Remote work may enable bigger focus on D&I hiring goals

Since the beginning of the year, U.S. employers have recruited from a significantly larger pool of applicants than in the early part of 2020.

By Ryan Golden • April 1, 2021

Nursing shortage forces healthcare organizations to reconsider L&D

While burnout may look different across industries, it's an issue the pandemic has only exacerbated.

By Kathryn Moody • April 1, 2021

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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

Employers say they may reach pre-pandemic hiring levels by 2021's end

Additionally, only 4% of employers said they planned to require that employees get vaccinated, the ManpowerGroup survey results showed.

By Ryan Golden • March 31, 2021

Many workplaces expect to reopen in Q3 2021, Gartner says

While the coronavirus vaccine rollout may bring a sense of normalcy to some areas, the reality of work may have changed permanently.

By Kathryn Moody • March 31, 2021

Training leaders concerned about younger workers' employment hurdles

Soft skill development is a particular challenge given the pandemic's impact on in-person learning, experts said.

By Ryan Golden • March 30, 2021

Pay transparency a top priority, say women in revenue-facing roles

Previous research shows transparency also may be more effective than pay negotiation training alone.

By Ryan Golden • March 30, 2021

Debunking 4 myths about reskilling your workforce

Some skeptics still question the utility of learning and development initiatives, Lindsay Witcher, a Randstad Risesmart exec, writes.

By Lindsay Witcher • March 29, 2021

Managers are burnt out after difficult year, LinkedIn report says

Resilience may be key to better employee engagement, previous studies have shown, and it can be taught.

By Kathryn Moody • March 29, 2021

5 leadership tips from women in data science

A mix of soft skills and leadership strategies lit the way to the top for women in data science.

By Roberto Torres • March 26, 2021

Tool manufacturer first to join SHRM Foundation HR apprenticeship program

The program includes 144 hours of technical instruction and could take an estimated 18-24 months to complete.

By Ryan Golden • March 26, 2021

Gen Z, millennials want tool autonomy in the workplace

Workplace tech preferences can vary by generation. But peril awaits companies that rely too much on generational data, according to Forrester.

By Roberto Torres • March 25, 2021

Bad hires hurt more during pandemic, senior managers say

Shifts in hiring and onboarding processes in the past year, including remote work, may leave "more room for error," a Robert Half executive said.

By Ryan Golden • March 24, 2021

Labor dept. aims to push wage-level adjustment rule for H-1B visas to 2022

The Biden administration continues to reverse or delay much of the previous administration's labor and employment policy work.

By Ryan Golden • March 23, 2021

DOL commits $40M to improve apprenticeship diversity

The announcement builds on the Biden administration's messaging in its executive order on apprenticeships.

By Kathryn Moody • March 23, 2021

The 2021 Identity of HR Survey

HR Dive asked 419 self-identified HR practitioners about the work they do, how they get it done and what impact it creates.

By Nami Sumida • March 22, 2021

Does leadership value HR? Practitioners are split

Participants in HR Dive's 2021 Identity of HR Survey were more united, however, in how they thought employees viewed them.

By Kathryn Moody • March 22, 2021

Workers experienced depression amid the pandemic, but employers stepped up, Gartner found

The personalization of wellness programs can address the varying needs of employees, the report found.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 22, 2021

How to build a resilient organization and position leaders, employees to thrive

As employees return to the office, fledgling leaders who flourished in a remote context will need to be identified, the CHRO of PMI Worldwide wrote. 

By Tammy Perkins • March 19, 2021

Temp, contract staffing jobs fell to 'Great Recession levels' in 2020, but are on the rebound, report finds

Workplace disruption amid the pandemic has put "an even higher premium on the need for more flexible and inclusive workforce solutions," the American Staffing Association CEO said.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 18, 2021

The hiring process is a brand experience — so make it a good one, report says

Branding in the hiring process isn't a new idea, but the prioritization of candidate dignity through that effort has gained attention in recent years.

By Kate Tornone • March 18, 2021

Survey: Coronavirus challenged the success of many working moms

Some seek flexibility while others are deciding to leave their jobs, the Society for Human Resource Management found.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 16, 2021

Workers with disabilities experience more micromanagement, less recognition, survey says

"Companies need to better understand the work experience of employees with disabilities, who likely represent 20% of their workforce," the report said.

By Katie Clarey • March 16, 2021

Indeed launches direct hiring platform

Recruitment technology boomed in the wake of the pandemic as employers were forced to change their processes.

By Kathryn Moody • March 15, 2021

Canada tops US as destination for workers in 2020 global survey

In recent years, Canada has been viewed by HR industry observers as a key competitor with the U.S. in attracting both talent and organizations.

By Ryan Golden • March 12, 2021

Google expands certificate programs' reach by partnering with Guild

Tech employers are developing curriculum to distribute with or without colleges' help.

By Hallie Busta • March 12, 2021