The 5 myths about building business culture

An expert says it's a major mistake for employers not to invest in creating a great culture, as it affects every part of the workplace.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 1, 2015

Will 'open source HR' help solve industry problems?

It could help share HR success strategies to employers of all sizes, according to the experts behind #HROS.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 30, 2015

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Top 5 stories from HR Dive

HR Dive’s top stories feature a number of evolving trends, including a shifting employment law landscape, AI questions and return-to-office challenges.

By HR Dive staff

Why employers need to consider the employee's sense of purpose

Aligning purpose with an employer's mission can be a powerful way to build engagement and productivity, according to the experts.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 30, 2015

HR leaders, like effective presidents, must be be expert compromisers

Successful HR leaders, like effective U.S. presidents, know how to play the middle and bring what appears to be conflicting sides together, according to a CHRO.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 30, 2015

Are 'jerks' hurting your workplace?

Dealing with 'jerks' in the workplace can be a daunting task, but HR leaders need to step up and help employees cope.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 25, 2015

Online shopping at work will rise this year, survey says

Employees surveyed say they are doing more holiday shopping at work this year, now that the recession is finally in the rearview mirror. 

By Tom Starner • Nov. 25, 2015

10 must-follow HR Twitter accounts (and chats)

Fill your timeline with HR analysis and news.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 25, 2015

4 ways to show meaningful employee appreciation

As the holiday season rolls around, it is a perfect time to take a second look at employee recognition programs.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 24, 2015

What companies can do to create a solid parental leave policy

Improved parental leave continues to trend. Harvard Business Review outlines four ways companies can make the most of it.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 24, 2015

'Do I get my healthcare premiums refunded?' and other employee misunderstandings

Some employees have their wires crossed when it comes to workplace policy and laws, report HR professionals.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 22, 2015

One-third of employees report high productivity for the holidays

But it's not all good news all around. For some, output wanes.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 20, 2015

Google reveals the 5 keys to help employees succeed

Google dug deep. After two years, the company believes it has found the holy grail of employee success.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 20, 2015

Starbucks tops list of 'happiest' retail employers for 2015

Starbucks once again ranks #1 on the "happy" employee scale, according to CareerBliss' 2015 ratings.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 19, 2015

How to keep performance high without workforce burnout

Workforce burnout is a serious issue, especially as more demands are placed on already high-performing workers.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 18, 2015

Is the tattoo taboo coming to an end?

Some workplaces are openly allowing tattoos — though acceptance certainly is not equal across all industries.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 17, 2015

Survey: Unprepared millennials in management roles could cause problems

Millennials are finding themselves managing older workers more and more these days -- but often without the right mentorship or leadership training.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 17, 2015

How financial wellness programs can lead to fewer taken sick days

Financial wellness can and should be part of your holistic wellness program, according to a number of surveys and experts.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 16, 2015

One way to build close-knit culture: Keep a pet fish alive

It may not seem like a serious workplace strategy, but one California-based tech company is using that concept to build collaboration and camaraderie at a new office.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 16, 2015

Work-life balance for women? It's a myth, says former executive

For working women who want to achieve "work-life balance" -- forget about it, said Dede Bartlett, a retired ExxonMobile and Philip Morris exec.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 13, 2015

How CFOs and HR can team up for stronger strategy

Business Insider reveals the 4 simple changes that HR and CFOs can make to create a more competitive company.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 13, 2015

Veteran hiring continues to rise, but vets feel underemployed

Employers may be actively recruiting vets, but are they using the unique skills veterans bring to the table?

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 12, 2015

Important workplace strategies to help prepare for cold & flu season

Two experts on healthy workplaces weigh in on ways employers can help keep sick days to a minimum, and employees and their families safer.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 12, 2015

What an employee engagement firm's rapid growth means for HR

A company that offers cloud-based employee engagement tools reports it has had a big year. 

By Tom Starner • Nov. 11, 2015

How Fortune decided the 50 best workplaces for diversity

Extensive surveys and questionnaires of how women and minorities were treated play a large part.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 10, 2015

How to have a holly jolly holiday party: A guide for HR

Our guide to a perfectly planned (and completely compliant) holiday party. Now with GIFs.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 5, 2015