Poll: Reference checks remain a key recruitment process

They are second only behind background checks in a recent poll by SkillSurvey.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 8, 2015

Why hiring for 'cultural fit' could bring a company trouble

A writer at Fortune shows that using the practice may be a bad idea due to both legal reasons and the bottom line.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 8, 2015

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Top trends in employee engagement

Employee engagement can be a bit of a puzzle. In recent years, employers have realized it’s more about meaningful work, work-life balance and well-being — and less about free snacks.

By HR Dive staff

From the jobs report: November job cuts hit 14-month low

There is good news in the November job cut data, but some industry sectors dragged down overall 2015 numbers.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 8, 2015

HR software provider named best for Hispanic and Latino workforce

An HR software vendor, Ultimate Software, was named the Best Place to Work for Hispanics and Latinos.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 7, 2015

Report: Netflix expands hourly worker paid parental leave

Though it's still not on the same level as the benefit for salaried employees, according to Talent Management online.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 7, 2015

Tech talent turnover rates rising, Dice says

Tech professionals are seeking greener pastures in higher numbers, according to an analysis from a job board for tech professionals.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 4, 2015

3 reasons hiring managers struggle to find the right candidates

More than one million jobs were added to the market in 2015 so far, and hiring managers are working hard to fill them.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 3, 2015

How to mine passive talent using the company 'life-stage' factor

Recruiters trying to find talented people can use the results of a recent survey to mine some of the top tech employees.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 1, 2015

10 must-follow HR Twitter accounts (and chats)

Fill your timeline with HR analysis and news.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 25, 2015

Computers may be better at hiring than humans, study finds

Much of the discrepancy is due to inexperienced bosses and hiring managers making human errors.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 25, 2015

4 steps to retaining physicians in a time of shortage

Attracting and retaining top talent is all about honesty, especially as organizational cultures change.

By Kathryn Moody , Jeff Byers • Nov. 23, 2015

The weird job interview questions top tech employers ask

There may yet be a method to the madness, according to an analysis of Glassdoor job applicants from Business Insider.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 23, 2015

Three ways to reduce time-to-hire

We spoke to the experts about what companies can do to streamline their recruitment processes.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 19, 2015

More employees are seeking part-time work for work-life balance, survey says

These workers are still concerned about loss of money and benefits, however.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 18, 2015

The upward momentum of the career ladder is slowing, study says

A CEB survey that found 70% of participants are unhappy with their career opportunities. 

By Tom Starner • Nov. 17, 2015

How to convince the C-suite to accept recruitment process outsourcing

Exploring the benefits that come with RPO is a hot button issue for staffing professionals and C-suite denizens alike.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 17, 2015

Federal government is still using paper-based performance reviews, says expert

Their performance reviews are lagging behind recruiting and other HR processes.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 12, 2015

Veteran hiring continues to rise, but vets feel underemployed

Employers may be actively recruiting vets, but are they using the unique skills veterans bring to the table?

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 12, 2015

U.S. H-1B program may be rigged against smaller employers

Some firms are gaming the system, according to the New York Times

By Tom Starner • Nov. 11, 2015

Starbucks extends free tuition perk to military family members

With Veterans Day as a backdrop, Starbucks has extended its free college tuition benefit.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 11, 2015

Economic growth may lead to high employee turnover

The good news about the economy presents potential bad news for employers trying to retain quality talent.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 9, 2015

U.S. adds 271,000 jobs, drops to 5% unemployment

Manufacturing continues to be weak, while healthcare and business services are among the strongest sectors. 

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 6, 2015

How HR can help keep talent from leaving early

When talented employees leave after a brief stay, it's usually because managers fall short.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 3, 2015

Researchers discover evidence of job discrimination against disabled Americans

Researchers from Rutgers and Syracuse universities mentioned a disability in a phony job application cover letter to reveal a startling disconnect.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 3, 2015

Can predictive analytics alone cut attrition rates? Maybe not.

Are they enough to uncover talented employees "at risk" of leaving the fold? Not yet, says one data expert.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 2, 2015