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    Generative AI will spark mass upskilling of software engineers, Gartner says

    “Building AI-empowered software will demand a new breed of software professional, the AI engineer,” Gartner’s Philip Walsh said.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Strong jobs report signals stability after months of slow growth

    The job market is undergoing a “dynamic shift” as the holiday season looms, one economist said.

    By Oct. 4, 2024
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    Top trends in employee engagement

    Employee engagement can be a bit of a puzzle. In recent years, employers have realized it’s more about meaningful work, work-life balance and well-being — and less about free snacks.

    By HR Dive staff
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    Gender gap persists in cybersecurity field despite available opportunities

    About half of women surveyed said they don’t feel like they would fit in or be able to be themselves, a Deloitte report said.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Managers are burning out and likely to quit. Here’s how to reverse that.

    To enhance their effectiveness, organizations must prioritize managers’ well-being and help them build resilience, according to a meQuilibrium report. 

    By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Workers don’t feel like they belong — even with greater DEI awareness

    The declines in belonging coincide with increases in mental health issues and concerns about workplace toxicity, a new report indicates. 

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 3, 2024
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    How to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month and ‘view all people as people’

    Making disabled and neurodivergent workers feel welcome at work starts with education, one expert said.

    By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Fed governor says ‘impressive’ AI innovation has yet to lift productivity

    Lisa Cook highlighted the long-term potential of artificial intelligence to spur economic growth, lift wages and ease price pressures.

    By Jim Tyson • Oct. 2, 2024
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    There are ‘literally zero’ skills where AI could replace a human, Indeed’s chief economist says

    Although a labor shortage is coming, employers can set themselves apart by taking a skills-first approach to hiring and investing in upskilling, Indeed data indicated.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Election 2024

    Workplace bans on political speech are impractical, attorneys say

    Restrictions on talking politics could make workers feel silenced, according to a Duane Morris partner.

    By Ginger Christ • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Nearly half of emerging leaders say they struggle to manage workplace conflict

    Managers tend to recognize this weakness in themselves, and effective training could help them address concerns and build better teams, DDI says.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Amazon employees decry 5-day RTO mandate

    Some Amazon workers said they’re thinking about looking for a new role elsewhere, though many tech workers believe competitors will follow soon.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 30, 2024
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    What to know about college recruiting right now

    While some students may prefer to connect with potential employers online, campus events are back in a big way, experts said.

    By Jen A. Miller • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Talent issues — not technology — make up half of manufacturers’ top challenges

    Efforts to recruit, retain and upskill workers present major challenges for manufacturing decision-makers. 

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 27, 2024
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    Job seekers say they’re less likely to consume a brand after a negative hiring experience

    Clear communication can improve the application process for candidates, and AI may be able to assist, an iCIMS report noted.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 27, 2024
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    Gen Z employees taking charge of their own work-life balance, survey finds

    “Younger workers are less likely to ask for permission, and are quietly rebelling against the ‘rise and grind’ values of previous generations,” SurveyMonkey wrote in a related post.

    By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 26, 2024
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    How colleges can close the persistent wage gap

    Experts pointed to pay audits, pay transparency, standardizing promotions and improving workplaces as ways to tackle the issue.

    By Danielle McLean • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Labor market closer to pre-pandemic ‘normal’ — which could lead to steady 2025 salary budget growth, Mercer says

    The worker shortage in 2024’s final months is comparable to that of 2019, analysts said during a Sept. 18 webinar.

    By Sept. 25, 2024
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    Major companies keep hiring North Korean IT workers

    Dozens of Fortune 100 organizations have inadvertently hired workers from North Korea applying for remote jobs, Mandiant said.

    By Matt Kapko • Sept. 25, 2024
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    Organizational redesign can help companies adapt to market changes, report says

    An intentional organizational redesign process can also enhance employee experience and boost operational efficiency, according to McLean & Co.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 25, 2024
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    ‘Human skills’ still outpace demand for AI skills, report says

    “Our report highlights the exponential rise of GenAI skills, but history suggests that, like past innovations, we may see these trends stabilize,” a head researcher said.

    By Sept. 24, 2024
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    Companies are investing less time and money in women, research suggests

    McKinsey & Co. emphasized that the “broken rung” of advancement remains a core issue for women.

    By Sept. 24, 2024
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    Election 2024

    6 stories on worker ambivalence about politics at work

    The 2024 election season may be a dramatic one, but workers show little interest in bringing that tension to the office.

    By Sept. 23, 2024
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    False felony conviction on ADP background check tanked candidate’s job offer, suit alleges

    The company’s screening services have been the subject of several lawsuits in recent years.

    By Updated Sept. 24, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    No, not all companies are abandoning diversity, equity and inclusion. Here’s why.

    Amid a high-profile backlash, many businesses are scrutinizing their policies. But the vast majority end up sticking with DEI, in part because it’s key to growth.

    By Daphne Howland • Sept. 23, 2024
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    How do employees feel about AI?

    Employee sentiment about AI may be split along demographic lines, which could complicate matters for employers.

    By Sept. 23, 2024