Pew: US adults split on consideration of race, ethnicity in hiring and promotions

Initially, diversity efforts were about increasing the number of underrepresented groups in the workplace, but now employers know inclusion is key, too.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 10, 2019

Survey: 25% of women in tech say they're talked over in meetings

Employers may foster more equitable meetings by asking employees to actively listen to each other, a recent report suggests.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 10, 2019

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Survey: Employers struggle with leave, marijuana, ban-the-box laws

Respondents said federal agency enforcement remains a concern, too, despite deregulation at that level.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • May 10, 2019

Employers struggle to support employees with drug and mental health issues

In a recent survey, 30% of HR pros said prejudice against individuals with mental health conditions makes it difficult to provide accommodations.

By Jennifer Carsen • May 9, 2019

Are mobility programs the next big draw for top talent?

Employers are rethinking where employees can do their best work — be it in their home offices or a different country.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 9, 2019

The worst jobs may be the most rewarding for workers

Data-driven jobs were among the best for pay and growth, but low-paying, high-stress jobs often benefit society, a CareerCast report said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • May 9, 2019

Soft skills remain in top demand, especially at entry-level

These skills are so sought after that many employers are rethinking how and from where they recruit talent.  

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 9, 2019

IBM, L'Oré​al USA, Verizon among top 10 employers of multicultural women

Working Mother magazine said it extended the list of winners this year from 25 to 50 because applications more than tripled.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 9, 2019

Gen Z, millennials bring different attitudes to the job hunt

Unlike millennials, nearly half of Gen Z candidates said their experience with a recruiter has the biggest impact on their decision to accept a job. 

By Kathryn Moody , Riia O'Donnell • May 8, 2019

College students eye jobs with purpose

The professions that make the least contributions to society, according to the survey respondents, are consultants, politicians and financial advisors. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 8, 2019

Report proposes common definition for successful STEM talent development

Besides the lack of talent in STEM generally, employers also have to address the lack of diverse representation in these careers for women and minorities.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 7, 2019

Facebook awards coding school $250K scholarship fund for underrepresented groups

"We know that while opportunity is unevenly distributed, talent is not," said Ironhack Co-founder Ariel Quinones in a statement.

By Morgan Fecto • May 7, 2019

Tier-one grads may not be the best buy, study suggests

Undervalued schools have students in their top 10% who outperform their counterparts from "tier-one" schools, the study said. 

By Riia O'Donnell • May 7, 2019

Tesla debuts employee loans amid complaints of unpredictable schedules

Current and former Tesla employees told CNBC they welcome an additional benefit but see employee loans as a temporary solution.

By Jennifer Carsen • May 7, 2019

Amazon's HQ2 may bring Virginia 25K jobs in the next decade

It will also fund and introduce AP computer science classes to 27 schools in the state, the company said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 7, 2019

DHS releases 30K additional H-2B visas

The annual cap of 66,000 visas was reached in February, forecasting a shortage of seasonal workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 7, 2019

Small business owners upbeat about 2019 growth despite talent setbacks

Only slightly more respondents in a TD Bank survey said they plan to expand their workforce in 2019 compared to last year.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 7, 2019

Union bill would undo Epic, codify Browning-Ferris

"The NLRA essentially is a car driving with a boot on it because it has to get to federal court each time it wants to enforce its remedies," said former NLRB chairman Mark Gaston Pearce at the bill's first hearing. 

By Morgan Fecto • Updated May 8, 2019

'Banner year' for M&A highlights importance of middle managers

Successful acquirers spent more time gathering the opinions of stakeholders regarding individual leaders, according to a report by The Conference Board.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 6, 2019

Unemployment dips to 3.6%, lowest in 50 years

The tightening of the talent market comes as many employers put employees at the center of their newest business initiatives.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 6, 2019

Study: Millennial workers contemplate suicide more than any other age group

Younger workers are five times more likely to seriously consider suicide than boomers, according to a report from Catapult Health.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 6, 2019

Hire by Google rolls out Namely integration

The collaboration is the latest in a larger HR tech partnership trend that has seen companies like Facebook and Slack move into the space.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 3, 2019

Smart, green building trends could help talent pros win over more workers

The combination of talented people and technological advances is creating more inclusive and sustainable environments, a Sodexo VP said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • May 3, 2019

Report: Every company 'needs to be a tech company'

Workplaces are increasingly adopting new technologies to make work more efficient, and employers will need to find the talent to match.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 2, 2019

UK employers consistently favor younger workers in recruiting

Using fictional job seekers, a research team also found pay-based ageism and racial discrimination in employers' choices.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 2, 2019