IT managers say wrong skills, interpersonal issues are signs of bad hires

Making a bad hire could mean replacement costs in the short-term — and potentially in the long-term, if those hires sow strife and malcontent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 20, 2018

How to add a human touch to your employer brand

Savvy candidates are looking past career pages, so HR must ensure that employers make the correct branding moves in every step of the recruitment process.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 16, 2018

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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

Ink not a link to lower wages

Employers are growing to accept the millennial generation's affinity for tattoos, new research shows, and other former "red flags" are falling by the wayside as well.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 16, 2018

California Gov. OKs bill to mandate women on company boards

All publicly traded companies headquartered in the state must have at least one female board director by the end of 2019.

By Ryan Golden , Riia O'Donnell • Updated Oct. 1, 2018

Citgo's post-offer medical exam procedure violated ADA, feds say

The employer failed to conduct an individualized assessment and consider whether the applicant was able to perform the job functions with or without an accommodation, EEOC alleged in a lawsuit.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 16, 2018

You've made a bad hire — what happens now?

Just because a manager is disappointed by a lackluster newbie doesn't mean he or she needs to be shown the door just yet.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Aug. 16, 2018

Women in financial services face harsher barriers than in other industries

More than half of women in the poll who work in financial services believe their diversity status kept them from advancing in their organizations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 15, 2018

To make a move on millennial jobseekers, businesses make the move downtown

Employers nestled in a more suburban setting can still appeal to the younger generations of employees.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 15, 2018

Most employers say they've passed on a candidate based on social media

Social media can be a helpful tool in the vetting process, but hiring managers need some guidelines to stay compliant.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 15, 2018

Survey: US adults think apprenticeships, not college, make them more employable

Employers strapped for workers may want to consider how the apprenticeship trend could shape how and who they hire.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 13, 2018

Employees answer candidates' FAQs using new video recruitment tool

Want to put a face to your recruitment efforts? That's the goal of Altru, a startup that recently raised $1.3 million in venture capital funding.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 9, 2018

Report: US employers opting to eliminate job requirements

Creativity and flexibility are a must in today's job market, and that has led some employers to reevaluate both their screening processes and job descriptions.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 9, 2018

Manufacturers provide creative benefits to hire, especially in rural markets

In this talent market, good candidates are hard to find in any area. That makes rural manufacturers' recruiting game even more important.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 9, 2018

Recruitment challenge: Seasonal hiring that knows no season

The holiday rush may be months away, but some companies are starting now when it comes to hiring seasonal workers. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 9, 2018

How EY built neurodiversity into its teams and jumpstarted innovation

To follow the same path employers need to keep a number of accommodations in mind — and remember that "differences matter," according to speakers at DMEC's 2018 annual conference.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 9, 2018

Employees who achieve work-life balance are more loyal, productive

A recent survey shows, however, that most business leaders believe workers should be responsible for creating that balance.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 8, 2018

Finance execs stepping more into the HR role

More interdisciplinary teams could be the way as organizations prepare for the future of work, according to a survey by Robert Half.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 6, 2018

How to future-proof your company for the contingent workforce

As gig-based work grows more ingrained in the modern workplace, HR pros can take key steps to help their organizations embrace the shift, Sara Jensen of Innovative Employee Solutions writes.

By Sara Jensen • Aug. 3, 2018

Taco Bell beefs up recruiting efforts with hiring parties

The company's latest recruiting initiative boasts free food and photo booths, along with on-the-spot job offers and "signing bonus" gift cards.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 2, 2018

Amazon, Walmart headline tech hiring in 2018

The two companies are reportedly growing their U.S. and international tech operations while others, including HP and IBM Watson, make cuts.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 2, 2018

Indiana manufacturer offers treatment — and a job — to applicants who fail a drug test

The opioid crisis in America is pushing employers to get creative (and compassionate) to help potential employees.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 2, 2018

LinkedIn to roll out voice messaging on its app

Adding something like voice may resonate with candidates who are looking for a more personal experience in the application process.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 2, 2018

Most companies understand impact of tech, but aren't prepared to make the change

Still skittish about making the digital transformation? Start building a digital culture to get ready for the transition, a new study by KPMG said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2018

The best recruiting processes personalize through tech

Technology helps recruiters and job seekers connect quickly and efficiently, but face-to-face interviews still hold a valued place in the process, according to a ManpowerGroup study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 30, 2018

Glassdoor: Salary reigns as the top job attraction, but benefits and perks still matter

Not all employers can afford to plump up employees' paychecks, but that doesn't necessarily disqualify them from good retention rates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 30, 2018