Gartner: Lack of hybrid work norms may cause workers to leave

The best hybrid work models offer employees three or more days of remote work per week, the consulting firm said.

By Ryan Golden • April 21, 2023

‘The needle is not moving’: HR must rethink employee engagement, SHRM speaker says

Typical engagement-focused perks — awards, free food, clean offices and recognition from co-workers — are not enough to keep top talent, Davis M. Robinson said.

By Ryan Golden • April 21, 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

Employers aren’t investing in employee connection, Eagle Hill says

To improve their efforts, employers should evaluate what’s already in place and listen to what employees say they need, the consulting firm said.

By Laurel Kalser • April 20, 2023

IT managers say surveillance tools create worker anxiety, burnout

Productivity monitoring tools may lead to declining employee loyalty and reduced trust in leadership, according to a 1E survey.

By Ryan Golden • April 20, 2023

Hiring veterans isn’t just about talent acquisition. It’s about retention, too.

SHRM Talent conference speaker Omari Faulkner warned against hiring veterans without the proper environment to welcome them.

By Caroline Colvin • April 19, 2023

How hiring back retirees can fill the talent gap

On the heels of rekindled retirement age debates, a session at SHRM’s Talent Conference posited an unpopular opinion.

By Caroline Colvin • April 18, 2023

Independent restaurant hiring reaches six-month high

In March, 61% of independent operators hired permanent and temporary employees compared to 50% in February, according to Alignable data. 

By Julie Littman • April 17, 2023

Business leaders urge action on teacher shortage, employee literacy gap

Employee literacy is often linked to proficiency in elementary school years — even as early as in the pre-K years.

By Carolyn Crist • April 17, 2023

Barclays to cut 100 investment-banking jobs this week

The move marks at least the second head count reduction at the bank within the past five months. 

By Dan Ennis • April 17, 2023

Calling workers ‘family’ a red flag, job candidates say

When HR pros refer to colleagues as “family,” it worries potential employees that there aren’t boundaries between work and home, a People Managing People survey found.

By Ginger Christ • April 14, 2023

Unequal pain: Tech and transportation predicted to shed jobs while food service hoards labor

The risk of job loss varies by industry, but information services faces the highest risk, The Conference Board predicts.

By Laurel Kalser • April 14, 2023

AI is an increasingly hot topic. Here’s how Amazon is filling the tech skills gap.

“The good news is you don’t have to have a Ph.D. to become a data scientist,” an Amazon Web Services exec said.

By Caroline Colvin • April 13, 2023

Hooters franchisee settles DOJ claim that it refused worker’s I-9 documentation

The company must pay a penalty, provide back pay and train staff on the law’s requirements.

By Carolyn Crist • April 13, 2023

Beyond pay, financial stability increasingly used to draw talent

Workers want a comprehensive total rewards bundle, and talent acquisition pros are responding accordingly.

By Caroline Colvin • April 12, 2023

A resume gap can be ‘an automatic whammy’ for candidates. Returnships can bridge that gap.

Employers are increasingly turning to formal returnship programs that help people rejoin the workforce after taking time away.

By Ginger Christ • April 12, 2023

Travel budgets on the chopping block as employers eye sustainability goals

In addition to pressure from boards and investors, employers are facing consumer scrutiny and employee demands on a number of ESG principles.

By Kate Tornone • April 11, 2023

Contractor to expand job training program for blind, visually impaired workers nationwide

The announcement is one of several efforts to build talent pipelines by reaching out to individuals with disabilities.

By Ryan Golden • April 11, 2023

Study: Summer 2023 internship outlook wavers

Year over year, fewer companies reported plans to expand intern hiring programs.

By Caroline Colvin • April 10, 2023

HR leaders voice confidence about hiring and retention this year

In upcoming months, developing leaders and culture will become priorities, survey respondents said.

By Carolyn Crist • April 10, 2023

One-size-fits-all hybrid policies negatively affect employee performance

Tailored options appear to alleviate these consequences, according to a report from The Hackett Group.

By Carolyn Crist • April 7, 2023

Walking to work is, weirdly, a privilege

In their latest Employee Experience column, Caroline Colvin re-assesses the good intentions behind National Walk to Work Day.

By Caroline Colvin • April 6, 2023

Women feel excluded in cybersecurity roles, study says

A lack of career and growth opportunities, as well as a lack of respect from company leadership, direct managers and peers may hold women back.

By Carolyn Crist • April 6, 2023

Self-imposed pressure keeps employees from fully unplugging during time off

Managers can play a critical role in helping direct reports feel comfortable stepping away from the job, Eagle Hill’s CEO told HR Dive.

By Laurel Kalser • April 6, 2023

Fewer job posts are advertising benefits, according to labor market report

Hiring may be cooling off in some areas but it remains strong overall, according to Indeed Hiring Lab.

By Carolyn Crist • April 5, 2023

CEO turnover soars to highest point since January 2020

More women are stepping into the top role now as well.

By Carolyn Crist • April 5, 2023