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Judge invalidates federal guidances that led to 'slower' H-1B processing

The ruling is the latest in a series of challenges plaguing administration of the H-1B visa program.

By Ryan Golden • March 19, 2020

Report: Coronavirus impacts upward of 9M jobs

The leisure and hospitality industries are some of the hardest hit at the outset of the pandemic, Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. found.

By Aman Kidwai • March 19, 2020

Pelosi names director of new House office for diversity, inclusion

Kemba Hendrix said in her new role she will "provide members, committees and House Officers with additional resources to assist in their diversity staffing efforts."

By Sheryl Estrada • March 19, 2020

How to navigate the remote work learning curve during COVID-19

Employers should create a safe space for employees to ask questions about new technologies, one expert suggested.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 18, 2020

Amazon opens 100K warehouse, delivery roles as COVID-19 surges demand

E-commerce has boomed as consumers worldwide practice social distancing and self-quarantining, leading e-tailers to amp up their supply chains to cope.

By Shefali Kapadia • March 18, 2020

Long-term unemployment still an issue for US job market, Indeed economist says

Stakeholders have indicated in the past that low unemployment isn't the entire story of the U.S. labor market.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2020

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The Remote Playbook: Who succeeds in the coronavirus-driven shift to remote work?

Success is hard to come by without mechanisms for accountability and clear expectations, even amid a globe-spanning virus outbreak.

By Roberto Torres • March 17, 2020

Information pros working from home are more engaged, study says

The flexibility to telework provides a retreat from the distractions of an office environment, Forrester said.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 16, 2020

Google asks employees in US, other regions to telework due to coronavirus

The decision follows similar moves by competitors and a broad array of organizations as the world responds to COVID-19.

By Ryan Golden • March 13, 2020

Despite global concerns, tech employers want to expand internationally

Talent acquisition remains a top priority — and hurdle — for employers looking abroad.

By Kathryn Moody • March 13, 2020

Study: Anonymized applications reduce gender bias

While intentional bias and discrimination remain too common in U.S. workplaces, recruitment bias can occur unintentionally. 

By Jennifer Carsen • March 12, 2020

How 3 GM execs lead during times of change

The industry trailblazers shared with HR Dive best practices for leadership, management, continual learning and diversity and inclusion.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 12, 2020

How GM Executive Director Marcos Purty creates a culture of visibility

In his old position, he knew about 60% of his 2,500 plant workers by name, but "probably 80% of them knew my name, my wife's name, and my kids' names."

By Sheryl Estrada • March 12, 2020

Watch the IT jobs report for coronavirus impact

As the effects of the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 illness are felt worldwide, experts are raising alarms about a potential recession and, with that, a dip in hiring.

By Naomi Eide • March 12, 2020

GM Defense President David Albritton on leadership: 'As a team, we are going to win'

Research has shown that game-changing leaders are heavily engaged in their companies' actual practices of talent management.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 12, 2020

PwC agrees to change recruiting practices, pay $11.6M to settle age bias claim

The settlement would resolve allegations the employer engaged in discrimination by focusing efforts on college campuses and school job sites.

By Kate Tornone • March 12, 2020

For GM Executive VP Gerald Johnson, leadership is about example

Johnson, the highest-ranking Black male executive at General Motors, emphasized the importance of always being willing to learn.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 11, 2020

High-performing tech workers see pay increases while average wages stagnate

HR, on the other hand, saw some of the smallest increases last year, a Payscale report reveals.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 11, 2020

Remote work may level playing field for workers with disabilities, chronic illness

Permitting telework can also serve as a means to attract diverse talent, sources previously told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • March 11, 2020

Coca-Cola will link executive pay to company employees

One of the beverage giant's top 50 shareholders pushed for the change, saying top-level pay has soared while average wages have made minimal gains.

By Christopher Doering • March 10, 2020

Microsoft will pay hourly workers during coronavirus shutdown

The tech giant has called on other large employers to do the same.

By Jennifer Carsen • March 10, 2020

Unilever announces gender parity among global managers

The company brought global representation of women in management positions up from 38% in 2010, it said.

By Katie Clarey • March 10, 2020

Leaders say gender equity is important, but less than 50% have multi-year strategy

Despite the benefits of creating inclusive and equitable environments, there's a perception gap as to its importance.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 09, 2020

DHS to add 35K H-2B visas for second half of 2020 fiscal year

The announcement follows a trend of increased employer demand for seasonal worker visas.

By Ryan Golden • March 09, 2020

5 tech tools powering remote work amid coronavirus outbreak

As workers are told to work from home, have businesses equipped them with the necessary tools? 

By Roberto Torres • March 09, 2020