Closeness with co-workers, pride in work mark top healthcare employers

Healthcare is often hierarchial and high-stress, but these workplace cultures keep turnover low and recruitment high – and are a good example to employers of all kinds.

By Tom Starner • April 14, 2016

Why millennials may not be the solution for on-demand talent

Millennials are "overrated" within the on-demand economy, according to the co-founder of Work Market, a freelance talent marketplace.

By Tom Starner • April 14, 2016

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Top trends in employee development

Amid hiring freezes, employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

19 major employers pledge to 'ban the box'

U.S. employers signed the Fair Chance Business Pledge, joining the White House's initiative to encourage "fairer" hiring.

By Tom Starner • April 14, 2016

Study: Background screening increases as more contingent workers hired

As contingent workforces fill a critical talent need, employers are turning to screenings more often.

By Tom Starner • April 12, 2016

Colorado's unusually low unemployment rate triggers fierce talent war

With the national unemployment rate at 5%, the job market is tight. In Colorado, the rate is even lower – 3.2%.

By Tom Starner • April 11, 2016

Homeland Security is losing the talent war as cyber threats spike

The issue exemplifies the intense fight for cybersecurity professionals in both the private and public spheres.

By Tom Starner • April 8, 2016

How onboarding can make or break an employee's work experience

Greenhouse Software helps clients improve their onboarding experience, and it leads by example.

By Tom Starner • April 7, 2016

Why managing retention of contractors can't be left to chance

It's an employer skill that needs to be developed, or retention is bound to be an expensive problem.

By Tom Starner • April 5, 2016

Why quality leaders are critical when seeking top talent

But HR has a problem: Most believe their leaders fall short of being "very effective."

By Tom Starner • April 5, 2016

North Carolina's new law gets strong pushback from major employers

The state passed the controversial bill last week, and repercussions are already being felt.

By Tom Starner • April 4, 2016

Why the workplace pet policy may be a boon to productivity

Allowing pets in the workplace is not a new idea, but data shows it may be working for some workplaces.

By Tom Starner • April 1, 2016

How recruiters can take a page from CRM strategy

New tech solutions are using customer relationship management strategies to recruit and manage talent information.

By Tom Starner • March 31, 2016

Strong hiring to continue in Q2, according to employer survey

A new survey from CareerBuilder reports that employers expect to keep the hiring trend going during Q2 in 2016.

By Tom Starner • March 31, 2016

How PwC might save $850M by listening to millennials

By listening to their "youngish" workforce, the professional services firm may both save on real estate costs and solve a turnover problem.

By Tom Starner • March 30, 2016

Employee referrals remain a potent talent sourcing strategy

The programs remain one of the best ways to fill a talent pipeline, according to Gallup.

By Tom Starner • March 29, 2016

The shadow workforce: Contract work in traditional industries growing faster than 'gigs'

Many think of Uber and the like when speaking of independent contractors, but research shows those types of contract jobs are the minority.

By Tom Starner • March 28, 2016

Lyft California case looks like it will sidestep employee classification

The judge on the case does note that the current settlement proposal may be too low, however.

By Tom Starner • March 28, 2016

Why it's vital for employers to get the Form I9 process right

Not following the current laws may lead to severe penalties.

By Tom Starner • March 28, 2016

Corporate grandparenting: Mentoring for the next generation

It's a "hidden gem" for talent management, experts say.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

Credit check bans may have backfired for black job candidates

They were enacted to protect minorities from job discrimination, but a study found that bias in hiring continued.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

UC San Diego Extension releases top 10 emerging careers list

Software developers of apps top the list rounded out by civil engineers.

By Deborah Barrington • March 22, 2016

Report: Talent pool remains thin as workers opt not to move jobs

Employees are not likely to try and move jobs right now – but employers should keep an eye on their productivity.

By Tom Starner • March 22, 2016

Report: Veterans can make outstanding HR managers

HR is one area that matches up well with veteran skillsets.

By Tom Starner • March 21, 2016

Why good job market news means more focus on recruitment strategies

The DOL says unemployment applications are down, which means the job market is tight.

By Tom Starner • March 18, 2016

Can blind recruitment solve the diversity challenge?

It's gaining traction thanks to recent research into the topic, but it requires a particular recruiting style.

By Tom Starner • March 17, 2016