Monster’s parent company rebuffs competitor’s ‘deficient’ antitrust lawsuit

Bold Limited said Rocket Resume’s lawsuit alleging that it monopolized the market for resume-building platforms “fails at every step.”

By Ryan Golden • June 24, 2026

7 stories on new and recent grads in the labor market

Generation Z interns are increasingly citing old-school, hands-on experiences as among the most valuable workplace exposures they can have. 

By Emilie Shumway • June 23, 2026

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Top trends in employee retention

With employers pulling back on hiring, many HR professionals are squarely focused on retention. But there’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

By HR Dive staff

Onboarding begins even before a candidate’s first interview, one HR pro says

Lindsay Gainor, a vice president of HR at ServiceMaster Brands, shares onboarding tips to help ensure new hires stay past the one-year mark. 

By Ginger Christ • June 23, 2026

SHRM’s Alex Alonso believes human skills have a place in the future of work

The SHRM26 annual conference gave HR professionals a wealth of AI advice, including insight on what roles humans play going forward.

By Caroline Colvin • June 23, 2026

Remote workers represent ‘a disproportionate share’ of unemployed adults, Gallup says

While artificial intelligence wasn’t cited as the reason for layoffs, its impact was often evident in more subtle ways, the report noted.

By Lara Ewen • June 23, 2026

In the AI age, how can HR stay human?

Instead of artificial intelligence, HR pros should focus on “authentic intelligence” — human intuition, in other words, author and leadership expert Alison Jones said.

By Caroline Colvin • June 23, 2026

SHRM CEO: HR faces ‘extinction’ and has ‘lost the plot’ on the future of work

The new CHRO, dubbed the Chief Work Officer, will juggle robots, AI and humans and — above all — take back the profession from those who don’t see its value, Johnny Taylor said.

By Ryan Golden • June 23, 2026

Week in review: New grads want growth opportunities at work

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from the continued growth in the tech sector to what HR can do in the wake of world crises.

By Kathryn Moody • June 22, 2026

A top-down commitment is crucial for inclusion in 2026, SHRM panelists say

Members of SHRM’s I&D council presented a road map for creating diversity and inclusion at work while being mindful of the compliance landscape.

By Caroline Colvin • June 18, 2026

Front-line training gaps are thwarting workforce readiness, survey finds

Training initiatives must deliver on practical skills employers deem critical and speak to employee ambitions for advancement and leadership, according to a Chegg report.

By Laurel Kalser • June 18, 2026

This week in 5 numbers: Fewer than 6 in 10 workers said they fully read their most recent employment contract

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week — including how many hiring managers think artificial intelligence tools could hurt their company’s brand.

By Ginger Christ • June 17, 2026

What HR leaders should do when world events hit the workplace

People directly affected by global conflict may experience depression, anxiety and trauma-related symptoms, Amy Dufrane of HRCI writes.

By Amy Dufrane • June 17, 2026

Tech debt, process gaps keep firms in AI ‘pilot purgatory,’ study finds

Collectively, the world’s top 2,000 public firms have nearly $18 trillion in untapped AI value due to workforce gaps and other weaknesses, according to the research.

By Alexei Alexis • June 17, 2026

Despite tech layoffs, demand for AI-savvy hires is increasing, report shows

Multiple sectors are scaling their artificial intelligence capabilities, but the overall talent pool hasn’t kept up with demand, per ICIMS.

By Lara Ewen • June 17, 2026

AI anxiety may be ramping up despite productivity hopes

Job seekers and hiring managers alike expressed concerns about the growing reliance on artificial intelligence technology, Express Employment Professionals found.

By Caroline Colvin • June 16, 2026

Most workers say they thoroughly read employment contracts — but understanding may be low

Recent research from Goldberg Law Group found that employment contracts are taken more seriously than other contracts in the U.S.

By Lara Ewen • June 16, 2026

What does the class of 2026 want from their post-grad jobs?

Here’s what recent grads are looking for amid the job search, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

By Caroline Colvin • June 15, 2026

Week in review: Is mandatory E-Verify inching closer?

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from a state law prohibiting “ghost jobs” to the “joy paradox” of artificial intelligence.

By Kathryn Moody • June 15, 2026

The 2026 World Cup has arrived. Here are 3 things HR should do to prepare.

From traffic to watch parties, there’s much for employers to consider as one of the world’s biggest sporting events hits home.

By Ryan Golden • June 12, 2026

Are L&D leaders stepping away from strategy discussions?

Employees tend to rely more on manager feedback than on traditional development frameworks when it comes to improving their skills, RedThread Research said.

By Lara Ewen • June 12, 2026

Meta earmarks $115M for workforce academy to support data center construction

The program will provide free skilled-trades training, industry credentials and guaranteed jobs as the company expands its artificial intelligence infrastructure footprint.

By Keith Loria • June 12, 2026

CHROs say hiring will home in on specific talent

Hiring confidence remains high despite ongoing challenges and a narrowing of recruiting scope, The Conference Board said.

By Kathryn Moody • June 12, 2026

20 attorneys general sue Trump administration over federal contractor DEI order

The plaintiffs argue Trump’s executive order impedes each state’s efforts and is unclear in what it prohibits. 

By Caroline Colvin • June 11, 2026

This week in 5 numbers: Companies face potential fines for ‘ghost job’ postings

 Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week — including how many companies are experiencing impersonation attacks.

By Ginger Christ • June 11, 2026

Digital credentials may be valuable, but they’re not being used, research shows

“If digital credentials are going to be adopted, they need to make hiring easier, not more complicated,” 1EdTech’s chief strategy officer said.

By Lara Ewen • June 11, 2026