Small business owners are optimistic about 2020, but some still struggle to fill positions

Small business owners overall expect their revenue to increase in the next 12 months, according to the survey from CNBC and SurveyMonkey.

By Jennifer Carsen • Dec. 6, 2019

Skill deficits affect workers of all skill levels, managers say

Many discussions of the skills gap center on positions that demand advanced skills, but shortages exist across all categories of workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 6, 2019

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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

Study: Unemployment may be driving men into female-dominated jobs

Heathcare, education and even HR could be affected by the shift.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 6, 2019

Tech adoption, talent shortages have execs 'very concerned'

A majority of employers surveyed by Ceridian said they expect a labor shortage in the next two years.

By Riia O'Donnell , Kathryn Moody • Dec. 5, 2019

Talent, skills shortages may define next decade, tech pros say

More than 80% of respondents to a recent survey said companies aren't investing enough in the skills needed to navigate technological change.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 5, 2019

Executives fear workers aren't agile enough to survive a recession

Inadequate or poorly trained managers may be contributing to skills gaps and general unpreparedness, research suggests.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 5, 2019

Gates Foundation commits $1M to connect front-line workers with childcare, transportation resources

Many employers, including several high-profile companies, are beginning to offer more comprehensive benefit packages to all workers.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • Dec. 4, 2019

Tech talent skips coastal hubs for Austin, Texas

Technology adds $141.8 billion to Texas' economy annually thanks to its growing reputation as a tech hub.

By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 4, 2019

HR must focus on employee skill development to grow in 2020

Digitalization is rapidly changing the skills required for success, Gartner said — and organizations are having trouble keeping up.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 4, 2019

Largest US senior housing operator to pilot nursing assistant apprenticeship

Both private and public organizations are behind a massive expansion of the apprenticeship model in the U.S.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 3, 2019

'It's not just for trades anymore': How apprenticeships have taken off in Iowa

The state is home to about 750 apprenticeship programs and 7,600 registered apprentices. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 3, 2019

Students, employers disagree on the relevance of college majors

A growing number of employers are not only focusing on skills over majors, but bypassing degrees as a job requirement.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 3, 2019

Workers anticipate raises, promotions in 2020

Employees — particularly hourly workers — show great interest in career development opportunities, too.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 3, 2019

Study: Women prioritize workplace acceptance over pay

STEM culture, in particular, may keep women out, a study from The Ohio State University noted.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 3, 2019

Bad candidate experiences chase away nearly half of job seekers

Recent research shows that candidates and talent pros don't see eye to eye on the recruiting process.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 2, 2019

ADP: In 2020, work will be team-based and personalized

More employers want to streamline people processes and erase silos, especially because a strong people organization is a business imperative.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 2, 2019

SHRM: More than one-third of workplaces not politically inclusive

Politics at work is a hot, potentially disruptive topic right now, but employers can take action to ease tensions.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 27, 2019

Don't just add 'other': How to make employment forms inclusive

Many companies have inadvertent gaps in their D&I efforts — particularly when it comes to gender non-conforming applicants and employees.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 27, 2019

Open floor designs topped workers' list of office layouts

Office design is tied to job satisfaction, and more employees are singing the praises of open offices with private spaces.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2019

Market value suffers when women join boards, study finds

An increase in board diversity may be perceived by investors as a firm's motivation to pursue "diversity for diversity's sake," the study's authors wrote.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Nov. 27, 2019

Most job candidates seek employers who value diversity, inclusion and equity

Choosing to act on D&I initiatives is not only an ethical decision but also a business decision.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2019

Qualtrics takes on the skills gap and recruiting with STEM day care

The offering is part of a larger expansion that will see the worksite double in size and add 1,000 tech jobs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 26, 2019

Nearly all Fortune 500s fail to 'hyper-personalize' the candidate experience

The Phenom People report notes that recruiters still struggle to use AI effectively, but job seekers don't always like tech's involvement in the process.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 26, 2019

A simple 'hello' from managers can engage employees, new study finds

The practice may seem obvious, but many managers say they're overwhelmed and lack training, meaning they may not know the power of their actions.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 26, 2019

Helpers wanted: Retail thirsts after tech talent ahead of holiday season

In 2019, retail's demand for web developers rose 55% compared to 2018. It's the fastest growing category, according to data from iCIMS.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 26, 2019