Women with disabilities, LGBTQ+ women face more disrespect at work

Women of color and other double-marginalized workers continue to face outsized barriers to career progress, McKinsey and Co. reported.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 11, 2023

A hiring paradox: Employers say they value their own older workers, but overlook older applicants

Workers age 45-64 are known to be an important asset, survey results indicate, but they struggle to land jobs due to hiring manager perception.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 11, 2023

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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

2024 HR conferences to pitch your boss

From tech to talent, here are some of the must-attend events for HR leaders this year.

By Caroline Colvin , Emilie Shumway • Updated Aug. 20, 2024

7 in 10 workers say they’ve lied on their resumes

Even higher percentages have lied in cover letters and job interviews, according to a new survey from ResumeLab.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 10, 2023

Office dress code: Shirt, shoes, shorts required?

U.S. Senators may not be able to wear shorts to work anymore, but that doesn’t mean you can’t.

By Ginger Christ • Oct. 10, 2023

From Amazon to Allbirds, nearly 50 major retailers announced layoffs this year

As companies turn to cost-cutting measures, there’s no shortage of big names slashing jobs — and not all of them are in dire financial straits.

By Cara Salpini • Oct. 10, 2023

Do employees understand their benefits?

About half do and, ahead of open enrollment, here's how HR can fill the gap.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 10, 2023

AWS launches training institute to tackle the cloud skills gap

While the program is open to individuals, AWS expects interest from enterprises looking to upskill existing workforces. 

By Matt Ashare • Oct. 10, 2023

Gender pay gap report earns Nobel Prize

The “E” in DEI is undeniably on the map.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 9, 2023

The job hunt is frustrating. How can employers fix it?

The ideal candidate might be waiting for a call that never comes — and they might think negatively of a company for the rest of their lives because of it.

By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 9, 2023

Despite productivity concerns, many employers say they don’t measure or reward it

While 57% of organizations surveyed said they measure productivity, only 1 in 10 said that productivity is “highly quantifiable,” according to Payscale.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 9, 2023

Supporting the whole person with a cohesive benefits strategy

In the face of rapidly rising health care costs, now is the time to balance spending with a holistic benefits experience.

Oct. 9, 2023

Seasonal job postings plummet to pre-pandemic levels, data shows

Conversely, job-seeker interest in seasonal or holiday work is up 19% from 2022, the highest level in years.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 6, 2023

On Manufacturing Day, the industry works to build a talent pipeline

Manufacturers across the country opened their doors to students, educators and others Friday.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 5, 2023

Don’t forget retained workers after layoffs, consulting firm advises

Retained employees require open, honest communication, opportunities for development and emotional support from HR and managers, according to a McLean report.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 5, 2023

Seniors are increasingly applying for entry-level positions, hiring managers report

Many also said they prefer to hire older candidates over younger ones, demonstrating a shift in perceptions about experience and maturity.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 5, 2023

Despite career optimism, Gen Z workers say they’re stressed about boss expectations

Unrealistic expectations, ambiguity around tasks and excessive workloads create the highest stress, a FlexJobs survey found. 

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 4, 2023

Arrogant know-it-alls: A talent consultant discusses the ‘dark side’ of company culture

“Focusing on the business of today to the exclusion of tomorrow” can get a company in trouble, John Nasr of The Miles Group told HR Dive.

By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 3, 2023

Internal mobility jumps when employers prioritize skill building, report says

Numerous career development options can help employees and build organizational resilience at the same time, LinkedIn says.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 3, 2023

LinkedIn introduces AI-assisted recruiting tool, coaching chatbot

New AI-based tools will improve efficiency so recruiters can focus on strategy and people-centric work, the company says.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 3, 2023

Construction has happiest workers of any industry

Rising wages and plentiful jobs have kept employees' spirits high, but watch for signs of discontent, a new report says.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 3, 2023

Women, Black board members underrepresented at hotel companies: report

While representation of women and Black members on hotel industry firms’ boards of directors rose in 2022, the groups remain in the minority in most cases.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 3, 2023

‘As simple as an email’: Recruiter ghosting signifies lack of respect

In their latest EX column, reporter Caroline Colvin digs into some recruiter bad habits amid a tough job market.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 2, 2023

4 mistakes to avoid when calling employees back to the office

Most employers plan to implement a return-to-office plan by the end of 2024, a survey found, but there are a number of pitfalls into which HR could stumble.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 2, 2023

Walmart scraps degree requirements for some corporate jobs

The move reflects a broader focus on skills among employers nationwide.

By Kate Tornone • Sept. 29, 2023