Half of job seekers say DEI is a major factor in deciding where to work

While some companies continue to strengthen their DEI efforts, others are cutting back, according to an Eagle Hill report.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 11, 2023

Conquer the STEM staffing shortage with retention, not recruitment

It’s paramount that the HR community continue to share their successes, and their setbacks, amid challenging times, writes Janet Brewer, CPO of Arcfield.

By Janet Brewer • Sept. 11, 2023

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Welcome to the ‘Great Gloom’: Employees seem unhappier than ever

Employee satisfaction has declined steadily since 2020, according to a BambooHR dataset.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 8, 2023

Unemployment rises sharply in nearly 1 in 5 major metro areas

A dramatic increase in unemployment nationwide can serve as an indicator of a potential recession, a Glassdoor report said.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 8, 2023

Walmart lowers starting wage for some store workers

Newly hired employees who stock shelves or fulfill online orders are no longer being offered an extra dollar per hour.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2023

Inside Pinterest’s year of flexible work

One year after implementing a flexible work policy, Pinterest has a more distributed workforce and a wider pool for recruiting, the company’s chief people officer told HR Dive.

By Ginger Christ • Sept. 7, 2023

Micromanaging bosses are a workplace red flag, workers say

Non-flexible 9-to-5 work hours and weekly progress meetings are also pain points for workers, a Monster.com survey found.

By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 7, 2023

Vassar College pays female professors less than male peers, suit alleges

The school is one of the Seven Sisters, a group of women’s colleges that says it strives toward women’s equity.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 6, 2023

How coworking in DC reflects the latest RTO push

President Joe Biden’s federal RTO mandate sets the tone for the country and for Washington, D.C., more so. Here’s how one coworking space is helping ease the transition.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 6, 2023

Murderers, marauders and people managers: An HR podcast for your queue

If you like your lunch break with a side of HR-inspired whodunit, Murder in HR starring Kate Mara and Brett Gelman might be on your wavelength.

By Ginger Christ • Sept. 6, 2023

Chipotle takes Gen Z behind the scenes to recruit new employees

The chain is rolling out social media content highlighting employee perks and inside scoops as it attempts to recruit staff from a younger generation.

By Jessica Deyo • Sept. 6, 2023

Are new grads ready? Employers don’t think so.

In some cases, the problem isn’t workers not being ready but that they have different expectations for work compared to their older counterparts, experts said.

By Jen A. Miller • Sept. 5, 2023

Remote workers are less likely to take vacation, analysis shows

While remote employees may face less burnout, Gusto posits, they may worry about the optics of taking time off.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 5, 2023

Criminal history questions come with new limits for federal contractors, agencies

Regulations issued Friday also establish a complaint procedure for alleged violations.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 5, 2023

Labor Day 2023 marks pivotal moment in labor, union history

As uncomfortable as employers and HR may be with the “u” word, it’s becoming impossible to ignore.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 1, 2023

Job candidates are viewed differently if they discuss mental health online

Applicants who post about anxiety and depression may appear less emotionally stable and less conscientious, a study found.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 1, 2023

Worker confidence in AI may be growing despite unease about the tech

HR and technology professionals believe generative AI will create more demand for their skills, according to a report from consulting firm Robert Half.

By Laurel Kalser • Aug. 31, 2023

Fewer job posts require degrees, though hiring hasn’t caught up

While the intention to hire people without degrees is seemingly growing, hiring practices remain influenced by traditional requirements, LinkedIn data shows.

By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 31, 2023

Are workers quitting due to racism? Studies suggest a tipping point

Subtle racism and exclusion in the workplace are key reasons for BIPOC attrition, multiple studies show.

By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 30, 2023

Despite productivity gains, manufacturers still struggle to find talent

Some manufacturers are diversifying their candidate pools to fill labor gaps, including by proactively recruiting women.

By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 30, 2023

Dunkin’ faces first union push in 12 years

A Cincinnati unit is the chain’s first to try to unionize in over a decade, after workers filed for an election with the National Labor Relations Board.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 29, 2023

Which AI skills are in demand?

While generative AI is comparatively newer in the AI space, the search for AI skills has troubled employers for some time.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 29, 2023

9 in 10 companies will return to office by end of 2024, survey says

Flexible schedule options and certain benefits may help retain employees amid the transition to more in-person work.

By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 29, 2023

Hiring slowdown and worker stagnation among job trends this year

Across all industries, the median 12-month voluntary turnover rate has declined by 20% year-over-year, according to Workday.

By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 29, 2023

McDonald’s anti-poaching case to proceed, 7th Circuit rules

The circuit court said the case could be reconsidered as a class-action lawsuit.

By Ginger Christ • Aug. 28, 2023