2018 Winter Olympics to cost employers $1.7B in lost productivity

One workplace expert argues the pros outweigh the cons, however; a shared interest can bond co-workers, promote diversity and even serve as brainstorm material.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2018

AI startup aims to help victims of workplace sexual harassment, discrimination

Spot can record someone's memory in a messaging-type chat, and time stamp it for use as evidence in a legal proceeding, if necessary.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2018

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A deep dive into the future of work

With shifting employee expecations and the sudden ubiquity of AI, uncertainity is the only certainty in the future of work, workforce experts say. But there are steps HR can take to cope.

By HR Dive staff

Over half of workers say their workplace is prepped for non-fire emergencies

Only 8% of millennials said they would report a situation in which a coworker's safety or their own was in question.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2018

5 things you must include in your sexual harassment prevention plan

From policies to reporting procedures, ​Jeffrey S. Ettenger, Esq., a partner at Schwartz Ettenger PLLC, outlines the basic tenents of a sexual harassment prevention plan.

By Jeffrey S. Ettenger, Esq. • Feb. 6, 2018

How to avoid miscommunication mishaps now that 5 generations work together

Depending on the definitions, between four and five generations are co-workers for the first time in history — creating both communication and legal challenges.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 5, 2018

Whole Foods employees say new 'scorecard' system is crushing morale

The new inventory management system is so stressful, workers told Business Insider, that they're having nightmares about it.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 2, 2018

'National Plan for Vacation Day' aims to cut down on 662M unused vacation days

Event organizer Project: Time Off previously found that 40% of workers don't take time off to which they're entitled.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2018

7 creative ways small businesses can encourage employee innovation

CareerBuilder's Pete Jansons offers concrete steps employers can take to boost innovation, like giving a "risk-taker of the week" award.

By ​Pete Jansons • Jan. 30, 2018

With the worst flu season in 10 years, employers stand to lose $9B

Some employers enforce mandatory flu shot policies, but they can be risky; more cautious approaches include education efforts and remote-work arrangements.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 30, 2018

An employer's compliance guide to pregnancy accommodation

As with most compliance challenges, HR must strike a careful balance between an employee's needs and the needs of the company.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 29, 2018

Congressional Black Caucus pushes tech industry to move the dial on diversity

A lobbying group representing Google, Amazon and Facebook say those companies are launching a campaign to hire more women and people of color.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 29, 2018

Want Super Bowl Monday off? You're not alone

With a third of employees admitting they've played hooky the day after a major national event like the Super Bowl, most HR managers say it should be a paid holiday.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2018

Why it's not enough to hire for diversity

The vast majority of recruiters say diversity is a top priority in 2018, but your new hires won't stick around if they don't feel welcome.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 25, 2018

When ICE requests worksite access, CA employers must now demand a warrant

The new law could confuse California employers, who may think they have to comply with all requests from federal agents to remain above board.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 25, 2018

HR is taking a more human-centered approach in 2018

HR leaders say they're humanizing the workplace, in part by celebrating employees' life events, according to an annual SHRM/Globoforce survey.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 25, 2018

Uber hires its first chief diversity officer

Bo Young Lee will take on the position, which was created at the recommendation of former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2018

ADP acquires WorkMarket, extending pay services to contingent workers

The legacy payroll company is setting itself up to be a key player in the growing gig economy, especially as HR's relationship with gig workers expands.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2018

'Reskilling crisis' emerging as 1.4M US jobs face technology disruption

Only 2% of workers could transition to new jobs if immediately called on to take another job that matched their skill set, according to a World Economic Forum report.

By Naomi Eide • Jan. 23, 2018

6 office improvements to promote employee mental health in 2018

From more natural light to dedicated entertainment rooms, employers will be focused on providing amenities that boost mental wellness this year.

By Matt Ferstler • Jan. 19, 2018

Your employees are leaving because they're bored

One-third of professionals in a Korn Ferry study say they're on the market again because they want a new challenge — not because of their salary.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2018

The best tech workplaces noted for inclusivity, respect for individuality

Absent from the list are some of the biggest names in the industry — Microsoft, Google, Facebook, Apple and Amazon, among others.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2018

76% of HR leaders say their onboarding processes go underutilized

Respondents to a Kronos study were more likely to focus on administrative details, like new hire paperwork, than strategic development and training.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2018

NC State researchers find causal link between diversity and innovation

A diverse workforce can better develop innovative products and services, according to their study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

Office food is the biggest obstacle to wellness, employees say

Business travel and the office vending machine also pose a problem for employee health goals, a Robert Half survey shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

To be successful in 2018, HR needs support from corporate leadership

All too often, the view has been that HR doesn’t add to the bottom line, and therefore it doesn’t warrant the investment. That can no longer be true in 2018, writes David W. Garland of Epstein Becker Green.

By David W. Garland • Jan. 12, 2018