3.7M have joined the freelancer workforce in the last 5 years

Freelancers may help fill in talent gaps, but HR will want to think carefully about how they relate to the traditional workforce and an organization at large.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 5, 2018

Unemployment hovers at 3.7%, but is a slowdown coming?

Job growth is usually a sign of a strong economy, but if the unemployment rate continues to slide, employers could find trouble.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 5, 2018

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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.

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3 Reasons I love Kat Cole (and can't wait to see her at WorkHuman 2019)

Lessons from Kat Cole, leader of a multibillion-dollar company, and why she’ll be at WorkHuman.  

By Sarah Payne • Nov. 5, 2018

One-third of workers report feeling a sense of 'belonging' in the workplace

Companies pushing for more diversity and better inclusion within their workplaces need to have a handle on their metrics to understand if their efforts are working.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 2, 2018

#GoogleWalkout: How the 5 demands reflect wider employment struggles

While Google may be the target of discontent at the moment, the protestors' list of demands touches upon several important legal and ethical debates that could affect any HR department.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Nov. 2, 2018

Employees could be making a bad boss worse, new study shows

When employees adhere to strong ethics, bosses tend to shape up their behavior, too.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2018

Intel says it met 'full representation' in its diversity goals, but what does that mean?

Intel's announcement points to a wider industry struggle — that most talent pipelines may not be currently built to encourage the growth of minorities in tech.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2018

Google workers plan walkout over company's handling of sexual harassment

The employer's recent troubles hit on a third rail of employee management today: whether companies should take a stand on public issues.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 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

Unplanned absences cost retailers 1 hour for every 10 hours of labor budgeted

Technology can help employers reduce unplanned absences, and new solutions abound.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2018

5 ways to improve inclusivity for people with disabilities

Leaders from Bank of America, Ernst & Young, Starbucks and Walgreens share their best practices.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 30, 2018

Disrespectful bosses drive top employees away

If poorly equipped managers are driving down retention rates, HR must come in with training programs to save the day, a new survey by Yoh shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2018

The typical 'digital nomad' is a Gen X woman, study shows

As more employers look to contingent workers to close the skills gap, they need to know who digital nomads are and how to work with them.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2018

Most Americans believe sexual assault is widespread, putting pressure on HR

HR leaders don't need to wait for social forces to address sexual misconduct. Experts say to investigate complaints, conduct training and enforce policies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2018

Resource Actions: The benefits of time off to vote

HR can't do much about the heated nature of today's political landscape. But it can encourage a culture of decency and engagement without going too far into the weeds.

By Kathryn Moody , Katie Clarey • Oct. 26, 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

Only one woman in your workplace? She might not stay

Having only one woman in workplace situations has consequences that can undo employers' best efforts in recruiting, hiring and advancing women, a new Lean In study reveals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2018

As midterms approach, workers tell of 'heated' political arguments in the office

Political discussions at work look similar to today's political climate, Randstad US said, but employers have a part to play in keeping things civil.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2018

A majority of US workers show up to work tired

On-the-job fatigue may disrupt other areas in an employee's life, including sleep patterns. If that's the case, one expert suggests employers address it.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2018

DOL rolls out compliance tools for new and small businesses

The efforts align with the Trump administration's "compliance assistance" approach. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2018

Study: Directors say culture problems start with leadership

To fix culture-related issues, most employers said they enhanced employee training and development programs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2018

Few employers have a culture that supports cybersecurity

While cybersecurity may seem like an issue for IT, a modern company requires HR and IT to work together to protect the company, a new study shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 19, 2018

How to hire for diversity while avoiding 'reverse' discrimination claims

A diverse slate of candidates can help, but how should HR go about achieving this?

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 18, 2018

Neither employees nor managers know what work is being done

A lack of communication and transparency will remain problems for the workplace unless employers step in with a fix, a new study claims.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 18, 2018