How can employers avoid the 'hidden tax' of obsolete skills?

Observers agree on one key point: training must appeal to workers' desire to learn.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 4, 2020

Millennials, Gen Z are ditching the job-hopper label, study says

Younger workers plan to stay in their jobs six to 10 years, according to Zapier.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 4, 2020

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

US execs call for streamlined H-1B process

Changes are necessary to make the U.S. more attractive to in-demand international workers, the business group said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 4, 2020

CPOs in Silicon Valley: The allure of the 'culture bearer'

To compete in a tight talent market, organizations are investing in roles focused on creating workplaces that entice talent to come and convince them to stay.

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 4, 2020

Gig workers plan to take on more in 2020

If the market grows, concern over worker classification legislation may increase as well.

By Lisa Burden • Feb. 3, 2020

The Talent Textbook: It's a candidate's world

In this installment, HR Dive Reporter Sheryl Estrada takes a look at nontraditional recruiting methods.

By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 3, 2020

Study: Project management is top gig worker skill in 2020

The independent workforce is showing no signs of letting up as employers continue to struggle with talent shortages.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 3, 2020

Women filling high-growth jobs requiring social, 'fundamental' and analytical skills

The Pew Research Center found women are increasing their representation in areas such as law, education and counseling, to name a few.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 3, 2020

HR and IT may need to reconnect to modernize recruiting

Some experts even posit that IT should report to the chief people officer rather than the CFO.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 31, 2020

Tech companies demand $350M in suit alleging 'unlawful' H-1B fees

ITServe is seeking for USCIS to "pay restitution or refunds in the actual amount of unlawful fees collected for the past six years."

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 31, 2020

Recruiting firms say employers need to raise wages

Employers must consider various ways to attract talent in today's tight labor market, according to Bullhorn.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 30, 2020

Melinda Gates' company invests $50M into women-in-tech collaborative

Initiatives that tackle barriers to workplace equity need to focus on early intervention, according to previous research.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 30, 2020

HR is 'a function at odds with itself,' report concludes

The Talent Strategy Group's 2019 Global Human Resources Census said HR must decide whether it exists to serve people or business.

By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 29, 2020

Hilton partnership to introduce young people to hospitality careers

More employers are attempting to broaden the talent pipeline and tap into nontraditional groups of would-be hires.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 29, 2020

Hiring pros turn to skills tests

"Appropriate skills" are the top factor in hiring decisions, respondents to a recent survey said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 28, 2020

How one gaming company leveled up its inclusive culture

In an industry with a subpar reputation for D&I, Versus Systems builds culture directly into its hiring process, Head of People Amanda Armour told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 27, 2020

Record number of companies named 'Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality'

Though there have been improvements in D&I initiatives supporting LGBTQ employees, there's still more work to do, according to research.

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 27, 2020

Cigna: More workers report being lonely on the job

Loneliness may be less detectable than other mental health problems in the workplace, but feelings of isolation can lead to more overt problems.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 27, 2020

AI is driving changes in recruiting, learning — but employers must proceed with caution, report says

To truly realize the tech's potential, employers may need to think about talent differently.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2020

Tie talent to business strategy to bolster performance, study says

But one of the biggest struggles for employers may be ensuring talent practices live up to employee expectations. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2020

LinkedIn: Employee experience is central to talent retention, bottom line

Only 52% of survey respondents said their organization provides a positive employee experience.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2020

Are more employers publicizing gender diversity goals?

Movement on pay gaps and other disparities won't occur for decades without deliberate employer action, some predict.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2020

Randstad: Upskilling will be necessary to survive the digital disruption

Learning and development has proven to be business critical in 2020 and beyond in more than a few studies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2020

Pay transparency eliminates gender pay gaps — except in male-dominated jobs, PayScale finds

HR practitioners will see pay equity issues "come to the forefront" in 2020, experts previously told HR Dive.

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 23, 2020

The 2020 workspace: 3 things to know

What are the biggest trends to know when it comes to the workspace in general? Our latest research offers up the facts to know.

Jan. 23, 2020