Report: Retirees adopting gig economy work

According to a CBS News report, 40% of workers between the ages of 53-64 are freelancing.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 6, 2017

Microsoft wades further into employer productivity data with Workplace Analytics

The announcement once again shows that HR leaders who aren't using people analytics could be behind the times.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 6, 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

Giving new moms a break: Employers slow to accommodate nursing mothers

Employers have been legally required to accommodate nursing mothers for several years, but many women still face barriers in returning to work if they wish to breastfeed their newborns.

By Riia O’Donnell • July 5, 2017

Where to start with automation tools in HR

The call for on-demand services is growing louder, and HR isn't exempt from this trend. Luckily, automation tools can help.

By Steve Stover • July 5, 2017

Coworkers can give vital feedback on soft skills in reference checks

References from managers can give insight on technical skill, but references from coworkers can give a broad picture of temperament.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 5, 2017

Employees in need of CPR/AED training, American Heart Association says

According to an AHA survey, half of respondents couldn't locate an automated external defibrillator (AED) in the workplace.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 5, 2017

Poll: Women and men uneasy being alone together for business meetings

About two-thirds of the respondents think they should be extra cautious about being around members of the opposite sex at work, which is especially problematic for women.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 5, 2017

The odd couple: In an unlikely acquisition, focus on merging cultures

Amazon dominated the news cycle when it bought Whole Foods, and the acquisition raised a big question: How do you go about combining two workforces?

By Kathryn Moody • June 30, 2017

Panda Express to pay $400,000 to settle immigration discrimination case

The company required re-upping of documents every time permanent resident cards expired, which the DOJ found discriminatory.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 30, 2017

UPS freezes pensions for 70,000 nonunion employees

The company cites funding volatility and longer life spans as ​reasons for replacing its traditional pension plan with a 401k. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 30, 2017

NLRB seats finally filled with Trump nominations in place

Now that all the positions are largely in place, the NLRB could begin its return to more pro-business policies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 29, 2017

WCRI: Prescribed opioid use down in most states studied, but up in others

Employers cite workers' comp costs as among their biggest expenses. Opioid use and possible addiction among WC claimants could spike treatment costs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 29, 2017

Microsoft grants caregivers 4 weeks of paid leave

Caregiving often forces employees to reduce their hours, take leave or quit.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 29, 2017

Women who refuse to disclose salary history more likely to be paid less

Surprisingly, only 23% of employees refused to give their salary history information when asked, a PayScale survey shows.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 29, 2017

Report: Many employers unprepared for 2018 open enrollment

An Employee Benefits Adviser (EBA) study reported an all-time high number of red flags.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 28, 2017

Cultures clash in the aftermath of Walmart's e-commerce acquisitions

Jet employees are grappling with culture changes that include prohibitions on drinking and even cursing.

By Daphne Howland • June 28, 2017

In the midst of healthcare uncertainty, employers must view benefits broadly

No need to wait on the new Congressional health plan — employers can offer a breadth of benefits now to keep employees engaged and healthy.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 27, 2017

New study claims large minimum wage increases hurt poorest Americans

The new research, which is not yet peer-reviewed, contradicts previous theories that minimum wage increases are beneficial for workers and reveals complexities in the economic impact of wages.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 27, 2017

Industry group asks DOL to allow digital benefits disclosures

At employers' urging, DOL may enter the digital age.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 27, 2017

Your brand, your employees and their social media

Employees that post questionable content, even when it isn't work related, can reflect poorly on the business.

By Riia O'Donnell • June 27, 2017

Most future jobs will require 'emotional labour' not tech skills

Rapid automation of day-to-day tasks will create a high demand for those with emotional intelligence and soft skills.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 27, 2017

Remote workers can escape the office, but not burnout

Those who work away from the office, particularly billable workers, describe their heavy workloads as "normal." HR pros should know better.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2017

Some private sector employers considering benefits for independent workers

Wage protections and benefits for contract workers are on lawmakers' agenda, too, but are not yet a high priority.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2017

Millennials are paying more attention to insurance brands

The results from the Harris Poll may point to why voluntary benefits packages are seeing growth among younger workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2017

Report: Truck drivers, healthcare workers' jobs safe from robot takeover for now

Although many companies are ordering driverless trucks, that technology is a ways off. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2017