global communications training program , Open Mind, Open World: Improving Intercultural Interactions™. Open Mind, Open World equips individuals in multinational organizations with quick tools to anticipate and…
Read MoreOne-Stop Talent Sourcing Solution Now Includes Candidate Video Interviews
Oct 27, 2010 – Chicago, IL — Velocity Resource Group and iViewXpress announced today the launch of the HR industry’s first video interview enabled candidate sourcing platform. Turn-key candidate video interviews will now be part of the customizable candidate sourcing platform offered by Velocity Resource Group, the recognized leader in candidate sourcing, screening and qualification.…
Read MorePresident Obama Issues Statement on National Work and Family Month U.S. Senate Passes Resolution
Oct. 26, 2010 — Washington, D.C. — President Obama has issued a statement expressing his administration’s support of advancing work-life effectiveness across the country. In the statement issued by the White House on October 25, 2010, the President stated that “National Work and Family Month serves as a reminder to all of us, especially working…
Read MoreBon Idziak of Applicant Insight Elected to Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (SAPAA) Board of Directors
TAMPA, FL October 22, 2010 We are pleased to announce that Bon Idziak, CEO of Applicant Insight, has been elected to the Board of Directors of The Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (SAPAA). The Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association’s mission is to establish, promote, and communicate the highest standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism in…
Read MorePerformance management software vendor Sonar6 introduces no lock-in contracts
Auckland, New Zealand October 27 2010 — In an industry first, performance management software vendor Sonar6 has introduced a no lock-in model for its customers. Sonar6 subscribers will now be able to pay monthly and cancel at any time, for any reason. Sonar6 GM Sales & Marketing Mike Carden says the change to no lock-in…
Read MoreSelect International Launches "Fit" Suite of Assessments
Shorter Assessments designed to help organizations identify candidates who aren’t a good “fit”. In response to market demand, Select International recently released its “Fit” suite of assessments, a group of five brief (10 — 15 minute) screening tests that are positioned up front in the hiring process. The suite contains customized assessments that target different…
Read MoreSCI Companies Announces Its Health Plan Renewal Rates for 2011
Atlanta, GA — October 26, 2010 — SCI Companies announced today that its 2010-11 rate increase for premiums it will pay on its group health insurance provided through Humana is 1.33%. The rate increase was effective October 1, 2010. “This rate increase is unheard of in today’s market, with most Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) experiencing…
Read MoreShutterstock Selects iCIMS for Employee Data Management
HAZLET, N.J. (October 27th, 2010) – iCIMS, the 2nd largest provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, announced today that Shutterstock has selected iCIMS’ Employee and Performance Management Suite to centralize and standardize their employee management processes. Shutterstock joins a recent influx of premium organizations leveraging the industry-lauded iCIMS Talent Platform for their HRIS needs.…
Read MoreHR and Benefits Vendors Plan to Increase Their Marketing Budgets in 2011, Says Latest Survey from HRmarketer.com
CAPITOLA, Calif. / October 27, 2010 — Talent management, employee recognition, consulting, training, assessments and other HR industries may benefit from a sharp rise in supplier optimism during 2011, according to a new trends report from HRmarketer.com. The popular marketing software and services firm has released its annual “Trends in HR Marketing” report that examines…
Read MoreNew Off-the-Shelf Training Program Helps Multinational Organizations Overcome Intercultural Communication Conflicts
Participants learn key communication strategies for the global marketplace: How to start a conversation, motivate a global workforce, avoid cultural offenses, structure a project and communicate a business strategy. (Des Moines, IA ¦October 26, 2010) — VisionPoint®, a developer of video-based training solutions, and ECCO International, an internationally-recognized global communications consulting firm, announce the release…
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