40% of tech workers in poll faced retaliation from HR

A company that resolves to improve diversity and inclusion must also ensure employees can bring forth concerns without fear of reprisal.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019

Finding the right talent is 2019's top pain point for CEOs

Four of the CEOs' five biggest challenges relate to talent optimization, a Predictive Index report revealed.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019

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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

Report: Women are assaulted on the job at more than twice the rate of men

Women disproportionately face other work-related injuries and illnesses, too, such as accidental injuries caused by another person.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2019

Women undersell themselves on resumes, report finds

Women fail to promote soft skills like time-management and leadership, according to job search engine Adzuna.

By Riia O'Donnell • March 14, 2019

Grads are getting fewer job offers, but they're still selective

"Graduates in 2018 thought they could do better given how hot the market was for the previous class," researchers said in the report. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019

Managers rule out a third of candidates after reference checks

A survey shows reference checks aren't outdated hiring protocols; they still provide managers with vital information on candidates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019

Harvard Business Publishing taps Degreed for learning platform

L&D partnerships have reinforced of late that employers' approaches to upskilling need to be learner-centric to be successful.

By Morgan Fecto • March 14, 2019

Managers say robots beat out humans for high-quality work

A recent study revealed that 65% of managers would keep the same level of automation they've attained, even if cost-saving effects didn't transpire.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 14, 2019

Employees aren't engaged — but aren't leaving either

Employee engagement platform provider Achievers called this phenomenon a "major workplace complacency conundrum." 

By Riia O'Donnell • March 14, 2019

Gen Z expects coaching from bosses, early promotions

Though some expect a six-figure salary at the peak of their career, few Gen Zers believe they'll be able to pay off student loans, a survey found.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019

Study: CEO support is key to closing the gender gap

Without senior management buy-in, change that would bring equal opportunity for female workers is less sustainable.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019

Ban-the-box rules help the formerly incarcerated find jobs, study shows

The research showed banning the box increased employment in high-crime U.S. neighborhoods by up to 4%. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 13, 2019

The talent textbook: How to ace the exit interview

The exit interview may not be the stuff of high drama, but it is absolutely critical for talent professionals investigating attrition and trying to improve retention.

By Morgan Fecto • March 13, 2019

The workplace's open secret: flawed managers

Respondents to a recent survey said managers are overwhelmed and biased, but many are aware of their shortcomings and asking employers for training.

By Riia O'Donnell • March 13, 2019

Detroit welcomes $30M skilled trades training center

The program could come at a critical time for Michigan businesses, which require 15,000 workers to fill openings in skilled trade industries each year.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • March 12, 2019

Career site Fairygodboss raises $10M to offer services geared toward women

Women-oriented career companies are growing, as are job review sites — and Fairygodboss represents both.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019

US small businesses plan 2019 hiring spree with eye to 'customer growth' roles

Positions in areas like sales and marketing, customer service and IT dominate a recent hiring plan survey of small businesses by Clutch.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019

McDonald's bets on 'augmented writing' to curb bias in job descriptions

The tech also is expected to help hiring managers and recruiters write job postings that reflect the chain's brand voice.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 12, 2019

February job growth stagnates, unemployment falls to 3.8%

While month-by-month job reports are snapshots in time, February's low jobs gain may be reason to watch future reports for signs of slowdown.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 11, 2019

Study: US ranks 15th of best 16 countries for working women

HR can remove barriers to women's advancement and overall well-being in the workplace by stepping up hiring efforts and making workplaces more inclusive.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 11, 2019

How established companies can beat disruptors at recruiting

To compete, legacy companies may want to double down on things that seem less trendy but are highly appealing to the right audiences.

By Riia O'Donnell • March 11, 2019

Home Depot to hire 80K workers using proprietary tech

Technology for such big-box retailers streamlines functions that were once time-consuming and burdensome for managers and HR professionals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 11, 2019

Survey reveals top 5 ways employers control healthcare costs

With experts predicting a rise in healthcare costs for 2019, it may come as no surprise employers have diversified their cost-cutting measures.

By Lisa Burden • March 8, 2019

ADP debuts 'Always Designing for People' rebrand

With its new branding, ADP will roll out a multimedia marketing campaign that asks the workforce: What are you working for?

By Morgan Fecto • March 8, 2019

Women won't gain leadership parity until 2073 — unless execs step in now

The IBM report recommended employers create a culture of inclusion and hold senior executives accountable for gender equality results.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 8, 2019