Researchers: Workplace bullying impact reaches beyond the victims

It has an insidious affect on the workplace by drawing in bystanders as witnesses and perpetuating a negative work environment.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017

Uber CEO Kalanick officially resigns

The decision was pushed by shareholders, who saw stepping down as 'not enough.' But now Uber faces a massive leadership gap and questions over its business model.

By Kathryn Moody • June 21, 2017

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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

Study: Employers aware of cybersecurity threats but not proactive enough

Employers are focused on the cyber threats they know best, mainly viruses and malware, and continue using dated tactics when there are more threats to fight.  

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017

Despite new technologies, 95% of companies still use email as main communication tool

Although mail clutters up in-boxes and can be a major workplace distraction, it's often viewed as more business-appropriate than chat apps or social media.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 21, 2017

Paychex: Only 13% of SMB HR departments seen as 'primarily administrative'

The survey is good news for HR leaders aiming to be seen as a strategic partner, especially during periods of growth. Technology has played a large role.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017

Revised HRCI exam for HR professionals focuses on analytics, global leadership

The changes reflect the ongoing transformation occurring within HR departments, which are becoming more important to business strategy than ever before.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017

Study: 63% of employees say they would turn down jobs without PTO

Generous PTO policies may be an overlooked recruiting tool for employers, despite employees not using all the time they are offered.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017

HSA changes in GOP health plan could mean incentives for employers

As more employers offer them, the government seems to want to improve access in turn.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2017

Is pervasive ageism employers' next discrimination challenge?

Ageism in the workplace could be holding both employers and employees back as companies struggle to find the talent they need.

By Ryan Golden • June 19, 2017

Employers say they'd keep popular ACA benefits if law is repealed

A change in benefits is often perceived by employees as a loss. To avoid that outcome, employers may keep to the status quo.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017

After Amazon buys Whole Foods, will automation sweep grocery?

The acquisition could bring the automation concerns that have plagued the industry to the forefront. But recruiters will still be hunting for customer service talent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017

Mobile functionality may be the key to making company intranets more appealing

Intranets don't have to be icky, says French app maker Workwell. But will they have to battle newcomers, like workplace chat apps, for future dominance?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2017

Up to 30% of vacationers stay connected to the office, and that's a problem

Notably, 43% of American workers said they don’t take a vacation because they can’t afford it, meaning burnout is a real risk.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 16, 2017

Trump orders federal job training funds funneled to apprenticeships

While the issue is largely bipartisan, the discussion around job training has rekindled the skills-gap debate.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 16, 2017

Prudential: Women's 401k account savings are one-third lower than men's

Women trail men in retirement savings partly due to expectations they will be default caregivers, forcing them to leave the workforce.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 16, 2017

Mastercard extends its bereavement leave to 20 days

Inspired by Facebook's extension, the credit card company made changes to fit its global employee base.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 15, 2017

Judge grants 3 former NYC Uber workers unemployment benefits

The decision, which essentially calls the drivers employees, doesn't bode well for the Uber business model, at least in New York City.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 15, 2017

Accenture sets staffing goal of 50% women and 50% men by 2025

CEO Pierre Nanterme said the company's ultimate goal is to create a "gender-balanced workforce."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 15, 2017

Transgender employee fired for company critique on social media

The EEOC sued the company for firing a transgender worker who posted a negative Glassdoor review.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2017

Uber CEO Kalanick takes an 'indefinite leave' from company operations

The announcement follows months of handling sexual harassment and other misconduct allegations. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2017

Study: 65% of independent workers chose freelancing because they wanted to

Independent workers currently make up 31% of the private sector workforce. In other words: The gig economy is here to stay. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2017

Bloomberg: Labor law enforcement shaky with no wage and hour head

Local investigations have pared down, reflecting a DOL that is relaxing regulations overall.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2017

More than 150 CEOs from around the world sign diversity pact

​The CEOs are vowing to develop workplaces in which different experiences and perspectives are encouraged and respected.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 13, 2017

Truck driver charges United Van Lines with employee misclassification

An employee claimed the company required drivers to pay for fuel, repairs, lease payments and other expenses while paying them less than the minimum wage.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 13, 2017

Billion-dollar startup shuts down offices and makes all workers remote

Only 30 of the company's 550 employees live in the San Francisco area, with the remainder working remotely across 50 countries.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 13, 2017