Newspaper case shows why sexual harassment can be complex for HR managers

A newspaper reporter revealed a source had been sexually harassing her. Some questioned how HR handled her situation.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 13, 2015

Starbucks brewing fresh approach to employee engagement

Using a method called Narrative Analytics, Starbucks looked to uncover both the good and the bad "narratives" via Glassdoor.com.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 12, 2015

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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

The 'dangerous triangle' presented by remote work

Shoddy documentation of hours worked remotely could lead to Department of Labor scrutiny thanks to new overtime rules.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 11, 2015

NYC tries to sack deceased employee for not coming to work

Some news of the weird. Can an employer fire an employee who is no longer alive? One group accidentally tried.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 11, 2015

HR leaders need to build a personal brand

Some tips for how HR pros can separate themselves from the pack. 

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2015

HR flexibility, creativity required when building transgender workplace policy

When Symantec had one of its own come out as transgender six years ago, both the employee and his manager joined forces to create a suitable policy.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2015

Another 'on-demand' employer goes the W2 route

Sprig, which delivers organic gourmet meals, reclassified their employees -- partly to increase customer and worker loyalty.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2015

Beyond gender and ethnicity, another diversity challenge

In a recent survey, 61% of CHROs report there is a less discussed type of workforce diversity that is critical to success.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 6, 2015

New ways to keep negativity at bay in the workplace

Negativity can scuttle success across an enterprise, but Fast Company outlines ways to combat such a scenario.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 6, 2015

Why employers should encourage employee advocacy

Pitfalls are possible, but employees can be some of your best PR people if they know what to do.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 6, 2015

Companies inspire consumers by actually working by their values

Customers and clients can tell when a company is only paying lip service to values -- and their dollars go to those they feel are actually authentic.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 5, 2015

To lead strong teams, don't forget praise

It can go a long way in motivating your employees and encouraging them to do their best work.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 5, 2015

'Resilience' may be more than just a wellness buzzword

Resiliency is the latest corporate wellness theory -- but Goldman Sachs, known for its high-stress environment, has seriously taken it to heart.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 4, 2015

Actions speak louder than words: HR and outspoken CEOs

If a company is "acting on its values," employees need to be treated like they are a part of that movement -- or else they may jump ship.

By Kathryn Moody • July 31, 2015

How one company bonds its bi-coastal workforce

For smaller companies with distant offices, using a combination of face-to-face meetings and tech tools can build a winning culture.

By Tom Starner • July 30, 2015

Expert: Treating genders alike helped create the glass ceiling

A leading consultant says ignoring differences between men and women in business has hurt the latter in making progress towards top jobs.

By Tom Starner • July 30, 2015

HR needs to make itself known during merger deals

With M&A activity on the rise, HR should use its expertise during deals to deliver impact and get that coveted "seat at the table."

By Tom Starner • July 29, 2015

To improve engagement, look to your own culture -- not to a metric

You might not need all that expensive consulting, after all. 

By Tom Starner • July 28, 2015

Business schools need to step up their HR programs

Management strategies are hurting due to the lack of investment, says one expert.

By Tom Starner • July 28, 2015

Why one CEO lets his employees elect their bosses

Yet another innovative management style straight out of tech start-up land.

By Kathryn Moody • July 28, 2015

Internal survey for disability equality challenges employers to change

The Disability Equality Index is free and transparent -- and may be a way to gauge your company's actual support of people with disablities.

By Tom Starner • July 28, 2015

A global workforce calls for centralized HR practices

Doing business across borders calls for an HR approach that cements a common culture across offices and protects the company from legal trouble.

By Tom Starner • July 27, 2015

Annual performance reviews losing luster, but be wary with alternatives

Experts warn that any alternative performance gauges must eliminate personal prejudices to be effective replacements.

By Tom Starner • July 27, 2015

Keep key employees by practicing what you preach

Workers today value openness as much as their paycheck. HR leaders who ignore that could lose top talent.

By Tom Starner • July 23, 2015

Twitter team hosts "fratty" party despite ongoing discrimination lawsuit

A Twitter spokesman says it was the work of one team, but it couldn't have come at a more awkward time.

By Kathryn Moody • July 23, 2015