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Amazon's 'no-lose' fellowship program helps women lawyers stay in the field
Women who decide to leave the workforce to raise children, care for family members or recuperate from illnesses often have trouble re-entering the workforce.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2017 -
H-2B visa cuts could close down seasonal businesses
A shortage of H-2B visas for returning workers could lead to U.S. business closures and create challenges for local economies.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 23, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineA 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.
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A majority of employees would exercise at work if their employer had a gym
People ages 18 to 29 (42.3%) would like in-office exercising more than any other age group, pointing to millennial and Gen Z interest in wellness programs.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 23, 2017 -
Telecommuting grew by 115% in 10-year span, another study says
Although most employees would likely benefit from the flexibility telecommuting offers, higher-paid workers appear to receive the benefit more often.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 23, 2017 -
WTW: Less than half of US workers have confidence in senior leadership
Employees rank direct managers higher than senior leaders, but the perceived leadership gap could undermine employee engagement.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 23, 2017 -
Zenefits to pay $3.4M for misclassifying account execs and salespeople
The firm was found to have major problems with its business model early last year thanks to a lack of compliance oversight at the company.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 22, 2017 -
Apple CEO tells Trump his immigration policy is troubling tech employees
Tim Cook brought up DACA, but the tech industry has been particularly worried about the H-1B visa program changes, too.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 22, 2017 -
Unemployment for workers with a disability remains at 10.5%
According to BLS data, unemployment rates in 2016 were higher for persons with a disability than general unemployment stats show. HR departments have work to do to attract more diverse candidates and create a more inclusive workplace.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Technology may offer the solution to personality clashes at work
Can traditional workplace tools that assess personality types compete with software advances based on neural pathways?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 22, 2017 -
Drivers' strike in California raises questions of modern slavery
The Port of Los Angeles is seeing its fifteenth driver strike in four years as workers protest their status as contractors and forced debt.
By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • June 22, 2017 -
US and Canadian workers view vacation very differently, survey shows
While on vacation 68% of Canadian workers say they won't work, but 23% of U.S. employees say they will work for 30 minutes a day and nearly half monitor emails.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 22, 2017 -
Opinion
Dealing with requests for confidentiality during internal investigations
During an internal investigation into complaints by or about employees, confidentiality issues are often unavoidable. The investigator should be prepared to handle them.
By William R. Horwitz • June 21, 2017 -
Researchers: Workplace bullying impact reaches beyond the victims
It has an insidious affect on the workplace by drawing in bystanders as witnesses and perpetuating a negative work environment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017 -
Uber CEO Kalanick officially resigns
The decision was pushed by shareholders, who saw stepping down as 'not enough.' But now Uber faces a massive leadership gap and questions over its business model.
By Kathryn Moody • June 21, 2017 -
Study: Employers aware of cybersecurity threats but not proactive enough
Employers are focused on the cyber threats they know best, mainly viruses and malware, and continue using dated tactics when there are more threats to fight.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017 -
Despite new technologies, 95% of companies still use email as main communication tool
Although mail clutters up in-boxes and can be a major workplace distraction, it's often viewed as more business-appropriate than chat apps or social media.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017 -
Paychex: Only 13% of SMB HR departments seen as 'primarily administrative'
The survey is good news for HR leaders aiming to be seen as a strategic partner, especially during periods of growth. Technology has played a large role.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017 -
Revised HRCI exam for HR professionals focuses on analytics, global leadership
The changes reflect the ongoing transformation occurring within HR departments, which are becoming more important to business strategy than ever before.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017 -
Study: 63% of employees say they would turn down jobs without PTO
Generous PTO policies may be an overlooked recruiting tool for employers, despite employees not using all the time they are offered.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017 -
HSA changes in GOP health plan could mean incentives for employers
As more employers offer them, the government seems to want to improve access in turn.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Is pervasive ageism employers' next discrimination challenge?
Ageism in the workplace could be holding both employers and employees back as companies struggle to find the talent they need.
By Ryan Golden • June 19, 2017 -
Employers say they'd keep popular ACA benefits if law is repealed
A change in benefits is often perceived by employees as a loss. To avoid that outcome, employers may keep to the status quo.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017 -
After Amazon buys Whole Foods, will automation sweep grocery?
The acquisition could bring the automation concerns that have plagued the industry to the forefront. But recruiters will still be hunting for customer service talent.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017 -
Mobile functionality may be the key to making company intranets more appealing
Intranets don't have to be icky, says French app maker Workwell. But will they have to battle newcomers, like workplace chat apps, for future dominance?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017 -
Up to 30% of vacationers stay connected to the office, and that's a problem
Notably, 43% of American workers said they don’t take a vacation because they can’t afford it, meaning burnout is a real risk.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 16, 2017
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