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White House calls for stronger labor standards across federal agencies
The federal government considers itself a “model employer,” in that private sector employers often follow its lead.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Attacks on higher ed could portend Southern ‘brain drain,’ association says
Almost half of surveyed members saw a decline in applications for faculty positions, and more than a quarter reported seeking jobs elsewhere.
By Laura Spitalniak • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop trends in employee retention
Employers remain focused on employee retention this year, aiming to improve employee satisfaction through a variety of initiatives.
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Column // Talent TextbookCorporate policies can be lifesaving for workers
The death of a Wells Fargo employee puts a spotlight on isolation in the workplace.
By Ginger Christ • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Mailbag: We rejected a job candidate. When can we delete their information?
General guidance on this question differs depending on whether the employer is a government contractor, management-side attorneys told HR Dive.
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Employers increasingly shed jobs, reflecting economic uncertainty
Hiring intentions fell to the lowest year-to-date total since data tracking began in 2005, Challenger, Gray & Christmas said.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Pearson3 benefits of assessments for high-security recruiting
Personality and behavioral assessments can augment the standard interview process and provide a deeper, more detailed picture of an entire candidate, beyond just their resume or LinkedIn profile.
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CHRO turnover on the decline, data shows
“This stability may indicate that organizations are opting to retain their CHROs to maintain continuity amid market volatility,” leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds said of its findings.
By Emilie Shumway • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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White House launches cybersecurity hiring sprint to help fill 500,000 job openings
National Cyber Director Harry Coker Jr. unveiled the program as part of an effort to fill a continued gap in cyber, technology and AI positions.
By David Jones • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Job market continues to flatten, but no mass layoffs — yet
The “great waiting game” continues for both employees and employers, one ManpowerGroup executive said.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Election 2024Amid political talk at work, employees say they want resources for psychological safety
Employers can facilitate open and respectful dialogue, as well as offer policies and resources to address employees’ concerns and needs, Randstad says.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Fed: Employers are holding on tight to existing employees
The latest Beige Book from the U.S. Federal Reserve paints a nuanced picture of the labor market.
By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Almost 4 in 10 leaders admit to ‘fauxductivity,’ Workhuman finds
The phenomenon could be a symptom of poor culture, creating a toxic cycle of performative productivity and productivity anxiety.
By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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How companies communicate their AI strategies can influence public opinion
Most Americans don’t trust businesses to use AI responsibly, but transparency could help, a Gallup poll finds.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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What’s your ‘AI persona’? 5 working types, explained
“People are not experiencing AI in the same way,” Christina Janzer, SVP of research and analytics at Slack, said — and that can inform how employers approach it.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Balancing AI tools with human talent remains challenging for most companies, report says
Businesses are investing in AI-enhanced HR systems, as well as upskilling employees on AI-related subjects, according to CompTIA.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Healthcare labor shortage predicted by 2028, with uneven state impacts: report
Certain states and specialties will face acute shortages, while others will see a surplus of workers, according to a new study from Mercer.
By Susanna Vogel • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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When hiring budgets are tight, reskilling may help HR fill jobs
Reskilling current employees is a much more predictable model than the hit-or-miss tactic of recruiting for experience, one leader said.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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HR and employees don’t see eye to eye on engagement, SurveyMonkey says
Human resources teams are only as effective as their ability to collect authentic feedback, the firm said.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Column // Employee ExperienceAn unofficial glossary of pandemic-era HR terms
Here are some of the neologisms that have been buzzing around our brains for the last few years.
By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Q&AHow Taco John’s CEO is developing a people-first culture
Heather Neary, who joined the chain earlier this year, is developing a culture of communication as the restaurant grows beyond its Midwestern roots.
By Julie Littman • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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The shortest — and longest — hiring periods at major US employers
Getting hired at the FBI can take more than a month, according to new research.
By Ginger Christ • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Direct incentives to employers could boost hiring of people with criminal records
Millions of Americans with a criminal conviction are looking for jobs, and certain government incentives could increase employment chances, a new study shows.
By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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DEI progress on corporate boards may be slowing
Although most board directors say DEI continues to be a priority, operational rigor seems to be waning, a report shows.
By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Double-checking work tops AI priorities among employees: report
Managers and workers are at odds over the primary application of the technology within business processes, Slingshot data found.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Jobs must be redesigned to align with evolving company needs, McLean & Co. says
Jobs aligned with organizational goals are associated with improved productivity, decreased turnover and better engagement, the report said.
By Laurel Kalser • Aug. 29, 2024
