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HR’s people expertise is pivotal to digital transformation, McLean & Co. says
HR alone can’t be accountable for a desired result, but HR does have a special connection to — and responsibility for — organizational culture, the firm said.
By Laurel Kalser • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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OpinionWhat makes a great people manager?
The industry’s best leaders have a high level of emotional intelligence, writes a construction consultant.
By Chad Prinkey • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop 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 and transparent communication — and less about free snacks.
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Executives and workers alike say entry-level workers seem unprepared
Although leaders say workers don’t have enough training to be hired, employers also don’t appear to offer adequate training, General Assembly reported.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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AI adoption among workers has slowed, especially in the US, Slack says
Many workers feel uncomfortable admitting AI use to their managers, and most lack training in the workplace, the report found.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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Kindness at work can boost well-being and reduce stress, study shows
Workers who receive kindness are more likely to perform acts of kindness as well, the researchers found.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 12, 2024 -
Despite RTO mandates, job hunters say they still seek flexible work
While 59% of job seekers said they preferred “fully remote” roles, only 2% of job postings advertised such an arrangement, Flexa said.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Trump taps ‘border czar’ who promised worksite immigration enforcement
Tom Homan said the incoming administration will look for individuals working in the country illegally as well as those who are trafficking victims.
By Kate Tornone • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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October retail hiring hit a low not seen since before the pandemic
Actual seasonal job gains may fall below 2023 numbers but slightly surpass 2022 numbers, analysis from Challenger, Gray & Christmas indicates.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Column // Happy HourThere’s no such thing as a free lunch — or, apparently, as a lunch break
Some workers say they haven’t had time to take an actual lunch break since college, and some just snack on whatever’s around.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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5 stories on what HR can expect from another Trump presidency
Employers may see a wide swath of changes as the executive branch swaps to a GOP agenda.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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OpinionMy career success started with an apprenticeship
New Jersey ironworker and business leader Joseph Merlino says that young people need more paths to the trades.
By Joseph N. Merlino • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Women’s health benefit use leads to fewer missed workdays, analysis shows
Mental health benefits, followed by reproductive health services and maternity care all helped reduce absences for women at work.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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This week in 5 numbers: Generation Z wants job stability, but their managers are stressed
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many leaders have considered quitting over the burden of managing Gen Z.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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To get the most of AI, redefine productivity in terms of innovation, knowledge, Accenture says
Organizations should take the lead from productivity achievers, who invest in strategies that empower — not replace — their workforce, the firm’s research found.
By Laurel Kalser • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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How to ease worker anxiety over AI adoption
As AI transforms the factory floor, companies are addressing worker job security concerns through initiatives such as phased adoption and comprehensive training.
By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Gen Z is stressing managers out, survey finds
Managers report they’ve altered their management style to accommodate younger workers, saying they require more time and resources.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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3 tips for handling election emotions in the workplace
Managers can be trained not only to handle this event but other hard conversations that more commonly spring up in the workplace, one expert said.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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AI tools are biased in ranking job applicants’ resumes, study shows
Across 550 real-world resumes, the AI tools favored White-associated names 85% of the time and female-associated names only 11% of the time.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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Election 2024Harris vows to nix ‘unnecessary degree requirements’ for federal jobs on Day 1
Both the vice president and former President Donald Trump have expressed support for alternatives to college.
By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Companies need engineering talent. But where are the engineers?
Around 141,000 U.S. students graduate with engineering degrees each year, but that still leaves a deficit of 825,000 employees, a report showed.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Gen Z talent say job nonnegotiables include stability, work-life balance
Recruitment strategies are shifting to fit young workers’ new expectations for speed, transparency and purpose, Symplicity said.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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EBRI: Employees less worried about mental well-being
Roughly 1 in 5 workers noted an increase in their company’s efforts to manage their well-being, the report found.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Career growth may not be a cure-all for front-line employee unhappiness
Many front-line employees told Axonify their top measure of success is accomplishing all of the day’s tasks — pointing to a need for better staffing.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Top Employers4 ways to adapt your workforce to today’s business challenges
Navigate evolving workforce challenges and opportunities with strategies to help future-proof your business.
Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Most employees say they’re burned out and restless, leading to lower engagement
More workers want to change jobs, especially for more flexibility, better benefits and career development opportunities.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 1, 2024
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