There's a significant pay gap between CHROs and the rest of the C-Suite

CHROs finished dead last in total cash compensation among C-Suite peers in 2015, and gender probably played a role.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 4, 2016

Why ERGs drive the growth of workplace diversity, and much more

Employee resource groups (ERGs) foster workplace diversity, but new research suggests they can significantly impact citizenship and innovation.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 4, 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

How early promotion setbacks are hurting women in the workplace

A 2016 study found that a "first promotion" disadvantage is likely keeping women from moving up the ranks.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 3, 2016

NSC survey: One-third of employees don't feel prepared for emergencies

But 75% of managers and supervisors feel the opposite is true.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 3, 2016

Virgin announces 'Digital Detox': Will it help distracted employees?

Virgin Management, an investment and brand licensing segment of Virgin Group, is giving its 200 employees a weekly break from email.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 30, 2016

Tech firms look to motivate employee voting with a day off

By encouraging and helping workers to vote, employers can also boost engagement.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 29, 2016

Employees still lack basic healthcare benefits knowledge

According to a new survey, American healthcare consumers still lack basic knowledge when making healthcare coverage decisions.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 28, 2016

Why employer 'duty of care' policies may need a fresh look

Recent geopolitical events are driving many employers to rethink and update their regulations for international employees.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 27, 2016

Survey: HR is not spending enough time vetting candidate resumes

Anecdotes from the new CareerBuilder study reveal some amusing miscues by candidates.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 27, 2016

WeWork changes handbook language, settles NLRB case

It was one of two pending NLRB cases for the company.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 27, 2016

Dollar General hit with $277K in ADA case damages

Dollar General, a large retail chain, made the decision to fire a diabetic worker for violating a "no grazing" policy. It cost them nearly $300,000 in a jury trial.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 26, 2016

House bill looks to delay overtime rule change by six months

But it will face a veto even if passed.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 26, 2016

Paperless business landscape remains a pipe dream

The total amount of office paperwork used in the U.S. alone is staggering, but there may be an end in sight (in say, 15-20 years).

By Tom Starner • Sept. 23, 2016

Why HR should pay more attention to job titles

Job titles may seem relatively minor to most, but employees have strong opinions about them.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 23, 2016

Despite lawsuits, employers need to focus on overtime rule change strategies

Employers with hourly workforces must face the facts: Times are changing.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 22, 2016

Gig economy growth approached $800B in 2015

The gig economy includes any contingent work, such as independent contracting, consulting, freelancing, seasonal work and other temporary work.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 22, 2016

Survey: Boring communications, learning signal low engagement

But it turns out employees have ideas on how to improve it.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 22, 2016

Study: Assessment testing in recruiting is gaining in popularity

Employers are looking for recruitment solutions that reduce bias and engage applicants.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 22, 2016

How Zillow's culture has proven to be a key success factor

Zillow, the online real estate company, created a winning culture early on. 11 years later, it's thriving.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 21, 2016

It's wait-and-see for annual performance review alternatives

Such reviews still exist but are losing traction. Are the supposed replacements any better?

By Tom Starner • Sept. 21, 2016

Survey: Millennials disconnected from employers, institutions

Their fondness for traditional political institutions and employers are significantly lower when compared to older generations.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 21, 2016

Expert: 'Transboarding' is critical when managing the internal talent pipeline

It is one way to ensure that recruiting from within is both easy and successful.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 20, 2016

Fantasy sports leagues require similar employer strategy to other e-distractions

While the article mentions the idea of conducting internal office pools (no entry fees, etc.) as a way to build culture, managing that could be problematic.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 20, 2016

Hospitality industry wage and hour woes fueled by FLSA complexity

Approximately 30 hotels, restaurants and bars across America are hit with a FLSA prosecution every day.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 20, 2016

House Dems propose bill to ban pay history questions

The DOL would have the power to levy fines up to $10,000 against employers who violate the law. Its chances may be slim, however.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 20, 2016