Google hires new global head of people operations

Fiona Cicconi begins her position amid controversy surrounding a prominent Google researcher's termination.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 21, 2020

NSC calls on policymakers to fund digital skill-building opportunities

"Tens of millions" of workers lack digital skills — a problem that has demanded the attention of stakeholders in recent years.

By Katie Clarey • Dec. 21, 2020

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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

Employers say floating paid holidays support flexibility, inclusivity

The coronavirus pandemic also prompted "several different changes to workplace paid time off," according to the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 18, 2020

Survey: Top levers of manager effectiveness include recognition and one-on-one meetings

A survey from Achievers asked employees to identify the most prevalent management and coaching deficiencies.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 18, 2020

Coronavirus cued digital shifts with strong ROI, survey says

There's a "silver lining" to acceleration into the digital age, a Randstad Technologies Group executive said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 17, 2020

Report: Pandemic prompts more independent work

As employers look to save costs during the pandemic — and workers scramble to make up losses from layoffs or pay cuts — gig work has skyrocketed.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 17, 2020

Will remote workers who move be paid less? Not necessarily, employers say

Though cutting pay for those who relocate outside popular talent hubs may be employers' "gut reaction," there's more to consider, one source told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 16, 2020

Best Buy commits $44M to diverse hiring, community engagement

By 2025, the retailer said it seeks to fill 1 in 3 new, non-hourly corporate positions with candidates who are Black, Indigenous and people of color.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 16, 2020

How to revamp your remote onboarding process for 2021

In a year of reinvention for many companies, onboarding has required a new approach, Megan DePorter, director of people operations at HealthJoy, writes.

By Megan DePorter • Dec. 16, 2020

Can impact hiring diversify entry-level talent pools?

The purpose of impact hiring "is really working to open up new pipelines of talent, more diverse pipelines of talent," a Generation USA manager said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 16, 2020

Hiring plans improve heading into 2021, ManpowerGroup survey shows

Despite the optimism, employers are concerned recruiting and hiring will remain a challenge in this market.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 15, 2020

Technical subjects dominate Coursera's list of most popular content

Using data on usage from its enterprise partners, the online learning company identified the most popular courses and trending skills.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 14, 2020

Hawaii launches temporary residency program to attract remote workers

The program, Movers & Shakas, will offer participants a free round-trip flight to Hawaii in addition to discounted hotel stays, co-working space and other amenities.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 14, 2020

Salary increases shrunk during the past two years, survey shows

The Salary.com survey also revealed gaps in employers' compensation communications.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 11, 2020

2021 workplace trends show an emphasis on people, ADP studies say

"The human element is playing a more profound role at work," an ADP executive said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 11, 2020

DOJ sues Facebook, says company 'reserved' open jobs for temporary visa holders

The company's alleged practices "discriminate against U.S. workers" and have "adverse consequences" for visa holders, the agency said.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 10, 2020

Vettery acquires Hired to advance recruiting marketplace model

Hired's expertise in the tech space and its proprietary data made it an ideal acquisition, Vettery's CEO said.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 10, 2020

Pandemic drives 5-year high in perceived workforce risk, international survey shows

COVID-19 has necessitated an "evolution" of the ways in which organizations protect workers from threats, according to an International SOS executive.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 9, 2020

Executives of the Year: People + Work Connect's co-founders

In just 14 business days, four HR executives from four companies founded a platform to tackle COVID-19-induced job displacement.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 9, 2020

The HR Dive Awards for 2020

In tackling a pandemic and widespread social unrest, these companies and executives displayed HR leadership in a time of crisis.

By HR Dive Team • Dec. 9, 2020

Company of the Year: TIAA

The organization rose to meet the nationwide challenges of 2020 with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion and employee engagement.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 9, 2020

Google, SHRM Foundation partner to improve diversity at US tech firms

The partnership aims to equip HR professionals "with programs that create economic opportunity, promote inclusive hiring practices, and provide essential digital skills training."

By Katie Clarey • Dec. 8, 2020

Court strikes down Trump administration's H-1B rules

The administration sought to reduce the issuance of the "skilled worker" visas by enforcing stricter degree requirements and requiring higher salary ranges.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 8, 2020

With HR supporting remote employees, IT steps up to fill technical gaps

A holistic approach to supporting remote work requires all business units to collaborate in support of the employee — but especially IT and HR. 

By Katie Malone • Dec. 7, 2020

IBM apologizes to computer scientist fired in 1968 because of her gender transition

Lynn Conway, whom IBM awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award, "forever changed microelectronics, devices, and people's lives," an executive said.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 7, 2020