56% of applicants say that they would discourage others from applying to a company based on a bad recruiting experience. In today’s market, businesses must invest in the candidate experience, technology, and the human element to successfully acquire today’s top talent. As part of HRDA's Recruiting & Talent Acquisition Week 2024, our experts reflect on key trends HR leaders should utilize in their 2024 hiring strategy.

HR Work Break: Trends, Technology, and the Future of Hiring

This week Washington REALTORS® Legal Hotline Lawyer, Annie Fitzsimmons, continues our new legal hotline series about implementing the revised Forms in place as of August 1, 2024. 
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Listing Property Best Practices: Implementing Forms Revisions: Legal Hotline 2024

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Lindsay Gainor, VP of HR and Talent Management, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Lansing, MI. Lindsay Gainor started as the new Vice President of Human Resources & Talent Management for ServiceMaster Brands in late April of 2024. 

There were several things Jeffrey wanted to find out in this conversation:

Lindsay, can you discuss your role and your plans?

Can you start off by telling us about TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®?

What type of positions are TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchises typically hiring for and what do you look for in candidates?

What does career growth look like at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK?

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Michigan Business Beat | Lindsay Gainor, New Role as VP of HR and Talent Management

On today's episode of Connected, we're shining a spotlight on the winners of our Automotive Amplifiers Contest!

At Reynolds Retail Summit: Amplify 2024, we held a best practices contest to share great ideas across the automotive industry. We highlighted ideas from three different categories: fixed operations, variable operations, and people.

In this episode, you'll hear from the three winners.

-Variable Operations: Justin Rash, F&I manager at Beau Townsend Ford Lincoln, talks about creating a completely paperless finance and sales process.

-People: Jeremy Reardon, service production manager at Westside Lexus, discusses recruiting technicians from local high schools and colleges.

-Fixed Operations: James Dieli, warranty administrator at Beau Townsend Ford Lincoln, covers going paperless in service.

Connected Podcast Episode 154: Best Practices from Automotive Amplifiers

Forbes found that 98% of HR professionals are burned out, and 97% of felt emotionally fatigued from work over the past year. In the face of these shocking statistics, what can leaders do to better support their HR teams? Sarah Devereaux, Co-Founder and Executive Coach at White Pine Leadership Collective & HCI Facilitator, joins HR Work Break to discuss the particular strain on HR professionals, signs of burnout, and how organizational culture plays a role in this issue.

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Michael Stiefel spoke with Ken Finnigan about how the lack of feedback impedes the development of software professionals. Without feedback, the right candidates are not hired, software professionals cannot improve or grow into new roles, or individuals stagnate or regress in their current positions. Feedback must also be delivered at the right time - when it can be effectively used.

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Crossing the Feedback Chasm - a Conversation with Ken Finnigan

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For Media Business Episode 80:
Tony Conley has a three-part conversation welcoming Rodney Palmer Owner of 8 Biggby Coffee locations, Co-owner of Mercy Ambulance, Motivational Speaker & Coach, Former varsity basketball coach at Williamston High School.

Questions included:

How is the coffee business?

How do you find quality employees?

What are the biggest challenges for small businesses in Michigan?

Tony Conley interviews Rodney Dean Palmer, owner of 8 Biggby Coffees in Michigan, on the Michigan Business Network. Palmer discusses his business experiences, challenges in the Michigan business climate, and insights into running a successful franchise. He highlights the impact of regulations on small businesses, citing a $400,000 cost increase due to governmental overrides on a $1.2 million coffee shop project in Belding. Palmer shares his journey into the Biggby Coffee business, emphasizing the importance of following the franchise system. He also discusses the hiring process, the skills required for baristas, and the importance of creating a positive work environment. Palmer stresses the need for personal growth in leadership and the importance of building relationships with employees. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by small businesses in Michigan and potential improvements to make the state more business-friendly.

Introduction to Rodney Dean Palmer and Biggby Coffee
Tony Conley introduces Rodney Dean Palmer, owner of 8 Biggby coffees throughout Michigan. Palmer is also starting a public speaking business as a motivational speaker.

Michigan Business Climate and Regulatory Challenges
Palmer discusses the challenging business climate in Michigan, particularly focusing on excessive regulations. He cites an example where governmental overrides increased the cost of a $1.2 million coffee shop project in Belding by $400,000.

Biggby Coffee Business and Training Process
Palmer shares how he got into the Biggby Coffee business through his son's influence. He describes the six-week training process for new franchisees, including four weeks of barista training and two weeks of management training.

Challenges and Rewards of Owning Biggby Coffees
Palmer discusses the challenges and rewards of owning multiple Biggby coffee shops. He emphasizes the importance of following the franchise system and the joy of engaging with customers and serving high-quality coffee.

Hiring Process and Employee Management
Palmer talks about the hiring process for baristas and the importance of creating a positive work environment. He stresses the need to build relationships with employees and support their personal growth.

Leadership and Small Business Management
The conversation shifts to leadership and management in small businesses. Palmer emphasizes the importance of personal growth for leaders and building strong relationships with employees.

Improving Michigan's Business Climate
Palmer discusses potential improvements to make Michigan more small business-friendly, including reducing regulations and simplifying the tax code. He compares Michigan's business climate unfavorably to other states like Indiana and Ohio.

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Media Business | Rodney Palmer, Biggby Coffee - How Media Deals w/ Challenges in Business Climate

Hello listeners! This is Aurora, and welcome to another edition of AI Tech News Today. Today is December twentieth, two thousand twenty-four, and we have some exciting updates from the world of Artificial Intelligence. Let’s dive right in.

New A-I language model released. Researchers at Stanford University have unveiled a groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence language model called UltraGPT. This model is said to outperform the existing top models by a significant margin. Notably, it can generate more coherent and contextually appropriate responses, making it a game changer for businesses reliant on customer interactions through chatbots.

Major company invests in A-I ethics. In an important development, Microsoft has announced a three hundred million dollar investment in Artificial Intelligence ethics research. This initiative aims to develop guidelines and best practices for deploying AI responsibly and transparently. Microsoft emphasizes that as AI technology continues to advance, ethical considerations must remain at the forefront to ensure trust and safety for users worldwide.

A-I art soon to debut in galleries. The world of art is set to witness a revolution as several art galleries plan to feature collections generated by Artificial Intelligence artists next month. This includes works created by both A-I and human collaboration, showcasing the potential of technology to expand creative boundaries. Art enthusiasts should definitely keep an eye out for these innovative exhibitions!

New regulations on A-I usage in the workplace. In response to growing concerns about job displacement, the European Union is preparing to introduce new regulations on the use of Artificial Intelligence in workplaces. The proposed regulations will focus on ensuring that AI tools are used to augment human labor rather than replace it. This approach aims to ensure that workers benefit from the advancements in technology, rather than face undue threats to their jobs.

And lastly, A-I in healthcare sees significant advancements. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have developed an Artificial Intelligence system that can predict patient outcomes with up to ninety percent accuracy. This system analyzes patient data to provide healthcare professionals with critical insights, potentially improving decision-making and patient care. It’s an exciting step forward for the integration of A-I in medicine!

That's all for today's news. As we head into the holiday season, we encourage you to stay informed about the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence. There is always something new and exciting happening in this ever-evolving field. Wishing you a wonderful end to your year and looking forward to connecting with you again in two thousand twenty-five!

Stanford Unveils UltraGPT, Microsoft Invests $300M in AI Ethics, and New EU Regulations Aim to Protect Jobs

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