Talent: Page 141


  • Candidates doctor their resumes to boost their chances, UK poll says

    Recruiting is a task-heavy space made lighter by automation. But automation may subtract more than to-do list items from the hiring process.

    By Oct. 31, 2019
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    3 lessons on the future of talent pipelines

    From hiring the formerly incarcerated to working with teachers in disadvantaged communities, companies like Walmart and Microsoft aren't afraid to experiment.

    By Oct. 31, 2019
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    Trendline

    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
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    Make training about them, not you

    Taking a learner-centric approach to training sessions can make them more engaging and effective.

    Oct. 31, 2019
  • Even at record low unemployment, wages remain largely stagnant

    Among other things, fear of an impending recession has employers holding steady on wage increases.

    By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2019
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    Randstad: 81% of US workers prefer a diverse workplace

    More than a handful of sources have shown that organizations with diverse workforces perform better financially over time than less diverse organizations.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2019
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    Opinion

    Work-life integration: Treating adults like adults on the job

    Andrea Hough, head of talent management for Fidelity Investments, offers some suggestions for creating a workplace culture that understands the chaotic nature of the 21st century lifestyle.

    By Andrea Hough • Oct. 30, 2019
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    Demand for recruiters is up as the role becomes advisory

    A LinkedIn report says recruiters will need the ability to analyze talent data and advise business leaders.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2019
  • Millennials seek meaning at work — and employers can help

    Those in education found the most meaning in their work; those in retail found the least. 

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2019
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    Pittsburgh-based training center to launch advanced robotics apprenticeship

    Advanced robotics could change the face of several industries, but few organizations have a plan to help their workforces adapt.

    By Oct. 29, 2019
  • As AI infiltrates work, employers pay a premium for soft skills

    The tech is automating tasks like scheduling, while jobs such as hairstyling and graphic design have seen wage increases in recent years.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Oct. 29, 2019
  • Flexible work options could boost US economy by more than $2T annually

    Flexible work has become the norm in some industries, but the concept could also help employers reach unemployed or "economically inactive" candidates.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2019
  • Employers view worker training, policies as key to data security

    For many companies, the importance of cybersecurity has grown, but a lack of talent to fill necessary roles may be making it difficult for businesses to keep up with demand.

    By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 28, 2019
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    Inclusion for trans, nonbinary workers won't come from mere 'core values'

    A study from WFD Consulting noted that Gen Z is entering the workforce with a more inclusive perspective of gender identity, and employers need to be prepared.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Oct. 28, 2019
  • Startups increasingly have job openings they can't fill

    In response, small businesses are increasingly turning to independent contractors for skilled tasks.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 28, 2019
  • Deep Dive

    How to make employees out of interns

    Hiring managers can assess interns' performance records to identify those with employment potential.

    By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 25, 2019
  • Female CEOs take more heat for ethical failures than men, APA study reveals

    HR can provide managers with training and standardized performance criteria to combat unconscious biases.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2019
  • Work visa job searches spiked a 'stunning' 673% as immigration rules tightened, says Indeed

    The surge probably reflects policy changes that made acquiring a U.S. work visa more complex, the job site said.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2019
  • Workers want bosses who can solve problems, manage time

    Managers want training and development, recent research suggests, but frequently aren't provided with it.

    By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 24, 2019
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    Target defends talent investments following reports of slashed hours

    Benefit expansions often create speculation that employers will cut back in other areas to account for the change.

    By Oct. 24, 2019
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    &pizza teams with Lyft for late-night ride-share benefits

    The fast casual pizzeria's three-month pilot is just one of many benefits restaurants like Starbucks, Noodles & Company and Chipotle are adding to attract and retain employees. 

    By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 24, 2019
  • Managers who feel undervalued are a flight risk

    The more you advance in a company, the less help you need — "and, sadly, the more invisible you get," new research says.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2019
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    Workers crave an accepting culture for mental health issues

    Employees want more from their employers when it comes to their mental health, but for many HR professionals, responding to this need is a challenge.

    By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2019
  • 40% of workers say their employers added new D&I policies in recent years

    It's been almost two years since the #MeToo movement first came into the national spotlight, and reports of its impact on workplaces vary.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2019
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    Yale: Hiring managers favor upper-class candidates

    It's widely recognized that everyone has unconcious biases. To address them, some are turning to technology. 

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2019
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    JPMorgan Chase expands 'second chance' hiring policy

    As more jurisdictions adopt ban-the-box laws and the labor market tightens, employers are pushed to revisit their hiring practices.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2019