5 Books every HR leader should read in 2019 - recommended by culture experts

Check out the list of top 5 books curated by our culture experts, most forward-thinking clients and CEOs who take culture seriously

Jan. 15, 2019

Employers should keep an eye on harassment prevention, leave mandates, Paychex says

The human capital management services provider also flagged the gig economy and state healthcare reform as regulatory topics to watch this year. 

By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 14, 2019

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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

Employee experience rarely exceeds expectations, study says

Employees said they are dissatisfied with compensation; 23% believe their rewards are below or well below those of other companies.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 14, 2019

Poll: Negative people make the worst co-workers

Negative attitudes can be contagious in the workplace and could drive valuable employees out the door.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 14, 2019

The real genius of transformational leadership

When it comes to leadership, insisting on a standard approach or adopting a laissez-faire one is unlikely to help an organization reach its peak.

Jan. 10, 2019

Report: Facebook has a lock-step, 'cult-like' work atmosphere

No matter how high their public rankings, employers who ignore their employees' well-being take a risk.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 9, 2019

Daring leadership is teachable, observable and measurable

Get a glimpse of Brené Brown’s principles of daring leadership from her newest book “Dare to Lead."

By Sarah Payne • Jan. 8, 2019

Job cuts rose by 29% from 2017 to 2018

Organizations prize agility, informing how many approach their talent strategies, a new report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 7, 2019

10 trends that will shape HR in 2019

Increased attention on topics traditionally considered the realm of HR made workplaces the place of convergence for some of the world's biggest storylines in 2018.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden , Katie Clarey • Jan. 7, 2019

Microsoft tops list of most 'just' employers

Top-rated companies also pay fewer environmental, safety and EEOC fines, according to JUST Capital.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 4, 2019

Introverted employees score lower on well-being than extroverted colleagues

Companies may be inadvertently overlooking the contributions of introverted workers, a new study suggested.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2019

Study: Millions lack basic breastfeeding protections

Many women have no right to break time, a private space and other accommodations, according to a new report.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 3, 2019

Half of US CFOs lack a succession plan

In an environment where executive departures and shifts have become more common, the lack of a backup plan could be risky.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 2, 2019

Our 10 best talent stories of 2018

2018 was an eventful year for talent professionals, who adapted new benefits, strove to meet the needs of a contingent workforce, and tackled a high quit rate head-on. 

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 26, 2018

'Gender punishment gap' flourishes in the finance industry

Women employed at financial firms were 20% more likely to be fired for misconduct, according to research from Harvard Business School.

By Morgan Fecto • Dec. 21, 2018

Our 10 best stories of 2018

As employers enter into 2019, they have much to reflect on, from compliance to employee well-being.

By Katie Clarey • Dec. 21, 2018

Is it time to take pointers from co-working's success?

As trendy, upscale co-working spaces spread to cities across the U.S., traditional companies are looking to mirror their hospitable vibe.

By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 20, 2018

Math, economics top the fastest-growing remote jobs

Out-of-office positions in recent FlexJobs listings include actuarial analysts, economics faculty members and data scientists.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2018

More US firms are using data analytics, opening up markets for vendors

Like most technological tools, data analytics is creating opportunities for businesses to grow and prosper financially.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2018

HR leaders torn between embracing technology or conducting business as usual

HR can take the lead in creating a culture that expects, readily accepts and supports digital change.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2018

Work-life balance? 'There's no such thing'

Work-life blend has blurred the boundaries of a 9-to-5 day, but to use it to their advantage, employers need to make it their own.

By Katie Clarey • Dec. 18, 2018

SHRM is latest org to offer people analytics credential

Such courses appear to serve as a barometer for what matters to organizations and the profession overall.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 18, 2018

Despite #MeToo, workplace sexual harassment persists

Of the estimated 5 million people who experience sexual harassment at work, 99.8% never file a complaint, a recent study shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 18, 2018

Executives report low confidence in crisis management plans

There are several factors for HR to consider when planning for crisis situations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 17, 2018

Performance appraisals are getting shorter and more frequent

Some say the annual review is on life support, but is it worth saving?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 14, 2018