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Deep Dive8 behavioral science tips to boost employee learning
As employers come to grips with a constant need to upgrade skills, the science of learning is making its way into mainstream training for workers.
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Medical benefits company pays $17K for blocking employee's return from FMLA leave
The FMLA, while relatively straightforward, still has some nuances that require training and thoughtfulness.
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A quarter of tech employees on Blind say their company conducts 'unreasonable' monitoring
Most employers don't spy on workers, Blind said, but doing so can cause stress and decrease job satisfaction.
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OpinionNavigating the rise of corporate activism
Companies must be aware of the evolving social climate and, when necessary, take a stance that is consistent with company values, writes Jewell Parkinson, head of HR, Americas & APJ at SAP North America.
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A bad website may drive job seekers away
The key for recruiters is to balance the human aspects of interviewing — meeting people, engaging in-person — with a seamless online experience, a survey showed.
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Deep DiveL&D in the age of 'Netflixation'
Three experts gauge how employee learning has changed as tech has taken over.
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Employees say managers set pay based on feelings, not skills
A perceived lack of fairness in the workplace can deeply stymie any attempts to create an engaging place to work.
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Deep DiveRetailMeNot exec dishes on working in D&I — before it was cool
As the new director of the retail tech company's diversity and inclusion program, Sharon Brogdon joined an organization that is already "walking the talk," but challenges persist.
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Court advances white employee's claim that IT firm favored Indian employees
While many suits alleging national origin discrimination involve minorities, an increasing number are claiming so-called reverse discrimination.
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Study: Standing desks cut fatigue and boost engagement
Office designers continue to focus on work spaces that foster collaboration and are environmentally friendly, physically comfortable and aesthetically pleasing.
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More employers are turning to onsite health clinics for employee primary care
One-third of large U.S. employers offer general medical worksite clinics, indicating their emergence as a method for addressing healthcare costs and engagement.
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ColumnResource Actions: #MeToo at work, 1 year later
Last October, the movement took hold, encouraging victims of sexual harassment and assault to speak up. Where is HR now?
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Amazon to give some workers additional pay bumps to make up for slashed bonuses
Amazon maintains that all employees "will see an increase in their total compensation as a result of this announcement."
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Walmart grants $4M to support workforce education
The funding is part of the company's five-year, $100 million effort to improve training programs in retail and adjacent sectors.
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How to make sure reference checks are worth the effort
Many employers will provide little more than employment dates and titles — but experts say there are a few tricks to make the most of your endeavor.
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IRS issues guidance on new meal, entertainment deductions
The deductions discussed in the IRS guidance have been a major point of discussion, according to accounting and consulting firm Hertzbach & Company.
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DOL recovered $304M in back pay in FY 2018
The U.S. Department of Labor will push forward with its commitment to recover back pay owed to workers, U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta said.
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D&I initiatives critical as manufacturers seek to fill open roles
Employers across industries are struggling to stay competitive in a tight labor market, but manufacturing faces one of the most severe talent shortages.
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Walgreens slashes benefits after granting $100M in pay raises
To stay competitive while balancing their budgets, employers might have to come up with non-traditional benefits that appeal to workers.
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Amazon may be the Grinch of holiday hiring this year
Competitors are upping wages in a bid to compete with the e-commerce giant and meet ambitious hiring goals, but will it pay off?
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Why Maine employers are sourcing former addicts
Hiring managers are looking toward talent pools outside of the norm, targeting those formerly addicted, formerly incarcerated and more.
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Facebook likely looking to expand its reach in the job ad space
The addition of the Refdash team to Facebook Jobs could mean the social media giant is looking to advance into other industries like technology.
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Illinois gov. vetoes salary history ban a second time
The governor said he won't sign such a ban without a safe harbor for employers who conduct equal pay audits and work to remedy disparities.
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Deep DiveHere's who is making moves in 2018 holiday hiring
As the season unfolds, we're making a list (and checking it twice) of who is hiring and how it stacks up against last year's strong holiday season. Here's a look at holiday staffing so far.
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Most CFOs don't think HR affects the bottom line — and half of HR leaders agree
If HR fails to communicate its growth and secure the support of other departments, its identity as a strategic partner may go under-recognized.
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