Warren-backed bill would expand FMLA, pay protections for part-time employees

The announcement, which comes at the height of the holiday shopping season, would address several issues of particular concern to seasonal workers.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 4, 2019

Clutch: WeWork debacle creates opportunity for local coworking spaces

Coworking may provide businesses and workers a level of flexibility they find appealing.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 4, 2019

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Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

Healthcare costs are climbing and employee needs are changing. How can HR professionals adapt?

By HR Dive staff

3 ways to rethink your financial wellness strategy

When you tell someone how to slice their pie, it's usually well-intentioned. Unfortunately, it doesn't work very well, Bob Armour, CMO of Jellyvision, writes.

By Bob Armour • Dec. 3, 2019

Workers anticipate raises, promotions in 2020

Employees — particularly hourly workers — show great interest in career development opportunities, too.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 3, 2019

Don't just add 'other': How to make employment forms inclusive

Many companies have inadvertent gaps in their D&I efforts — particularly when it comes to gender non-conforming applicants and employees.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 27, 2019

Qualtrics takes on the skills gap and recruiting with STEM day care

The offering is part of a larger expansion that will see the worksite double in size and add 1,000 tech jobs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 26, 2019

'Like a bad breakup': HR vendors are dumping cannabis clients

Two cannabis industry employers told HR Dive they suddenly were dropped by HR services vendors. Those familiar with the industry say it happens a lot.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 25, 2019

EEOC witnesses call for 'balance' amid pay data uncertainty

Testimonies conflicted at a hearing Wednesday, leading to mixed conclusions as to how the agency should proceed in enforcing pay equity.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 21, 2019

Candidates, managers need HR to accurately price skills

"It's not enough to simply pay according to a location because pay can vary by specific jobs or industries," according to PayScale.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2019

Education benefits saw biggest boost in usage rates

This news may not surprise employers; workers are keen on improving their skills profile, especially as automation looms. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Nov. 14, 2019

Mercer: US employers hone in on healthcare affordability

Healthcare cost perplexes many businesses and even motivates some to try and change the broader landscape of healthcare in the U.S.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 13, 2019

Open enrollment is here. What plans are workers choosing?

Both employers and employees are worried about the cost of benefits, recent research shows.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 12, 2019

Study: Injured retail workers are out an average 24 days

Want to reduce risk in the workplace? Turn to training, experts have suggested.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 12, 2019

Employers must 'go the extra mile' and negotiate more than salary, Robert Half says

Workers may be hesitant to negotiate, but recent data suggests more relaxed attitudes toward salary negotiations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 11, 2019

Study: Work-life balance is the most important part of a successful culture

Some experts say work-life balance is unrealistic, however, and that employers should work toward "synergy" instead.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 8, 2019

Chipotle expands benefits to focus on mental well-being

The chain's employees and family members now have access to personalized assistance from healthcare experts and financial counseling.

By Alicia Kelso • Nov. 7, 2019

IRS ups 401(k) contribution limit to $19.5K for 2020

The typical American employee has no retirement savings, leaving employers with stressed workers and a blocked promotion pipeline.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 6, 2019

Goldman Sachs bumps up paid parental leave to 20 weeks

The policy change comes as other employers face discrimination claims over leave length.

By Dan Ennis , Liza Casabona • Nov. 6, 2019

Study: Half of workers are honked off about their long commutes

Workers' dislike for long commutes is so strong, they're willing to pass up a job with higher pay if it's farther away, according to previous research.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2019

In 'welcome news' for employers, DOL proposes fluctuating workweek update

The proposed rule, announced Monday, is just one of several Trump administration regulatory wage-and-hour priorities.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 5, 2019

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian rallies dads, lawmakers for paid family leave

An ideal law would afford parents six months of fully compensated leave, founder and executive director of Paid Leave for the United States Katie Bethell told HR Dive in an interview.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 29, 2019

As AI infiltrates work, employers pay a premium for soft skills

The tech is automating tasks like scheduling, while jobs such as hairstyling and graphic design have seen wage increases in recent years.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Oct. 29, 2019

Flexible work options could boost US economy by more than $2T annually

Flexible work has become the norm in some industries, but the concept could also help employers reach unemployed or "economically inactive" candidates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2019

Inclusion for trans, nonbinary workers won't come from mere 'core values'

A study from WFD Consulting noted that Gen Z is entering the workforce with a more inclusive perspective of gender identity, and employers need to be prepared.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kathryn Moody • Oct. 28, 2019

ADP: As wage growth slows, economic downturn looms

Regardless of a potential recession's arrival date, HR leaders can take several steps to prepare. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 28, 2019