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PepsiCo expands returnship program after successful first year
Returnships have emerged as one way to bring caregivers — especially women who take time off to care for children — back into the workforce.
By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 17, 2023 -
Employees want change — and feedback may be part of that
“With the world constantly changing and largely digitalized, people have come to expect immediacy,” ADP said in a statement.
By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 10, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
jacoblund via Getty ImagesTrendlineThe comprehensive list of HR trends to watch in 2023
Pay transparency, employee privacy, compassionate leadership and political biases are among this year’s hot debates, according to labor experts.
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Mentoring may be on the rise, ATD says
ATD’s research arm found that of respondents who didn’t have mentorship programs in 2022, about half are laying the groundwork for them shortly.
By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 5, 2023 -
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2023 tech job market looks bleak for young grads, but HR can help
What does the future of work look like for recent college graduates in STEM?
By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 4, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Could the ‘comprehensive learner record’ solve a hiring headache?
The initiative is intended to make up for the shortcomings of the academic transcript, but it faces tough competition.
By Chris Gaetano • Jan. 3, 2023 -
Learning spending rose slightly in 2021, ATD says
Notably, instructor-led classroom learning made a comeback from 2020 levels, according to the association’s report.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 20, 2022 -
University of Texas, Google team up on career training for students
As companies look to find workers with the skills needed for their industries, many are working with universities to train students and connect them to jobs.
By Ginger Christ • Dec. 14, 2022 -
Employers need to collaborate more closely with educators, research says
While employers complain they can’t find the right talent, students come out of the community college system unable to find employment.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 13, 2022 -
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to offer HR apprenticeships
The new apprenticeship aims to teach students the tech skills needed for HR positions.
By Ginger Christ • Dec. 13, 2022 -
Hilton’s CHRO on how purpose drives the company’s HR strategy
The company’s leaders see its mission as “holy,” Hilton’s executive VP and CHRO said at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Talent Forward summit.
By Emilie Shumway • Dec. 9, 2022 -
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To get C-suite buy-in, HR needs to think small
By collecting employee experience data targeted to smaller, localized issues, HR pros can better identify what workers need, one expert told HR Dive.
By Laurel Kalser • Dec. 9, 2022 -
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CDO, board diversity can improve company profitability, study says
And HR plays a key part in each.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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How to create a culture of feedback
HR experts offer tips on creating a culture of feedback, and unpack managers’ limiting beliefs around performance reviews.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 6, 2022 -
Formal coaching programs gain traction as employers work to fill manager pipelines
Such programs also can improve employee job satisfaction, employers said in an Association for Talent Development survey.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 1, 2022 -
Why one former recruiter is urging HR to consider boot camp grad hires
Max Nash shared his experience in such a program — and why some companies may be slow to catch on to this source of talent.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 29, 2022 -
AWS gamifies industry cloud training
The hyperscaler unveiled a new version of its Cloud Quest video game, tailored for financial services.
By Matt Ashare • Nov. 28, 2022 -
Zovio sells last remaining business, Fullstack Academy, to boot camp provider
Fullstack will now be owned by Simplilearn, but it will keep its branding, leadership and employees.
By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 28, 2022 -
New world of work, recession drive worker training priorities
L&D — especially when it enables internal mobility — can be a boon for retention in an uncertain economic environment.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 22, 2022 -
SHRM: Lack of advancement ranks just behind comp as turnover cause
There are a few options employers can use to increase training opportunities without spending more money, SHRM said.
By Ryan Golden • Nov. 21, 2022 -
McDonald’s to launch cybersecurity apprenticeship program
The restaurant chain's initiative is among nearly 200 registered apprenticeships programs approved or under development as part of the White House's Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Nov. 16, 2022 -
Young adults with degrees say they need more real-world training
Still, employers have said they view degrees as the less risky option — even while acknowledging they can be a poor indicator of an applicant’s skills.
By Kate Tornone • Nov. 16, 2022 -
HR pros say they see cost savings, retention benefits from L&D
Training opportunities can drive internal mobility — a factor HR pros may need to prioritize in today’s talent market.
By Kate Tornone • Nov. 15, 2022 -
Sponsored by Capella University
HR leaders: Work with Higher Ed to provide employees with robust college-level training while pursuing better employee retention
Education and gaining new skills are lifelong endeavors, employers should consider preparing employees to succeed.
By Dick Senese, President of Capella University • Nov. 14, 2022 -
Coursera announces layoffs as revenue growth slows
CEO Jeff Maggioncalda said Coursera is “entering a different chapter now” amid cooling enthusiasm for ed tech companies.
By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 10, 2022 -
Feds eye employee training repayment agreements
Lawmakers and regulators are pushing back against employers that aim to recoup training costs from workers.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 10, 2022