Talent
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A talent gap persists in tech, even as headcount plans grow
The gap may hinder business growth in some areas in the coming decade.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 18, 2019
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62% of workers would relocate for a new job, survey finds
Relocation assistance could be the perk that helps employers attract top, faraway talent.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2019
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Soft skills top employer wish lists, despite automation's rise
Critical thinking, communication, creativity and other soft skills are in demand but not always easy to find.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2019
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Deep DiveFor Generation Z, the value of a construction career is a no-brainer
Trades training is an attractive alternative to student loans for frugal Gen Zers, who seek financial success and entrepreneurial opportunities at a young age.
By Kathleen Brown • Jan. 17, 2019
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DHL Supply Chain hopes new career site, automation can improve hire rates
Employers can better attract and retain talent by simplifying and speeding up the hiring process.
By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2019
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Miami tops 2019 list of happiest US cities for workers
In addition to location, worker happiness also is determined by meaningful work, employer branding and autonomy.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 17, 2019
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Another tough flu season could cost businesses $17B
Employers can encourage employees and their families to get vaccinated, but mandatory vaccinations for workers can be risky, legally speaking.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 17, 2019
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ColumnThe talent textbook: How to start sourcing
It takes a blend of approaches — and tenacity — to find the right hire.
By Morgan Fecto • Jan. 17, 2019
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With the government shutdown still underway, affected workers turn to gig jobs
A report noted that more people are being swept up in what it calls "changing, and often deteriorating, workforce dynamics."
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019
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Few global C-suite leaders talk about disability
Businesses overlook the value of workers with disabilities, which is akin to dismissing a market the size of Indonesia, Brazil and Pakistan combined, research found.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019
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More than half of employees have experienced job burnout, report finds
HR leaders can ease the effects of burnout by helping workers achieve a sustainable work-life balance.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 16, 2019
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Global companies that overlook inclusion face hiring, retention challenges
A new study also revealed that a company's equitable resolution of issues greatly affects turnover.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019
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Steady US job growth could end in 2019
HR can't expect recruiting challenges to ease up even as experts project a dip in unemployment and a slowdown in economic growth, a PwC report says.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 15, 2019
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SMBs' reliance on freelancers surpasses employee hiring
The skills shortage is driving increased hiring of independent contractors, with recruiters looking beyond the usual places for talent.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 15, 2019
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HR's top challenge for 2019? Finding high-quality talent
Seeking good candidates has always been challenging, but record-low unemployment has raised the hurdle, an XpertHR survey shows.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 14, 2019
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Employee experience rarely exceeds expectations, study says
Employees said they are dissatisfied with compensation; 23% believe their rewards are below or well below those of other companies.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 14, 2019
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Deep DiveWhy more employers may be checking in with talent 'every day'
Not so long ago, the concept of checking in constantly would have put fear in an HR manager's eyes. Times have changed.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 14, 2019
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Survey: Half of DC-area workers would jump ship for Amazon
Competition from high-profile companies means employers must work harder to keep talent.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 14, 2019
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Government shutdown throws a wrench into restaurant hiring
The fast-food industry has been hit hard by the labor shortage in an employee-driven job market, and the shutdown has only exacerbated these issues.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2019
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Are strikes making a comeback?
Although the recent Supreme Court ruling in Janus put unions on notice, employees in many industries are walking out to fight for better conditions.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 11, 2019
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Survey: 14% of workers found their job via social media
Job boards account for most of the searches people conduct online, but recruiters can find some job seekers where they prefer to be — social media.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2019
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38% of tech workers hurt by H-1B premium processing changes, Blind survey says
In recent years, tweaks to policy and rule changes have made it more difficult to file petitions or respond to requests for evidence.
By Naomi Eide • Jan. 10, 2019
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Report: Employee experience will drive business success in 2019
Today's workers want more than just a paycheck, and employers will need to adjust to the mindset shift.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2019
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Lowe's to hire 50K contingent workers for springtime rush
Sourcing workers in the tight labor market, however, could prove challenging.
By Morgan Fecto • Jan. 10, 2019
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AI increasingly moving into recruiting tech, KPMG says
Now that employees aren't guaranteed for life, talent pros have turned to tech to improve work quality for however long someone may work for the company.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 10, 2019