Tag Archives: Achilles Group
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What Is Human Resources Management?
Posted on 06.07.2019
If you’ve spent any time in the professional world, you’ve likely heard of human resources, which, in short, refers to the people and/or department within an organization that is responsible for managing resources pertaining to employees. Some organizations maintain an internal human resources department, while others, particularly small-to-mid-sized businesses and non-profits, outsource this need to … Continue reading
Posted in Human Resources Management
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5 Strategies for Effective Organizational Communication
Posted on 03.04.2019
It’s no secret that great organizations cannot flourish without strong organizational communication. But what does that look like? Here are five strategies for effective organizational communication in the workplace. Create an Environment That Supports Open Communication. Whether it’s formal, informal, upward, downward or horizontal communication, it’s imperative to cultivate an environment where all team members … Continue reading
Posted in Strategy Alignment
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Updated FMLA Forms
Posted on 09.19.2018
An updated set of Family and Medical Leave Act (FLMA) forms for employers has been released by the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division. The only revision to these forms is an updated expiration date. The previous forms expired on August 31 of this year, but now, the updated forms will be valid through August 31, … Continue reading
Posted in Compliance
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A Client’s Perspective: CloudNine
Posted on 09.05.2018
Based in Houston, Texas, CloudNine is a data and legal discovery technology company with proven expertise in simplifying and automating the discovery of data for audits, investigations and litigation. CloudNine empowers legal and business professionals with eDiscovery automation software and professional services that simplify litigation, investigations, and audits for law firms and corporations. “We began working with Achilles Group … Continue reading
Posted in Strategy Alignment
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A Client’s Perspective on TalentConnection: OGsys
Posted on 06.13.2018
OGsys provides user-friendly, intuitive oil and gas accounting software that accelerates answers to critical questions impacting their clients’ daily productivity and overall success. Take a look at what OGsys President, Chuck Blanton, has to say about Achilles Group services, specifically TalentConnection.
Posted in TalentConnection
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The Job Market is Heating Up
Posted on 06.05.2018
Better than anticipated results were reported on Friday regarding the US job market. According to a recent Houston Chronicle article, “Employers added 223,000 jobs last month, more than economists expected and a pickup from April’s hiring rate of 159,000.” Today, the US Department of Labor released more data. “Never before have we had an economy where the … Continue reading
Posted in TalentConnection
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HR Infrastructure: Success at Axxiom
Posted on 05.16.2018
“When I began my new role in the HR department, there were many rules and regulations—things like FMLA, for example—that were unfamiliar to us. Axxiom is a small company and we needed to ensure we were protecting the company, our employees, and following all the legal guidelines. Unsure of how to get started, we retained … Continue reading
Posted in HR Risk Mitigation
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Commitment to Raising the Bar on People Performance
Posted on 04.16.2018
At Achilles Group we engage to make a difference through our unique Fractional HR business model, our expertise, teamwork and professionally human approach. And we take a lot of pride in our commitment to provide encouragement for leaders at every opportunity. Now before this gets labeled as a soft, indulgent or a touchy-feely approach it … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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How We Set Your Business Up for Success
Posted on 03.14.2018
Simply put, leadership is communication, and it’s Achilles Group’s passion to help your leadership communicate better both one-on-one and across your organization to preserve and build upon the best aspects of your business heritage. We understand that vision without accountability and discipline is just hopes and dreams, so we have a team with the knowledge … Continue reading
Posted in Strategy Alignment
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Let Us Help You With The Hard Work!
Posted on 02.26.2018
Naturally, most of us in the HR field believe ourselves to be excellent judges of character. Therefore, recruiting and hiring good people shouldn’t be too difficult for us, right? But if that’s true, why do so many companies go to outside agencies to fill their positions? Are they better judges of character than we are? … Continue reading
Posted in Recruiting Effectiveness
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A Sweet Announcement from Achilles Group
Posted on 02.13.2018
On this Special Valentine’s Day, Achilles Group celebrates 16 years of service to our clients. We are very grateful for the opportunity to make a difference and for our talented group of people who make it all possible. Kristen McGullion is one those amazing people, and she has provided us yet another reason for celebration. … Continue reading
Posted in Announcements
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How We Make Recruiting Effectiveness a Key Part of Your Business
Posted on 02.07.2018
Every business owner knows how critical it is to attract, hire and keep good people, yet most don’t fully appreciate what it takes to become effective at recruiting. While outside recruiters, headhunters, and temps are often very valuable, they don’t always lend themselves to a deep understanding of your organization and don’t necessarily allow you … Continue reading
Posted in Recruiting Effectiveness
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Ready for your business to move forward in 2018?
Posted on 01.18.2018
“Don’t look back—you’re not going that way!” We like that phrase; it serves as a reminder to grow from and move past hard times and to keep focused on the path ahead. At Achilles Group we believe Houston is, in fact, moving forward, and a key indicator for us is how much our clients recruiting … Continue reading
Posted in TalentConnection
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Five HR Trends to Watch in 2018
Posted on 12.20.2017
With the new year fast-approaching, it’s important to keep up with the latest and greatest predicted trends in the world of Human Resources. Many of these are driven by ever-evolving technological advances, but your business still requires that special human touch for success. Some of these predicted trends include: More employees working from home: … Continue reading
Posted in Recruiting Effectiveness
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The Great Toy Run!
Posted on 12.13.2017
Thanks to the efforts of dozens of generous fishing and boating enthusiasts, and some caring local citizens, more than 1,500 at-risk children on the central coast of Texas will be enjoying a very happy Christmas again this year. Bill Bahr, one of our Achilles Group associates, and his wife Marci have participated in the annual … Continue reading
Posted in In The Community
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Peanuts, Cracker Jacks®, and People Performance
Posted on 12.04.2017
When you think about winning teams in professional baseball, the New York Yankees are one of the first teams that come to mind. But have you ever thought about why that is? Maybe lots of great players? Well, while they’ve certainly had many amazing players throughout the years, they’ve also been led by fantastic coaches, … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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Success Story: Houston Zoo
Posted on 11.13.2017
“We reached out to the Achilles Group to assist us when we found ourselves down one person on the HR team with the absence of a Vice President of Human Resources. Because we were in the middle of working on several major projects and did not have enough time or manpower to take care of … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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Humility Is the Key to Rewarding Feedback
Posted on 11.03.2017
Seeking feedback from your employees requires both humility and recognizing your own room for growth, your motives are also equally as important. For example, do you really want to be great at what you do, or do you want to be seen as great? That distinction is important because it requires the willingness to give … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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How to Receive Feedback with Grace
Posted on 11.03.2017
Inviting feedback can be hard enough, but receiving it can be even harder. Any sort of criticism (even constructive) tends to bring out all of our insecurities and defensiveness, but truly great leaders resist this impulse and readily accept feedback with grace and an open mind. It can touch on sensitive areas, but it’s important … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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Changes coming to the EEO-1 Report
Posted on 09.08.2017
As announced on August 29th, 2017 by the U.S. Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (or OIRA), the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (or EEOC) is implementing an immediate stay and reviewing of the effectiveness of the pay data collection components of the revised Equal Employer Information Report (as known as the EEO-1 report). Last … Continue reading
Posted in HR Risk Mitigation