US tech salaries down slightly, but the market favors candidates

A 1.1% decrease in average salaries comes down to demand, as companies need to hire junior candidates to fill senior roles. 

By Brian Eastwood • Nov. 22, 2021

How the EEO-1's binary gender options make HR's job more difficult

An HR pro's call to action shows how nonbinary people are misgendered in the name of compliance.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 21, 2021

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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

COVID-safe holiday office parties don't have to be boring

'Tis the season to make some hard decisions.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 19, 2021

Mental health at work: How to turn awareness into action

Business leaders have an obligation to prioritize mental health, writes Yahoo's head of global business partnering, talent and people operations.

By Lisa Moore • Nov. 19, 2021

Driver referrals in the age of social media: A modern twist on recruitment

Peer engagement demystifies the industry and creates solidarity among truckers, which can make the job more attractive.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 19, 2021

Labor complaint against NCAA sets stage for fight over college athlete unionization

An advocacy group says the NCAA interferes with labor laws and student-athletes' union rights.

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 18, 2021

WSJ: Activision Blizzard CEO knew about sexual misconduct claims

The ongoing company saga has shaken the industry, illustrating how HR can sanction bad behaviors.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 18, 2021

What do employees say would reduce burnout? Less work

"Both employers and employees are near the breaking point," according to Eagle Hill Consulting's CEO.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 18, 2021

4 in 10 managers let employees pick their own hours, study finds

While flexibility at work is increasing, workers remain stressed.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 16, 2021

Certified IT employees deliver $10K more in yearly business value: report

More than nine in 10 tech workers possess at least one IT certification, according to a report from Skillsoft.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 16, 2021

'Ignorance is not going to be an excuse': Lessons from Facebook's hiring scandal

As part of its settlement with DOJ, Facebook will pay up to $9.5 million to those impacted by its alleged discrimination against U.S. applicants.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 16, 2021

Remote rudeness: Workers less civil now, study says

A rise in rudeness is due to a lack of face-to-face contact, a Korn Ferry report suggested.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 16, 2021

AI could improve team culture, report says

AI has garnered more attention in a post-pandemic world, but employers could land in hot water if they aren't careful.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 16, 2021

How to make H-1B workers part of a global talent strategy

Trump-era H-1B visa rules have been overturned by a federal court, making it easier for companies to hire foreign workers amid the labor shortage.

By Steve Black • Nov. 15, 2021

DOL kills Trump-era apprenticeship rule

The original IRAP executive order and rule allowed for the creation of apprenticeship programs by third parties.

By Kathryn Moody • Updated Sept. 23, 2022

6 strategies for making high-quality hires quickly in this strange new job market

Heading into this new era of work, increase your odds of making quality, long-term hires.

Nov. 15, 2021

Employers must understand, act on societal issues to attract Gen Z, EY says

The pandemic has presented a roller coaster of a job market to younger workers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 12, 2021

Helmets to Hardhats exec: Veterans can help combat labor issues

As the country celebrates Veterans Day, the organization's new executive director discusses how former service members can help solve construction's worker shortage.

By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 11, 2021

Study: Talent leaders miss 'the simple things' to increase DEI

While employers say they consider DEI goals important, company policy often falls short.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 11, 2021

Should employers take a chance on 'boomerang' employees?

Employees who ask to return to a job they've quit — so-called boomerangs — can carry a stigma. One academic who studies the trend says employers should consider them.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 9, 2021

Survey: Improving quality of hire tops list of US recruiters' goals for next 12 months

Among priorities for the next year, building talent pipelines fell — even though some executives have advised needy employers to do just that.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 9, 2021

Does your recruiting process need an accessibility makeover?

With a bit of time and a lot of intentionality, HR pros can improve inclusion during the hiring process.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 9, 2021

Demand for AI, emerging tech skills stand out in IT talent shortage

The rise in emerging tech hiring shows a resurgence of AI, automation and robotics activities in the enterprise, according to CompTIA.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 8, 2021

STEM workers abandon coasts for the Silicon Slopes

Buoyed by strong economic and cultural health, Utah has grown precipitously in recent years. The pandemic has only hastened its transition into a burgeoning worker utopia.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 8, 2021

4 communication tips for successful employee surveys

Here are four tactics to help you improve communication and trust in your survey process.  

Nov. 8, 2021