Talent
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Employees say mediocre co-workers hold them back
The results of a Yoh poll show why quality of hire matters even in a tough market.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 21, 2020 -
Workers say they're underutilized and uninformed
Ninety percent of workers in a Starmind survey said they want more opportunities to share their knowledge and expertise.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 21, 2020 -
Cousins sub shop fights turnover by treating employees like family
"It's tough out there," for food-service employers, one exec admits, yet the chain thrives in part by being intentional about giving thanks.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 21, 2020 -
Manager feedback may determine whether employees work cooperatively
Depending on how it's delivered, feedback also has the potential to push workers to compete with each other.
By Aman Kidwai • Feb. 21, 2020 -
Major work stoppages have spiked in recent years
2019 brought the most major work stoppages the U.S. has seen in a decade, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
By Jennifer Carsen • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Employers find retention tool in foreign assignments, report reveals
As employers compete in a tight talent market, many are betting on benefits as a differentiator.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Intelligent automation can deliver 200% ROI — and may not decrease headcount
As the employee experience remains a top priority for HR, automation will require greater investment in talent, studies have said.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Lawmakers call out big banks for lack of leadership diversity
"There is no shortage of diverse people and businesses for banks to hire and promote," one congressman said — only a shortage of leaders "with the will to make it happen."
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 20, 2020 -
Most HR pros say cover letters are still relevant
Cover letters help hiring pros assess applicants' career objectives and reasons for a job change, among other things, a ResumeLab survey found.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 19, 2020 -
'They outperformed everyone': How training can transform an incarcerated workforce
The benefits of Televerde's program may extend to many parties, including its clients, program participants, their children and even the state.
By Aman Kidwai • Feb. 18, 2020 -
Relaxing academic requirements, upskilling could open the door for STEM talent
Aside from recruiting hurdles, workers also struggle to develop STEM skills due to a lack of opportunity.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 18, 2020 -
Most hiring managers don't care that applicants lie, study says
"There are most likely people in your organization ... who would knowingly offer a job to someone who lied on their resume or during the interview," Checkster's CEO said of the survey findings.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 18, 2020 -
Money problems keep workers from excelling, poll finds
To keep employees on board and productive, employers may need to come up with strategies to help workers with financial issues.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 18, 2020 -
The Body Shop to begin 'open hiring,' skipping background checks
Under the model, job openings will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis by any applicant who meets basic requirements.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 14, 2020 -
Recruiters, software engineers most likely to jump ship
Recruiters may need to increase outreach to passive job-seekers — if they aren't being snapped up themselves.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 14, 2020 -
Indeed debuts 'hiring events'
While the value and purpose of the job fair is under debate, technology could boost the format's relevance.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 14, 2020 -
CEO turnover surged in January, says Challenger
Exits may be up but most organizations appear satisfied with their top leader, a report concluded.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 14, 2020 -
Black workers in Washington, DC, are left behind, report says
The report found that black unemployment has not fully recovered to pre-recession levels.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 13, 2020 -
Mexican, Canadian engineers avoid US due to living expenses, immigration policy
The news may come as no surprise to tech companies struggling to find talent.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 13, 2020 -
Home Depot to hire, train 80K associates
The home improvement store touted its training program that can "help associates get up to speed quickly" to meet demand.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 13, 2020 -
Job hopping on the rise since Great Recession, Indeed finds
When workers switch jobs, they generally relocate to a new industry.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 13, 2020 -
IT pros: Automation may take over jobs, but it won't replace the human touch
Some employers are turning to AI to fix talent gaps in cybersecurity — but adoption of such tools has had "mixed results," a Ponemon poll found.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 12, 2020 -
Employees say tech is making work easier, but some fear replacement
Many in a recent study also said robots won't make better workers than humans.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 12, 2020 -
Gallup: A third of college faculty feel respected at work
Those in higher education aren't the only ones feeling disrespected; 90% of workers in a previous poll reported being bullied in the workplace.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 12, 2020 -
Workers are more productive when they keep it real
While authenticity at work can build trust among co-workers, some say HR may need to set limits.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 11, 2020
