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Employers struggling with absence, disability management
Only 1 in 4 HR professionals report having successful absence and disability management programs, according to new research.
By Jennifer Carsen • March 18, 2019 -
Randstad: Nearly half of global employers use real-time feedback
Does real-time feedback encourage open, honest discussions about performance or just make the parties uncomfortable?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 18, 2019 -
Q&ABox's chief people officer discusses HR's role in a tech-driven workplace
How can HR advocate for tech innovation at work? If you ask Christy Lake, encouraging teamwork and risk-taking can simplify things.
By Riia O'Donnell • March 18, 2019 -
Survey: Hiring across most industries expected to continue through Q2
In the first quarter of 2019, a ManpowerGroup survey put hiring intentions at a 12-year high, and its hiring projections for Q2 appear to be equally positive.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 18, 2019 -
Shake Shack pilots four-day work week to improve retention
Restaurants are turning to incentive programs, educational courses and other tools to hang on to their employees during a growing labor shortage.
By Julie Littman • March 15, 2019 -
40% of tech workers in poll faced retaliation from HR
A company that resolves to improve diversity and inclusion must also ensure employees can bring forth concerns without fear of reprisal.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019 -
Finding the right talent is 2019's top pain point for CEOs
Four of the CEOs' five biggest challenges relate to talent optimization, a Predictive Index report revealed.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019 -
Report: Women are assaulted on the job at more than twice the rate of men
Women disproportionately face other work-related injuries and illnesses, too, such as accidental injuries caused by another person.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019 -
Women undersell themselves on resumes, report finds
Women fail to promote soft skills like time-management and leadership, according to job search engine Adzuna.
By Riia O'Donnell • March 14, 2019 -
Grads are getting fewer job offers, but they're still selective
"Graduates in 2018 thought they could do better given how hot the market was for the previous class," researchers said in the report.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019 -
Managers rule out a third of candidates after reference checks
A survey shows reference checks aren't outdated hiring protocols; they still provide managers with vital information on candidates.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019 -
Harvard Business Publishing taps Degreed for learning platform
L&D partnerships have reinforced of late that employers' approaches to upskilling need to be learner-centric to be successful.
By Morgan Fecto • March 14, 2019 -
Managers say robots beat out humans for high-quality work
A recent study revealed that 65% of managers would keep the same level of automation they've attained, even if cost-saving effects didn't transpire.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019 -
Employees aren't engaged — but aren't leaving either
Employee engagement platform provider Achievers called this phenomenon a "major workplace complacency conundrum."
By Riia O'Donnell • March 14, 2019 -
Gen Z expects coaching from bosses, early promotions
Though some expect a six-figure salary at the peak of their career, few Gen Zers believe they'll be able to pay off student loans, a survey found.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019 -
Study: CEO support is key to closing the gender gap
Without senior management buy-in, change that would bring equal opportunity for female workers is less sustainable.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019 -
Ban-the-box rules help the formerly incarcerated find jobs, study shows
The research showed banning the box increased employment in high-crime U.S. neighborhoods by up to 4%.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019 -
ColumnThe talent textbook: How to ace the exit interview
The exit interview may not be the stuff of high drama, but it is absolutely critical for talent professionals investigating attrition and trying to improve retention.
By Morgan Fecto • March 13, 2019 -
The workplace's open secret: flawed managers
Respondents to a recent survey said managers are overwhelmed and biased, but many are aware of their shortcomings and asking employers for training.
By Riia O'Donnell • March 13, 2019 -
Detroit welcomes $30M skilled trades training center
The program could come at a critical time for Michigan businesses, which require 15,000 workers to fill openings in skilled trade industries each year.
By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • March 12, 2019 -
Career site Fairygodboss raises $10M to offer services geared toward women
Women-oriented career companies are growing, as are job review sites — and Fairygodboss represents both.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019 -
US small businesses plan 2019 hiring spree with eye to 'customer growth' roles
Positions in areas like sales and marketing, customer service and IT dominate a recent hiring plan survey of small businesses by Clutch.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019 -
McDonald's bets on 'augmented writing' to curb bias in job descriptions
The tech also is expected to help hiring managers and recruiters write job postings that reflect the chain's brand voice.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019 -
February job growth stagnates, unemployment falls to 3.8%
While month-by-month job reports are snapshots in time, February's low jobs gain may be reason to watch future reports for signs of slowdown.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 11, 2019 -
Study: US ranks 15th of best 16 countries for working women
HR can remove barriers to women's advancement and overall well-being in the workplace by stepping up hiring efforts and making workplaces more inclusive.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 11, 2019
