Women mayors at SXSW address ongoing sexism in city politics

The mayors of Phoenix and Fort Worth, Texas, recounted the hurdles they have faced because of their gender during a panel at the conference in Austin, Texas.

By Danielle McLean • March 18, 2022

Managers say the return to the office puts them in a difficult spot

As hybrid work becomes the new normal for some, managers may need additional support to keep up.

By Kathryn Moody • March 18, 2022

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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 and transparent communication — and less about free snacks.

By HR Dive staff

US workers move full steam ahead on remote-first relocation

Despite some HR departments' insistence on in-office work, a survey found remote work relocation has only just begun. 

By Caroline Colvin • March 18, 2022

US Chamber calls for modernization of 'broken immigration system'

In 2020, Canada displaced the U.S. as the preferred region for workers to immigrate due in part to "the adoption of more nationalistic policies" in the U.S., a prior report said.

By Kathryn Moody • March 16, 2022

JetBlue career development aims high, encourages workers to spread their wings

This year, JetBlue expanded its L&D programs to employees' family members.

By Caroline Colvin • March 15, 2022

Women executives tick up to 18%, avoid pandemic backslide

"We are still far from where we should be, and some of our findings continue to be shocking," said Diana Van Maasdijk, CEO at Equileap. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 15, 2022

PepsiCo joins growing slate of Guild Education partners

The company's new benefit signals moves manufacturers have had to make to keep workers onboard in a tough market.

By Kathryn Moody • March 14, 2022

Four ways companies can find the 'hidden talent'

"Companies must widen the aperture on how they identify promising talent and equip them with job-specific skills," writes Jennifer Henry, SVP of workforce engagement at 2U, Inc.

By Jennifer Henry • March 14, 2022

Quitting workers seek higher pay, advancement: Pew

Workers have quit at a record rate as the tight labor market bolsters their confidence in landing better jobs.

By Jim Tyson • March 14, 2022

CFOs hold pay raises far below inflation despite scramble for talent

CFOs are spurring resignations by letting inflation far outpace wage gains. They can take steps to improve employee retention even as prices increase at the highest rate in four decades.

By Jim Tyson • March 14, 2022

How employers can respond to Biden's call to hire 'skills not degrees'

"Resumes are a lightning rod for human bias," writes Khyati Sundaram, CEO of Applied.

By Khyati Sundaram • March 11, 2022

OSHA to inspect healthcare employers' readiness for future coronavirus variants

The measure serves as a placeholder for a forthcoming standard from OSHA, the agency said.

By Katie Clarey • March 11, 2022

5 ways to help workers in a war zone

“I think this is an opportunity for HR professionals to really showcase why they're there and why their function is important,” Oyster CEO Tony Jamous said. 

By Emilie Shumway • March 11, 2022

Starbucks union wins 3 more stores in Buffalo elections

The coffee chain's union organizers have secured more momentum than expected, but still face more than 100 elections and "a war of attrition," according to a labor expert.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 10, 2022

LinkedIn's latest acquisition signals longevity of virtual hiring

Virtual hiring has taken off due to restrictions put in place by the coronavirus pandemic, but its popularity may last beyond simple necessity.

By Kathryn Moody • March 10, 2022

Threats, obscenities, homicide: Healthcare workers stressed by pandemic face elevated violence

Millions of healthcare workers across the country are becoming inured to workplace violence, which can range from verbal abuse and threats to physical attacks and even homicide.

By Hailey Mensik • March 9, 2022

Visa races to rescue employees from Ukraine

When Visa CEO Al Kelly got a message at church that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was trying to reach him, "that was the initial sign to me about the pressure we would feel," he said. 

By Lynne Marek • March 9, 2022

When preparing to reopen, experts suggest planning for long COVID-19

The condition can be tough to detect and affected employees may be unaware they have long COVID-19, which complicates matters for employers, sources told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • March 9, 2022

How tech — the 'most dominant, least regulated' industry — could shape DEI

What happens in the industry holds deep relevance and far-reaching influence.

By Carla Bell • March 9, 2022

Pandemic job hoppers in survey saw pay increases, but worry about inflation

The Conference Board's findings track with previous research on employer compensation plans, but pay alone has not been enough to compete in the current market.

By Ryan Golden • March 8, 2022

Workforce disclosures surge amid pressure for diversity

Although companies are revealing more about employee race and ethnicity, their reports are not standardized and are often spotty, JUST Capital said.

By Jim Tyson • March 8, 2022

Bonuses, balance and respect: What will it take to attract more waste and recycling job applicants?

Industry employers Republic, Casella and WIN Waste, as well as recruiters and other partners, talked through the do's and don'ts of job postings, hiring processes and creating attractive workplaces during recent SWANA events.

By Maria Rachal • March 7, 2022

Wage hikes, leadership diversity part of Macy's $5B social responsibility plan

The retailer's Mission Every One, an effort to "create a more equitable and sustainable future," also includes product sustainability.

By Kaarin Moore • March 7, 2022

Flexible work creates engagement concerns, outplacement firm says

As workforces become more distributed, some experts recommend that employers engage workers through recognition and communication strategies, among others.

By Ryan Golden • March 4, 2022

Free college, ESL classes at forefront of Amazon's upskilling initiative

The programs are available to all hourly employees who have worked 90 days or more for the company.

By Caroline Colvin • March 4, 2022