The Latest
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Gender diversity may encourage better work-life balance, positive outlooks
One benefit of gender diversity recent studies have confirmed is the positive impact female leaders can have on team members.
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EEOC: Union Pacific ignored doctor's opinion of worker recovered from tumor
Employers violate the ADA if they claim an employee with medical restrictions poses a safety risk but cannot show a "direct threat," EEOC has said.
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The skills gap grew by 12% last year, survey says
Though some experts question the origin of the skills gap, businesses do appear to feel the impact of a talent shortage.
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City didn't discriminate, but retaliated for bias complaint, says 11th Cir.
The ruling shows that the definition of "protected activity" encompasses more than formal lawsuits.
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Report: Trade war, tariffs to blame for August job cuts
The tech industry reported the highest number of cuts last month.
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Less than half of small businesses plan to hike hiring in next 12 months
Small businesses may be able to improve their pitch by, among other things, leveraging their unique cultures.
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Universe shifts, millennials now ask Gen Z for tech help
Gen Z exudes technology confidence, which may lead them to give first priority to employers that allow them to try new tech and take their suggestions.
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Lyft sexual assault suit alleges inadequate background checks, investigations
Employers that hire true independent contractors generally aren't liable for the negligent acts of contractors, an attorney told HR Dive, but there are excptions.
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Study: Women are widely underrepresented in STEM research institutions
Gender parity won't occur on its own, research has shown. Organizations will need to prioritize diversity and inclusion efforts to address this issue.
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Study: Men in same-sex couples lose out most on paid parental leave
The study highlights the unintended consequences of making assumptions about family structures and gender roles.
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Medical center fired whistleblower who was told to hire millennials, EEOC says
After the worker reported the alleged age bias to the center's officials, the EEOC said his job as supervisor of the IT help desk was eliminated in a reorganization.
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Talent leaders, job seekers don't see eye to eye on candidate experience
With positions to fill in a market short on talent, employers may need to give the hiring process a second look.
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'It's about choice': How Reddit's Katelin Holloway made benefits 'by the people, for the people'
A total transformation of its policies and offerings allowed the company to give employees highly individualized, creative and untraditional options.
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Amazon to fill 30K positions at 6 career day events across US
Some have called the company a leader in funding hourly employees' training and development.
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UPS plans to hire 100K temporary employees for peak season
The 100,000 figure is the same as last year, however, UPS is increasing the minimum wage it will offer to potentially compete for talent in a tight market.
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Hawaii blood bank fired workers who needed leave accommodation beyond FMLA, EEOC says
Addressing inflexible leave policies that discriminate against individuals with disabilities is one the EEOC's current strategic priorities.
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BLS: Job growth will be slower in the 2018-2028 decade
Healthcare positions are the most in-demand jobs and are among the fastest growing predicted for the time period.
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Deep DiveCould there be unintended consequences to putting off retirement?
Mandatory retirement policies are mostly illegal in the U.S., but their disappearance concerns some who worry about future generations.
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Club to pay $4.5M after exerting 'overwhelming control' over dancers it called independent
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors, whether deliberately or inadvertently, can be a costly mistake for employers.
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Walmart tests in-store nursing pods for workers and shoppers
In addition to the right amenities, an open and supportive environment is important to supporting new mothers.
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Case study: Southwest Airlines trains employees to disrupt human trafficking
At the end of the curriculum, the goal is for workers to be able to identify instances of the crime and take action if necessary.
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MIT researchers say improving skills not enough to face automation
Technology's impact may be unpredictable, but experts have been clear in stating that L&D professionals need to emphasize basic digital literacy efforts.
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Deep DiveHow to get employees to complain when it really matters
Sometimes employers want "tattletales," especially when it comes to reporting serious wrongdoing, such as theft, harassment or discrimination.
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Professor: Diversity policies fall short due to conflicting goals, lack of management
Organizations investing time, effort and resources into diversity and inclusion initiatives should be prepared to measure the outcomes of their strategies.
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IBM: Millions of workers need training, but less than half of employers have resources to do so
HR professionals may have no choice but to invest in training if they want to move their organizations forward.
