Study: Smartphones at the desk crush productivity

Banning workplace digital devices is not realistic, but these findings can give HR leaders and employers insight on internal behaviors.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 31, 2016

Are 'digital leaders' the new breed of successful CHROs?

Leaders that can adapt to today's technically modern, diverse market are delivering better business results, according to a new study.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 31, 2016

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A deep dive into the future of work

With shifting employee expecations and the sudden ubiquity of AI, uncertainity is the only certainty in the future of work, workforce experts say. But there are steps HR can take to cope.

By HR Dive staff

So-called 'soft' skills remain hard to find

Employers nationwide are having a tough time finding workers who can "communicate clearly, take initiative, problem-solve and get along with co-workers."

By Tom Starner • Aug. 31, 2016

The top 7 trends in modern workforce management

The workforce has evolved, and workforce management needs to keep pace.

By Melissa Albanes • Aug. 30, 2016

Ransomware continues to plague HR data security

HR is especially susceptible to attack due to being adjacent to multiple company operations.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 30, 2016

For retail HR, closing stores may require consulting employment counsel

Avoiding a class-action lawsuit is of high priority for employers in such a situation.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 30, 2016

Survey: Baby boomers tend to have biggest 'workplace egos'

Household cooks, CEOs and art directors all top the list, as well. 

By Tom Starner • Aug. 30, 2016

How Humana improved diversity and included those with disabilities

"Everyone wants to matter. Everyone wants to be invited to lunch," said A.J. Hubbard, director of inclusion and diversity. 

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 30, 2016

EEOC issues first retaliation guidance update since 1998

The Supreme Court has made seven decisions regarding retaliation since the original guidance was published — and retaliation claims continue to grow.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 29, 2016

Survey: Gig economy growth predictions may be premature

The independent contractor trend may be slowing down, according to Deloitte.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 26, 2016

Boomers, millennials agree: Retirement planning tech tools are needed

Employers are in a unique position to assist employees in making life-impacting decisions about personal finances, retirement savings and health.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 26, 2016

Why 'middle managers' are an employer's most important leaders

Middle managers may not be getting their due when it comes to workforce impact — especially considering their power over employee engagement.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 25, 2016

Why some companies are turning to social media for benefits communication

Internal social platforms and networks can foster collaboration the way Facebook and Twitter do when used right.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 25, 2016

Report: More than half of employees 'open' to leaving in 2016

The improving economy is good news for the vast majority of Americans, but it might not be as kind to HR leaders struggling to keep people around.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 25, 2016

Startup NYC ride provider to ignore independent contractor model

A challenger to the Uber-Lyft ride market will provide full benefits to its employee drivers.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 24, 2016

NLRB decides grad students can form unions

In a 3-1 decision, the NLRB said the National Labor Relations Act "contains no clear language prohibiting student assistants from its coverage."

By Tom Starner • Aug. 24, 2016

What the Olympics can teach employers about teamwork

Angel Bovee, a former Team USA world champion boxer, helps young athletes adapt to the working world.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 23, 2016

How to manage employee voting rights come November

There is no federal rule for voting leave, meaning employers will have to pay attention to a myriad of different state laws.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 23, 2016

Patagonia CEO explains why their on-site child care plan is a win-win

The program has paid off via revenues and retention rates.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 18, 2016

Survey: 37% of employees are 'always looking for the next job opportunity'

Battling this emerging "continuous candidate" trend is critical for employers who want to keep their talent budgets in check.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 18, 2016

Study: Women CEOs are unfairly under more shareholder scrutiny

With all other factors being equal, female CEOs have a 27% higher likelihood of facing shareholder activism. White male CEOs face a near-zero percent chance.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 17, 2016

Employers who 'ghost' job candidates hurt their brand

It has been part of the recruiting landscape for a long time, but it's bad form even for busy employers.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 17, 2016

For virtual employees, work-life 'integration' is the goal

Work-life balance is now largely regarded as out of date—and, frankly, impossible. 

By Tom Starner • Aug. 16, 2016

SAP latest to nix annual performance reviews

The company called its current process "too expensive, time-consuming and often demotivating."

By Tom Starner • Aug. 15, 2016

The case for boosting low-wage worker incomes

One columnist notes that better wages will help low-income women in particular and increase family stability.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 15, 2016