Talent: Page 164


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    LGBTQ execs less likely to say employers prioritize D&I in recruiting

    Among LGBTQ executives in a recent survey, 45% said diverse talent left their organization because of a lack of inclusion or engagement.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 25, 2019
  • New study highlights why employers still need human operators

    Phone menus are increasingly common, according to a Clutch study, but most people want to talk to a human. Talent strategies may need to account for that.

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 24, 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
  • Standard performance management is 'failing' workers

    A report from Deloitte criticized employee review systems for being subjective and focused on past performance.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 24, 2019
  • 42% say mentorship programs don't meet expectations

    Men are more likely than women to say their employers provide enough or more than enough mentorship opportunities at work, the study found. 

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 23, 2019
  • Hiring dipped in consumer goods, retail in 2018

    The shifts are particularly noteworthy because both industries have struggled with recruiting and retention efforts of late.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 23, 2019
  • 70 Million Jobs pivots to staffing agency model for formerly incarcerated

    Previously a job board for those with criminal backgrounds, the firm said the move would allow it to better leverage its "position of control."

    By , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 23, 2019
  • Most employees would grade their jobs a B-

    Respondents to a Kforce survey noted poor communication and a lack of transparency as reasons for the sub-par grade.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 23, 2019
  • 'Right of first refusal' has wide worker support, report claims

    Support of such an arrangement, which would give workers the chance to buy ownership stakes in their workplaces, crossed generational lines, too. 

    By Morgan Fecto • April 23, 2019
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    Study: Just half of grads report finding meaningful work

    Much like those already in the workforce, students desire meaningful work and sometimes seek out employers with values that mirror their own.

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 22, 2019
  • Majority of hiring managers vie for recent grads

    The Robert Half study cited enthusiasm to start a career and fresh perspectives as managers' top reasons for hiring new grads.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 22, 2019
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    Understanding talent's 'build or buy' conundrum

    Each employer must decide which strategy works — and for many, strategies may differ between departments or even job titles.

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 22, 2019
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    Few HR leaders think workers trust company leaders

    HR is in a good position to address the underlying causes of distrust, such as change, stress or a lack of communication.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 22, 2019
  • Talent market prompts better benefits — even for laid-off workers

    Employer maintenance of online brand reputation may be a factor driving the trend, new survey results show.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 18, 2019
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    Female leaders must be willing to take the path less traveled, report says

    Sponsorship and mentoring are key steps on the path to the C-suite for many women in leadership roles.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 18, 2019
  • ADP: Gender, managerial pay gaps persist

    Women comprise 47% of the workforce and earn on average $25 an hour, while men make up 53% and earn an average $32, the report said. 

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 18, 2019
  • Report: Half of job postings target only 39 roles

    Recruiters looking to fill those in-demand roles may need to streamline their practices and tap into new talent pools.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , April 18, 2019
  • Study: Remote work has little effect on the gender pay gap

    Notably, however, men who work remotely have greater earning potential than men who never work remotely.

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 17, 2019
  • Study: H-1B denial rates are up by a wide margin

    Microsoft's denial rate for initial employment, for example, was 13% for FY 2019 — up from 1% in FY 2015.

    By Lisa Burden • April 17, 2019
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    Automation complicates recruiting in the cybersecurity space, survey finds

    Among U.S. respondents, 48% said that automation will require employers to increase the number of hires with advanced skills.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 17, 2019
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    New Monster campaign promises to fix 'broken' recruiting process

    A bad candidate experience harms both job seekers and employers, and Monster's rebrand points to an industry that is beginning to respond.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 17, 2019
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    Deep Dive

    How to manage talent during disruption

    From layoffs to scandals, talent pros often are responsible for handling the fallout when disaster strikes.

    By Riia O'Donnell • April 16, 2019
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    Positive drug tests hit 14-year high in 2018

    Employers' duties to abide by local laws and maintain a drug-free work environment may come into conflict, analysis from Quest Diagnostics shows.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 16, 2019
  • $1K penalty motivates Honeywell workers to use benefits offering

    "[At] Honeywell, the only incentives that have worked for us is the stick approach," said the company's VP of global benefits at an NBGH conference.

    By Morgan Fecto • April 16, 2019
  • Workers with disabilities bring economic value to communities

    A new study highlights another reason why employers that value diversity may want to consider tapping into the population of workers with disabilities.

    By Lisa Burden • April 16, 2019
  • 'Service with a smile' linked to after-hours drinking, research shows

    The link is stronger for impulsive workers who have one-time customer interactions — and for employees who don't have autonomy at work, a Penn State professor said.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 15, 2019