The HR Dive Awards for 2017

The 2017 awards recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These executives, companies, trends and breakthroughs are transforming the industry and shaping the future.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Dec. 4, 2017

Innovator of the Year: Shiftgig

The gig economy is "the Wild West right now." But our innovator of the year saw an opportunity to connect workers with employers in need.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 4, 2017

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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

Executive of the Year: Katee Van Horn, GoDaddy

Hoping to drive innovation through diversity, GoDaddy has overhauled its personnel processes to ensure women and minorities can advance.

By Kate Tornone • Dec. 4, 2017

Meth use on the rise among US workers

Although the discussion on drug abuse in the workplace has rightfully been focused on the opioid epidemic, the rise in the use of methamphetamine and other drugs requires attention, too.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017

Report: Amazon workers collapsed on the job after 55-hour workweeks, high targets

A UK journalist went undercover to investigate the working conditions of a local Amazon warehouse.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017

Having the right personality could land job applicants a higher salary

But researchers in the Netherlands also rebuffed the idea that the "ideal candidate" exists for a given job.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017

Study: 70% of sexual harassers are under 40 and colleagues, not bosses

Importantly, the survey reveals that harassment may be present at all levels of an organization.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017

Successful financial wellness programs require behavioral changes, not just literacy

In contrast to employers' responses in the Aon Hewitt study, only 6% of workers “strongly agree” that their company is helping them manage their money more effectively.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017

Resource Actions: Avoid NSFW situations at your company holiday party

Many employers lean into the season's loss of productivity, rather than try to ignore it — and so, the annual holiday party persists.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Dec. 1, 2017

Are you hiring for the wrong locations?

A LinkedIn-EY report shows that many employers focus talent at headquarters or other hubs, causing them to miss out on opportunities for growth.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 30, 2017

As workers whip up gourmet meals, employers consider the value of office kitchens

Many office kitchens are little more than coffee niches with a fridge, coffeemaker and microwave oven. But as offices change, kitchens are getting a second look.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 30, 2017

McKinsey: Automation could take over one-third of U.S. jobs by 2030

The technology is also expected to bring many new jobs — possibly more than it kills — but the employees most likely to be displaced may not have the skills to fill the new positions.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 30, 2017

Frequent business travelers have an undue share of health problems

Employees who consistently travel show higher levels of insomnia, weight gain, viruses and other issues.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2017

The best places to work for parents offer generous paid leave, work-life balance

Fortune's latest list reveals the importance of a culture that values families of all types.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2017

Study: Online ratings accurately reflect employers' cultures

When it comes to managing poor reviews, the best defense is a good offense.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2017

6 updates to get your employee handbook ready for 2018

Handbooks may draw a few yawns from workers, but an outdated policy manual can leave companies vulnerable to miscommunication — and costly litigation.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Nov. 29, 2017

Workers' financial well-being plummets for the first time in years

Though the economy has improved, employees continue to struggle with money problems, according to a new Willis Towers Watson survey.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2017

Investigation launched after workers' FMLA request keeps claim alive

Adverse employment actions with timing close to leave requests can be evidence of interference, a federal district court ruling illustrates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

Every day is payday with app-based payroll service

Big names like McDonald's and Uber have opted for a voluntary app that allows employees to access their paycheck the day they work.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

Better left unsaid: Avoiding offensive comments in a connected workplace

Offensive or improper language can take many forms and can include derogatory references to a person’s gender, ethnicity, religion, political views or intellect, among other things.

By Jacqueline Breslin • Nov. 28, 2017

Genetic testing benefits gain traction, but only when the results remain private

Growing consumer curiosity regarding genetic cancer and pre-natal screenings could be generating interest in testing as an employment benefit, but employers can't forget about GINA.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

50 Essentia Health workers fired for refusing flu vaccine

The company's new policy requires all employees to get vaccinated to protect patients.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2017

EEOC publishes best practices for preventing, responding to sexual harassment

The agency's "promising practices" include making harassment training more effective by having senior leaders champion it.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2017

ICE announces plans to target food industry

As immigration enforcement visits ramp up, HR can take several steps to prepare.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2017

Health benefits remain a key engagement tool despite looming regulatory change

But affordability is still a sticking point, meaning many employers have had to make changes to their offerings.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 22, 2017