Talent: Page 2

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    Restaurant industry, labor groups to kill California’s FAST Act referendum with labor council deal

    A major amendment to AB 1228 would scrap joint-employer liability and set a $20 minimum wage for the restaurant industry.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Sept. 12, 2023
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    The Gender Spectrum Collection / Zackary Drucker and Alyza Enriquez

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    Half of job seekers say DEI is a major factor in deciding where to work

    While some companies continue to strengthen their DEI efforts, others are cutting back, according to an Eagle Hill report.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top trends in talent acquisition

    To cope with a paradoxical labor market, HR pros still squarely focused on recruiting may need to re-evaluate role requirements, inclusion initiatives and more.

    By HR Dive staff
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    Opinion

    Conquer the STEM staffing shortage with retention, not recruitment

    It’s paramount that the HR community continue to share their successes, and their setbacks, amid challenging times, writes Janet Brewer, CPO of Arcfield.

    By Janet Brewer • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Welcome to the ‘Great Gloom’: Employees seem unhappier than ever

    Employee satisfaction has declined steadily since 2020, according to a BambooHR dataset.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Unemployment rises sharply in nearly 1 in 5 major metro areas

    A dramatic increase in unemployment nationwide can serve as an indicator of a potential recession, a Glassdoor report said.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Walmart lowers starting wage for some store workers

    Newly hired employees who stock shelves or fulfill online orders are no longer being offered an extra dollar per hour.

    By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Q&A

    Inside Pinterest’s year of flexible work

    One year after implementing a flexible work policy, Pinterest has a more distributed workforce and a wider pool for recruiting, the company’s chief people officer told HR Dive.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Micromanaging bosses are a workplace red flag, workers say

    Non-flexible 9-to-5 work hours and weekly progress meetings are also pain points for workers, a Monster.com survey found.

    By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Vassar College pays female professors less than male peers, suit alleges

    The school is one of the Seven Sisters, a group of women’s colleges that says it strives toward women’s equity.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    How coworking in DC reflects the latest RTO push

    President Joe Biden’s federal RTO mandate sets the tone for the country and for Washington, D.C., more so. Here’s how one coworking space is helping ease the transition.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Column // Happy Hour

    Murderers, marauders and people managers: An HR podcast for your queue

    If you like your lunch break with a side of HR-inspired whodunit, Murder in HR starring Kate Mara and Brett Gelman might be on your wavelength.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Chipotle takes Gen Z behind the scenes to recruit new employees

    The chain is rolling out social media content highlighting employee perks and inside scoops as it attempts to recruit staff from a younger generation.

    By Jessica Deyo • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Are new grads ready? Employers don’t think so.

    In some cases, the problem isn’t workers not being ready but that they have different expectations for work compared to their older counterparts, experts said.

    By Jen A. Miller • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Remote workers are less likely to take vacation, analysis shows

    While remote employees may face less burnout, Gusto posits, they may worry about the optics of taking time off.

    By • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Criminal history questions come with new limits for federal contractors, agencies

    Regulations issued Friday also establish a complaint procedure for alleged violations.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Labor Day 2023 marks pivotal moment in labor, union history

    As uncomfortable as employers and HR may be with the “u” word, it’s becoming impossible to ignore.

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Job candidates are viewed differently if they discuss mental health online

    Applicants who post about anxiety and depression may appear less emotionally stable and less conscientious, a study found.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Worker confidence in AI may be growing despite unease about the tech

    HR and technology professionals believe generative AI will create more demand for their skills, according to a report from consulting firm Robert Half.

    By Laurel Kalser • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Fewer job posts require degrees, though hiring hasn’t caught up

    While the intention to hire people without degrees is seemingly growing, hiring practices remain influenced by traditional requirements, LinkedIn data shows.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Are workers quitting due to racism? Studies suggest a tipping point

    Subtle racism and exclusion in the workplace are key reasons for BIPOC attrition, multiple studies show.

    By • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Despite productivity gains, manufacturers still struggle to find talent

    Some manufacturers are diversifying their candidate pools to fill labor gaps, including by proactively recruiting women.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Dunkin’ faces first union push in 12 years

    A Cincinnati unit is the chain’s first to try to unionize in over a decade, after workers filed for an election with the National Labor Relations Board.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Which AI skills are in demand?

    While generative AI is comparatively newer in the AI space, the search for AI skills has troubled employers for some time.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    9 in 10 companies will return to office by end of 2024, survey says

    Flexible schedule options and certain benefits may help retain employees amid the transition to more in-person work.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Hiring slowdown and worker stagnation among job trends this year

    Across all industries, the median 12-month voluntary turnover rate has declined by 20% year-over-year, according to Workday.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 29, 2023