Immediate feedback amplifies positive candidate experience

Referrals and phone calls also affect whether a candidate will engage with an employer in the future, according to a Talent Board report.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 11, 2019

Most full-time US workers are happy, according to survey

Happy employees also are three times more likely to attend after-work events and 25% more likely to eat lunch with co-workers, Wrike said.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 8, 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

Indeed: Atlanta remains the top spot for telecommuters

For those employers that have decided to incorporate remote workers, clear expectations may keep telecommuting options from creating problems.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 8, 2019

Companies to act as 'stewards of society' through CSR programs

A vast majority of employers surveyed by Deloitte said they plan to take greater stances on social issues in 2019.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 8, 2019

Report: A record number of CEOs stepped down in January

Many exits are due to companies seeking new leadership in this "strong, but uncertain" economy, the report said. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 8, 2019

SHRM: 83% of employers struggled to recruit suitable candidates in past year

The same percentage said the quality of job applicants also decreased.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2019

Facebook to tie employee bonuses to safety, security goals

Compensation may be a key way to send a message to employees about what the company values.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2019

Healthcare execs say they feel the pressure of job burnout

Almost two-thirds of respondents in a recent survey said they are unable to take vacation days, or can only do so rarely, due to their workload.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 7, 2019

Website accessibility lawsuits nearly tripled in 2018

With ADA Title III suits swelling from 814 to 2,258 in the course of a year, employers may need to take note — and take action.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2019

Trump touts deregulation, calls for national paid leave in State of the Union

The president also said Tuesday night that he supports an immigration system "that is safe, lawful, modern and secure."

By Kate Tornone • Feb. 6, 2019

Recruiters must embrace modernization to stay competitive

Fully embracing technology might help businesses conquer the talent shortage and skills gap once and for all, a new study claims.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2019

Hiring managers: Skilled workers have control of Silicon Valley's job market

Rapid business growth means a "buyers' market" for candidates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2019

The talent textbook: Welcome to onboarding

Onboarding has changed a lot in recent years — so let's talk timelines, tech and personalizing the process.

By Morgan Fecto • Feb. 6, 2019

8 in 10 employees would seek a new job after 1 bad day

While the majority are happy at work, dissatisfaction with the work environment and being passed over for promotion could prompt exit planning.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2019

How L&D can prevent 'mini-me syndrome' in leadership

Without a strong message from leadership and a learning program to back it up, diversity initiatives can't break C-suite barriers.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 5, 2019

Omaha wins top billing as a hub for young professionals

Employers are increasingly moving to where the workers are, either by enabling remote work or picking up and moving their HQs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 5, 2019

Nearly half of US workers in Paychex survey have raised pay equity concerns

Additionally, a majority of workers in each age group measured in the survey said it's important to work for an employer that is socially responsible.

By Katie Clarey , Lisa Burden • Feb. 5, 2019

Cannabis industry growth may put pressure on retail, hospitality employers

The cannabis-related business boom may force competitors to get creative with retention efforts.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 5, 2019

Walmart to give bonuses for perfect attendance

The retailer also will give most hourly associates up to 48 hours to use when they unexpectedly can't make it into work.

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 5, 2019

To recruit women, companies need to communicate and deliver on their values

A commitment to diversity is "truly the gift that keeps on giving," Randstad Sourceright's CEO Rebecca Henderson writes.

By Rebecca Henderson • Feb. 5, 2019

SHRM asks for skills gap relief ahead of State of the Union

"America's skills gap crisis is one of the greatest threats to our nation's long-term economic prosperity," SHRM CEO and president Johnny Taylor said.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 5, 2019

Unemployment rate climbed to 4% in January

The latest jobs report shows that it's still a candidate's market; the need for businesses to retain talent has never been greater, one expert said.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 4, 2019

Hiring managers plan to lean more heavily on staffing agencies

A recent study also revealed that 40% of employers keep recruitment efforts in-house to save money.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 4, 2019

Half of retail, hospitality workers still deal with paper schedules

Miscommunication and scheduling inconsistencies can drive down employee engagement, affecting a company’s bottom line.

By Morgan Fecto • Feb. 4, 2019

Study: 93% of CFOs struggle to find talent

Respondents said it can take a month or more to fill some finance and accounting positions.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 4, 2019