Just 25% of Americans hold their dream job, but only 12% yearn for the C-suite

Most respondents to a MidAmerica Nazarene University survey dream of working in entertainment, but men and women diverged on both salary and career priorities.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2018

Career development, meaningful work are key drivers of employee value proposition

Conveying value is more critical now than ever as talent scarcity and retention become more problematic, a Mercer study reveals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 12, 2018

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Uber to offer top drivers 100% paid college tuition

The program, Uber Pro, will also provide other offers and incentives, such as savings on gas and car maintenance. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 7, 2018

Gov't workers have most paid parental leave days on average, despite lack of federal policy

Men in government and public administration received on average 30 days of paid leave, compared to 40 days for women in the sector, according to a SimplyHired survey.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Workers without paid sick leave benefits have greater financial worries

Citing the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the researchers reported that 68% of Americans and only 31% of part-time workers can access paid sick days.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Employers worry about healthcare waste, but a majority aren't managing it

Companies that are proactively managing their healthcare spend see better results overall, but most have not seen success, according to a new study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Amazon splits HQ2 between NYC, Northern Virginia due to talent potential

Competitive pay, benefits and career opportunities will be even more important for other employers in the region.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Updated Nov. 13, 2018

IRS raises annual retirement plan contribution cap to $19K for 2019

Employees across generations aren't saving enough for retirement, let alone contributing as much as the tax code allows.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 5, 2018

Morgan Stanley hires first CMO to combat rising healthcare costs

The investment bank's new chief medical officer and head of human resources data and analytics will work to stem the tide of healthcare costs and improve employee wellness.

By Rebecca Pifer • Nov. 2, 2018

Healthcare cost increases down in 2019 but will still outpace inflation

Employer frustration with healthcare costs prompted many companies, especially larger ones, to find and adopt cost-containment strategies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2018

Remote work now available at 56% of the world's workplaces

Remote work is becoming more mainstream globally, but employers need remote work policies to help off-site employees succeed and avoid burnout.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2018

40% of workers admit coming to work with the flu

Employers can take a proactive approach to the flu, creating a culture that encourages vaccination.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2018

Back to Basics: A newbie's crash course on the FLSA

In this installment of Back to Basics, HR Dive lays out the basics of federal wage and hour law.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 29, 2018

US employers tweak total rewards strategies in tune with flexibility, well-being trends

Total rewards programs typically evolve over time, prompted by a changing workforce, labor market shifts and social and political pressures.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2018

Pay gaps for black jobseekers may be partly tied to salary negotiations

Employers trying to maintain a fair and inclusive work environment may be challenged by unconscious biases, especially when setting pay.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Oct. 26, 2018

ADP: US wages grew 3.5% year-over-year

Full employment is forcing employers to step up recruiting efforts and expand benefits, but isn't pushing up wages — yet.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 26, 2018

Back to Basics: An intro to employee benefits

In this installment of Back to Basics, HR Dive's senior editor Kate Tornone examines the basics of an area that has always daunted her — employee benefits.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 25, 2018

Two-thirds of Americans would sacrifice half their income to work a job they love

A new survey found fair pay, combined with a solid slate of benefits and positive candidate and employee experiences, helps companies stand out.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 25, 2018

Microsoft's new health plan is focused on a better patient experience

More employer-sponsored health plans are aiming for better treatment outcomes, service delivery and patient experience to improve employee health and cut costs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2018

Mercer: Paid parental leave is now a mainstream benefit

Paid leave has become a crucial benefit; employees need it and employers use it as a means of retaining workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2018

The opioid epidemic at work: 1 year later

We asked experts: What kinds of changes have employers made to their benefits and healthcare strategies to combat drug addiction, and what could they do better?

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 24, 2018

Sotheby's rolls out student loan repayment benefit

As companies help employees to decrease their student debt, they could also increase engagement and retention.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2018

5 ways to make benefits enrollment easier and less confusing

Do not bombard your employees with information as open enrollment approaches, writes Brenda J. Mullins, vice president of human resources and chief people officer at Aflac.

By Brenda J. Mullins • Oct. 23, 2018

Most employees would pay to keep their salary secret

Employees generally say they want employers to be more transparent about pay — but only if any information released is anonymous.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Oct. 22, 2018

47% of pregnant workers have considered quitting for a more breastfeeding-friendly job

Almost two-thirds of respondents to a recent survey said that a stigma surrounds breastfeeding in the workplace.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 22, 2018