CHROs have a growing influence on branding

The employee value proposition is key to a brand's overall success, a new report notes, but efforts must be authentic.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2019

Forrester: In 2020, companies 'will stop apologizing' for their employee experiences

Employers are increasingly owning the characteristics that set them apart from the competition — even if that means being clear about who isn't a culture fit.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Nov. 1, 2019

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Top 5 stories from HR Dive: Talent

HR Dive Talent’s top stories feature a number of evolving trends, including shifting cultural norms and emerging hiring challenges.

By HR Dive staff

To whom it may concern: Are cover letters obsolete?

Many employers no longer require cover letters, experts told HR Dive, but they may help recruiters identify candidates with strong potential.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 1, 2019

Salesforce, partners expect to drive creation of 4.2M jobs by 2024 — but are workers ready?

Despite the potential for growth and innovation, the tech talent gap continues to vex employers. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 31, 2019

US company boards improved gender parity, but still lag behind other countries

Change may be on the way, however, as states consider female board member quota laws similar to California's.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 31, 2019

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 Katie Clarey • Oct. 31, 2019

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 Ryan Golden • Oct. 31, 2019

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

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

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

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

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 Ryan Golden • 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 , Kate Tornone • 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

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 , Kathryn Moody • 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

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

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 Ryan Golden • Oct. 24, 2019

&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