Most workers say managers could do more to support ill co-workers

Chronic illnesses can be a sensitive topic in the workplace, but many workers are unsure of how to help co-workers experiencing those illnesses.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 25, 2019

Seasonal retail workers attracted to flexible work options, report says

Robust hiring forecasts preceded a holiday hiring season that began as early as August for some retailers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 25, 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

'Like a bad breakup': HR vendors are dumping cannabis clients

Two cannabis industry employers told HR Dive they suddenly were dropped by HR services vendors. Those familiar with the industry say it happens a lot.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 25, 2019

Study: Hiring algorithm vendors leave out details on bias, fairness

The Cornell University researchers analyzed 19 vendors with pre-employment screenings including questions, video interview analysis and games.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 25, 2019

Execs say HR will become irrelevant if it doesn't modernize

Those who thrive will be "pathfinding" HR departments — organizations that can simultaneously maintain a purpose-led culture and generate insights from data.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 22, 2019

Want to speed up gender parity? Start with a women's resource group

"Be in charge of diversity — even if it's not your job," a Fairygodboss report recommends.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 22, 2019

It's not a zero-sum game: 3 ways to make inclusion work for everyone

"If we don't address everyone, we're leaving them out of the workforce either explicitly as they turnover, or implicitly by not allowing them to fully contribute," one expert told HR Dive.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 22, 2019

5 S&P 500 CEOs booted last year for 'personal misconduct'

It appears such firms make use of robust succession planning; this is not the case for every business, but experts say it should be.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 22, 2019

Single employees lose out on benefits compared to their married colleagues

Singles aren't the only employees missing out on benefits. LGBTQ couples often lose out, too — particularly when it comes to family-oriented benefits.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • Nov. 21, 2019

Employers say contractors, outsourcing may not be the best skills gap defense

As employers revisit their talent strategies, training may emerge as a top solution to the skills gap.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2019

Interviewers' attention to facial scars, birthmarks wanes when candidates acknowledge them

Hiring managers need to work eliminate their biases against those who differ from them, be it in birthmarks, scars, style, speech, race or any other factor.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2019

Onboarding efforts may leave something to be desired

Respondents to a recent survey said often their technology wasn't properly set up, and they didn't receive necessary supplies or introductions to co-workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 20, 2019

Jacksonville's Duval County rated top spot for talent attraction

Organizations may be able to make up in benefits and perks what they lack in location.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 20, 2019

Employee appreciation events are moving beyond the happy hour

From parties for remote workers to tackling escape rooms for team-building, appreciation is getting a makeover.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 19, 2019

Is the CHRO role a path to CEO?

HR roles have been in flux for ages but one thing is clear: They're becoming increasingly strategic.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 19, 2019

Using the training they want to get the talent you need

Potential employees are looking for companies that offer and encourage personal and professional development opportunities. Market yours to bring in new talent.

Nov. 19, 2019

Meet the co-bots: How tech is aiding Whirlpool employees, not ousting them

With robots and other tech, employees perform their work faster and more safely, according to the company's VP of HR.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 18, 2019

California taps IBM for apprenticeship model in search of tech talent

As companies grapple with the skills gap and a tight talent market, many have turned to apprenticeships to create a pipeline of trained talent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 18, 2019

Poll: 66% of workers say offices will disappear by 2030

Women value remote work benefits more than men, the poll revealed, but it's less likely women will have access to the perk.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2019

Microsoft reveals demographic gaps between employees, management

To provide a better snapshot of representation, the company has for the first time released a report that shows gaps by employee level and setting.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kathryn Moody • Nov. 15, 2019

Dell prioritizes women, people of color in 10-year culture strategy

The company aims to have black and Hispanic workers make up 15% of its U.S. management team by 2030.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2019

Resource Actions: How social media challenged HR in 2019

An FMLA fishing trip and an Elmo meme showed how platforms can create unintended workplace consequences.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Nov. 14, 2019

Proposal to scrap H-2B newspaper job ad requirement clears White House

DHS and DOL said that in an effort to modernize recruiting mandates, employers would instead be required to run job postings online.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2019

Brookings: Low-wage workers need training, bias protections

Millions of U.S. workers earn a median wage of $10.22 an hour — including a disproportionate number of black and Hispanic workers and women.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2019

Employees say they crave stronger relationships at work

It appears many workers have a long road to friendship: Half of those in a recent survey said they don't know their colleagues' names.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2019