National Black Chamber of Commerce program promotes employment of formerly incarcerated

In recent years, multiple organizations have called for the expansion of employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated Americans.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 2, 2020

'Thank you' from a boss can boost employee satisfaction, study says

Showing appreciation for employees should be combined with building employee engagement, according to experts. 

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 1, 2020

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Top trends in employee development

Amid hiring freezes, employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Child care hurdles drove turnover in 2020, research shows

The problem may be causing more retention issues than expected, according to the Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 30, 2020

GigSmart saw 460% jump in gig work postings since pandemic began

The app's sharply rising usage numbers reflect one avenue for talent management post-pandemic.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 25, 2020

HR generalists, admins among jobs in significant decline, Glassdoor finds

The pandemic has created a harsh employment reality for many workers — but not all.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 25, 2020

How companies can help veterans reach high-tech goals

Accenture and PepsiCo provide perspectives on training and support programs for veterans.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 24, 2020

Majority of family caregivers in survey report depression, missing work

The coronavirus has had a tangible impact on the health and career trajectory of working caregivers in the U.S., research shows.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 24, 2020

Video call fatigue is setting in, Robert Half finds

A reported overload of meetings has been a workplace problem for many years, one now exacerbated by having to conduct most meetings virtually.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 23, 2020

Do not disturb: Setting time-off boundaries when work is just a click away

Taking meaningful time off empowers leadership to more effectively manage the team — and disrupts the culture of overworking.

By Katie Malone • Nov. 23, 2020

Work on inclusion before diversity, Bersin says

The HR industry veteran said that "inclusion is the goal, diversity is the outcome" during an online panel this month.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 23, 2020

&pizza commits to a $15 minimum wage by 2022

The raise is one of many progressive company initiatives, including providing raises and extra benefits during the pandemic.

By Alicia Kelso • Nov. 20, 2020

Employees to take less time off this holiday season, survey shows

PTO use has declined due to COVID-19, data collected by various firms revealed.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 19, 2020

NYU: Female job candidates more likely than men to receive offers from Silicon Valley firms

The study specifically examined a group of tech companies that "invested significant resources into their diversity efforts," according to researchers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 19, 2020

How companies moved the needle on D&I this year

Even amid a pandemic and a key election year, employers have faced heightened expectations regarding diversity and inclusion. 

Nov. 18, 2020

Biden, Harris talk COVID-19 economic recovery with CEOs, union leaders

The discussion focused on worker safety and job creation in the technology, auto and retail industries.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 18, 2020

Why Walmart is cross-training associates during the pandemic

Cross-training benefits workers by broadening their skill sets, but it also provides scheduling flexibility, Walmart Senior VP Drew Holler told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 17, 2020

Indeed: Remote workers say adjustment 'easier' than anticipated

However, many respondents to the company's survey said they missed socializing with co-workers, while half were "surprised" they missed their commutes.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 17, 2020

McDonald's USA hires new chief people officer

Tiffanie Boyd's hiring is the latest in a string of executive shuffling in the chain's HR department, a trend sparked by former CEO Steve Easterbrook's ouster in November 2019.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Nov. 17, 2020

Recruiters see 'drastic increase' in stress, survey says

At the beginning of the pandemic, hiring freezes forced recruiters to rethink their processes and job duties.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 16, 2020

Taco Bell hosts socially-distanced 'hiring parties' in ramp-up to holiday season

The chain still sees an opportunity to expand its talent strategy despite the changing nature of the job market, a spokesperson told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 16, 2020

UPS ends longstanding restrictions on beards, natural hairstyles

Policies that prevent employees from wearing race-based or natural hairstyles is a form of discrimination, according to a law adopted in several states.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 13, 2020

TIAA expands backup care benefits as pandemic continues

School closures or partial openings due to the COVID-19 pandemic require flexibility from employers, according to HR experts.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 13, 2020

Northwest Arkansas to lure remote workers with $10K — and a bike

The region, home to major retailers like Walmart and Tyson Foods, is leveraging the urban migration trend to build its talent pipeline and spur economic growth.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2020

Flexibility, automation will improve the employee experience, Forrester says

The company's researchers said they anticipate significant changes to workplace norms and policy next year.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 12, 2020

The pandemic created a more trainable workforce, says McKinsey partner

Employee comfort with remote work tools increased, and companies were able to scale training as transformation moved forward.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 12, 2020