H-1B visa denials, RFEs swelled in Q4 2017

Both upward trends followed the Trump administration's "Buy American and Hire American" executive order, the National Foundation for American Policy said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 30, 2018

As ban-the-box turns 20, compliance challenges grow

Particularly for multi-state employers, the patchwork of disparate laws has become daunting from a compliance standpoint.

By Jennifer Carsen • July 30, 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

Rising retirements mean succession plans aren't just for the C-suite

The majority of employers in a Challenger, Gray and Christmas survey are hiring while older workers at all levels leave, contributing to organizational "brain drain."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 27, 2018

Wages of job hoppers are up in response to tight labor market

People leave jobs for many reasons, but money remains a top motivator — and employers are taking notice.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 27, 2018

Small and midsized businesses struggle to meet candidate expectations

A client survey from a regional Missouri bank showed smaller businesses find it challenging to meet the job training demands of younger workers.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 26, 2018

Should employers care about GPA anymore?

In some areas, like academia or finance, the data may be significant. But in many cases, GPA may be a false indicator of future success and a potential discrimination risk.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 26, 2018

Goldman Sachs opens its doors to external talent

In a move that upsets decades of tradition, Goldman Sachs is hiring external candidates to fill roles for new markets as well as in the C-suite.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 26, 2018

5 steps to creating a meaningful experience for interns

Studies have shown a strong correlation between internship experience and job prospects, but great work experience doesn’t just happen, Lori Almeida, chief talent officer at Siegel+Gale, wrote.

By Lori Almeida • July 26, 2018

Jobvite latest platform to introduce candidate texting

Texting is becoming a new norm due to its ability to connect recruiters with applicants where they spend the most time.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 26, 2018

Number of women on Fortune 500 boards grew by a record 10% from 2016 to 2017

For diversity and inclusion to take off within an organization, it is as vital for D&I efforts to flourish at the top of a company as among the rank and file.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 24, 2018

What interviewing looks like at 5 of the top tech giants

A new study from Comparably compiles responses from 6,463 employees at Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Google​ and Facebook on their interview experiences at the companies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 23, 2018

More than a quarter of workers are on the hunt for a new job

As job hopping grows more popular, organizations can focus on becoming employers of choice to attract and retain talent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 20, 2018

Web accessibility isn't a 'one-and-done' task

While online access isn't the only way, employers need to remember that the ADA requires that application and interview processes be accessible.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 19, 2018

Demand for temporary workers is high and only expected to increase

More than half of companies plan to increase offerings of temp roles to meet staffing demand in a tough labor market.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 19, 2018

Are your applicants ghosting you?

Candidates — and new employees — falling off the face of the earth? To minimize the chances of it happening at your company, better communication policies may be key.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 19, 2018

The web changed recruitment forever — and it is still changing

People aren’t robots — just let emerging technology and human recruiters do what each does best, Ken Lazarus, CEO of Scout Exchange, wrote.

By Ken Lazarus • July 19, 2018

Employer pays $98K to settle temp's failure-to-hire charge

Front-line managers continue to cause a large number of discrimination claims, experts say, but there are several types of training that can help.

By Kate Tornone , Riia O'Donnell • July 19, 2018

Counteroffers don't get employees to stay, after all

Employers must understand why an employee may be leaving and seek to solve the underlying issues rather than shell out money as a stopgap.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 19, 2018

Workers older than 65 continue to be drawn to new jobs

More retirement-age workers are staying in the labor force — some because they want to 'keep a hand in,' but others because they still need a paycheck.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 18, 2018

How to ask the right interview questions — and avoid the wrong ones

It's a tall order for HR professionals and hiring managers: get the information you need, without running afoul of the law.

By Pamela DeLoatch • July 16, 2018

Independent workforce continues to grow, generating $1.3T in revenue

They haven't completely taken over the workforce, but contingent workers will be a key source of talent for recruiters, a report from MBO Partners says.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 16, 2018

Facebook says diversity report shows room for improvement

The tech industry is still struggling with hiring and retaining underrepresented groups, particularly women of color.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 13, 2018

Employers struggling to provide incentives they believe millennials, Gen Zers want

But there may be a disconnect, a new report suggests. Employers are focused on perks like flexible work, while these generations say they prioritize diversity and other offerings.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 12, 2018

Does your ATS know about EEO?

Using an applicant tracking system can ease the recruitment process, but HR still must ensure compliance with nondiscrimination law.

By Riia O'Donnell • July 12, 2018

Cultural norms influence hiring decisions, Stanford study says

The study's findings echo the concerns experts have voiced about the focus on "culture fit" in the U.S. workplace. 

By Riia O'Donnell • July 12, 2018