TEKsystems announced findings from its quarterly IT Executive Outlook survey, conducted in partnership with the Inavero Institute. Ninety-six percent of IT leaders agree that the success of any IT initiative significantly depends upon the IT professionals implementing it. Moreover, 94% say that people-based issues such as talent attraction, development, retention, team communication can derail the success of IT projects. However, only 51% of respondents say that human capital issues get the strategic attention they deserve. [Market Watch]
Pennsylvania court compels arbitration of both class and collective action claims. [Employment Class Action Blog]
Work share program may not save jobs: Part of Gov. Snyder’s new workforce initiative. “The state never picks up the check,” said Kim Fettig of Ameritemp Staffing, a Grand Rapids temp agency. “It’s the employer who picks up the check in the first place.” Fettig is worried that without proper safeguards, the program could make unemployment insurance premiums more expensive. Do you think a work share program is a healthy initiative in connecting more people to more jobs or not? What are your thoughts? [WoodTV]
Barton Associates announces a strong close to 2011 and prepares to meet increased 2012 demand in the Hospitalist locum tenens industry. [PR Web]
David Chie, chief operating officer of Palo Alto Staffing Services, offers key advice for advancing in the Talent Wars. [Baseline Magazine]
Small business profile: Part-Time Pros/Tulsa-Med Pros. [Tulsa World]
Bonnie Burke, co-owner of Shore Staffing Inc., says that references are waste of space on a resume. Do you agree? What are your go-to tips for great resume building? Email us at guest@staffingtalk.com [Delmarva Now]
Interviewing hiring managers right the first time. [ERE]
Advice from Allison O’Kelly , founder and CEO of Mom Corps ™, on how to motivate employees with workplace flexibility. [Fast Company]
Maui-based KilaKila Employer Services and Honolulu-based ALTRES announced they will merge effective January 1, 2012. [PR Web]
