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Tech companies go back to college, design their own courses for students
Be it out of frustration or foresight, top tech names like Microsoft and Linux are partnering with local colleges and taking a direct part in designing courses.
By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2017 -
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Retailers that keep staffing low risk losing customers and sales
Employers could reach most of their sales goals if they focused on employees' value to customers, one expert says.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2017 -
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AI is rapidly reshaping talent acquisition, workplace experts say.
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Final tax reform bill includes leave, benefits changes
While some deductions for benefits were scrapped, employers gained a tax credit for paying workers while they're out on FMLA leave.
By Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Dec. 21, 2017 -
Contract workers tend to be experienced, highly educated and ambitious
LinkedIn's study found that 73% of contractors have advanced degrees and qualifications, compared to 45% of LinkedIn members who don't identify as contract workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 20, 2017 -
All together now: Around the world, company orchestras unite co-workers
Playing in and organizing a company orchestra builds camaraderie and mirrors team building skills at work, executives say.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 20, 2017 -
CEOs say top job candidates know what companies are all about
Which begs the question: What are candidates reading about your organization in online reviews from current and former employees?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2017 -
Trump administration plans to end H-1B rule allowing spouses of visa holders to work
The entire visa program is in jeopardy and potentially impacts not only the working individuals but their U.S.-born children.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 15, 2017 -
LinkedIn: US hiring grew 10% in 2017
Areas like Salt Lake City and Philadelphia are struggling to mitigate a deficit of talent, however.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Google for Jobs could disrupt recruiting, but how should you use it?
A new report from kununu sheds some light on how employers can best take advantage of the platform.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Study finds most optimistic outlook on hiring in 10 years for Q1 2018
All of the 13 industry sectors surveyed are looking to add staff, with leisure and hospitality topping the list.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Non-compete agreements: Retention tool or liability landmine?
HR needs to know when non-competes are appropriate, and how to proceed with candidates who have them with former employers.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
A shortage of sales professionals is taking a toll on revenue goals
Companies facing shortages are tapping into "indirect sales," a form of third-party contracting, to meet company goals, one survey claims.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Indeed Resume moves to subscription model
Employers can continue to pay per candidate contact until January, when they'll need a subscription to reach out to prospects.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Employers aren't the only ones shouldering blame for the skills gap
A higher share of survey respondents blamed academia than any other culprit, but nine in 10 said employers could do more to train workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Wellness Workdays to certify outstanding employee wellness programs
Programs will be measured on assessment, strategy, implementation and evaluation.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
When managing seasonal workers, your regular requirements still apply
Front-line managers must be trained in how to work with, engage, discipline and, if necessary, terminate seasonal workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Want more women applicants? Shake up your recruiting practices
In a new report, Fairygodboss says employers may want to consider shifting their recruitment strategies to diversify their applicant pool.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Analysts: Prepare for gig economy's disruptions to US labor market, wage growth
Over 60% of employers plan to switch up to one-third of their full-time permanent positions to contingent jobs.
By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 11, 2017 -
Automation use picks up steam, but only 5% of employers are fully prepared
Other survey results show that U.S. companies anticipate automation accounting for, on average, 17% of work during the next three years.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 11, 2017 -
Investors urge Amazon to add more women to the C-suite to curb sexual misconduct
Investment groups are increasingly using their influence to push for changes around equal pay and sexual harassment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 8, 2017 -
STEM jobs continue their explosive growth, but employers also want soft skills
LinkedIn’s 2017 U.S. Emerging Jobs Report reveals the speed at which jobs are emerging — and how fast some skills are becoming obsolete.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 8, 2017 -
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CareerBuilder: 74% of employers admit hiring the wrong candidate
A bad hire can cost an employer roughly $15,000, while losing a good hire can cost $30,000.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 8, 2017 -
Factories scramble to replace aging workforce
As employees plan retirement, recruiters like those at Boeing must plan for massive talent gaps.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
At year's end, don't forget to update your job descriptions
The lowly job description has never been given its due, but it is a mighty tool for every aspect of talent acquisition.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Tech industry powers wrestle for AI talent at 'hiring event of the year'
Job offers from Google, Apple, Open AI and others at the 2017 Neural Information Processing Systems (NIPS) Conference could top out at $1 million.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 7, 2017
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