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Diversity & Inclusion

Rachel Reeves: this is how you fix the UK’s gender pay gap

July 26, 2024

Via: Personnel Today

I know it’s early days for the new government, but it has made some big promises. It has vowed to grow the UK’s economy, boost its international presence, shake up employees’ rights, economic inactivity, drive a nationwide revival and fix […]


Research

What To Do When an Employee Presents a New Social Security Number

July 24, 2024

Via: Spark

Here are some records that may need to be updated and steps you may need to follow when an employee’s SSN changes. Background An employee may receive a new SSN for a number of reasons, such as if they’re a […]


Workplace wellness

Employers increasingly offer deductibles of $4K or more, survey indicates

July 24, 2024

Via: HR Dive

While it’s too early to determine if the increase in high deductible offerings will become a trend, Alera Group said, it is a data point to watch. The majority of survey participants (60%) said they offered deductibles in the $2,000-$3,999 […]


Diversity & Inclusion

Honeywell employee fired for skipping DEI training has no bias claim, 7th Circuit affirms

July 11, 2024

Via: HR Dive

The 7th Circuit’s decision comes at a time of intense scrutiny of organizational diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, as acknowledged just weeks ago by speakers at the Society for Human Resource Management’s annual conference in Chicago. DEI backlash has come […]


News

Government launches Back to Work plan to tackle economic inactivity

July 11, 2024

Via: Personnel Today

Government estimates suggest 9.4 million people are economically inactive, including 2.8 million with a long-term health condition and 900,000 young people who are not in education, employment or training. Kendall will say at a visit to a Jobcentre in Leeds […]


Diversity & Inclusion

People with bipolar facing stigma at work

July 10, 2024

Via: Personnel Today

A survey conducted by charity Bipolar UK found that poor workplace culture and understanding of bipolar is limiting individuals’ participation at work, with nearly three-quarters (72%) not applying for a particular job and 44% not going for a promotion because […]


Diversity & Inclusion

The Business Case for Inclusion and Diversity in the Workplace

July 9, 2024

Via: Spark

In today’s global economy, inclusion and diversity are not just moral imperatives but critical drivers of business success. A commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace can enhance an organization’s performance, foster innovation and strengthen its market presence, underscoring […]


Development & Evaluation, Employee development

US employers and workers say they face a major skills development disconnect

July 9, 2024

Via: HR Dive

Although both employers and employees see the need for skills development in the workplace, continuous upskilling isn’t the norm for most workers, according to a July 3 report from D2L, a learning technology company. Investing in learning and development leads […]


Communication, Development & Evaluation

Virtual Layoffs and Employee Rights – What are the Best Practices?

July 8, 2024

Via: HR Hero

Laying off employees in today’s business and legal environment can often feel like a minefield and a potential public relations nightmare for employers. Layoffs are by their nature a complex and sensitive process with significant legal implications, especially when employees […]


Development & Evaluation, Employee development

HR leaders have a responsibility to be trauma-informed, McLean says

July 8, 2024

Via: HR Dive

Research consistently backs the need for psychological safety in the workplace. For instance, in a survey of 28,000 professionals across 16 countries, released in January by Boston Consulting Group, psychological safety was associated with employees feeling 2.1 times more motivated, […]


News

Labour government sets out to deliver bold employment agenda

July 5, 2024

Via: Personnel Today

The next prime minister Sir Keir Starmer said this morning: “Change begins now”. “It feels good, I have to be honest,” he added. The new government has pledged “the biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation” but will […]


Research

Title VII at 60: A look at the landmark law’s past, present and future

July 3, 2024

Via: HR Dive

Sixty years ago, Congress passed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and President Lyndon B. Johnson signed it into law just hours later. To commemorate its anniversary, HR Dive has prepared a series of articles on the history and future […]


Workplace wellness

Is Inclusion the Solution to Employee Burnout?

July 3, 2024

Via: Recruiting Headlines

Greetings, corporate warriors! Today, we embark on a journey through the labyrinthine corridors of corporate America, armed with our wits and a burning question: Is inclusion the antidote to the all-too-common affliction of employee burnout? Burnout is as ubiquitous in […]


Development & Evaluation, Employee retention

5 Ways to Support Gen Z Employees in the Workplace

July 1, 2024

Via: Spark

Gen Z employees are reshaping the workplace, and HR professionals have an opportunity to learn from them and adapt to meet their needs. At ADP’s 2024 Women@Work summit, a panel of intergenerational experts shared their insights on how Gen Z […]


Research

Summer Dress Codes: Employers’ Rights and Responsibilities

July 1, 2024

Via: Spark

Here are some key points to consider, as well as some best practices for enforcing summer dress codes. Laws impacting dress codes In general, employers have broad discretion under federal law to establish reasonable dress code standards. However, policies must […]


Development & Evaluation, Engagement

Social Media & The Candidate Experience: How Social Platforms Are Playing a Bigger Role

June 28, 2024

Via: HR Hero

Social media has moved beyond just entertainment—now, it’s also a dynamic in reshaping career trajectories and empowering individuals in their pursuit of professional fulfillment. While professional networking platforms like LinkedIn have long been recognized as essential tools in job hunting, […]


Diversity & Inclusion

Do You Perpetuate Harm Against Your LGBTQIA+ Employees — and Sabotage Your Organization’s Success in the Process?

June 26, 2024

Via: Entrepreneur

In recent years, companies have taken steps to create more inclusive workplaces for LGBTQIA+ employees. But let’s be real — many still face discrimination, aggression and a lack of genuine support from leadership. One major roadblock? Low-conscious leaders who haven’t […]


Development & Evaluation, Employee retention

Take This Radical Approach to Customer Retention to Boost Employee Morale — And Your Profit

June 25, 2024

Via: Entrepreneur

There are few guarantees in business, but this one is certain: If you don’t keep customers, you won’t have a business for long. Yet, at a time when most companies are desperately trying to maintain customer loyalty (retention is more […]


Development & Evaluation, Engagement

Are College Degrees Losing Their Luster? Some Employers Think So

June 24, 2024

Via: HR Hero

A recent survey of U.S. employers found that 45% plan to cut out their bachelor’s degree requirements for some positions during 2024. That survey also found 55% of companies had removed degree requirements during 2023. Another telling statistic: Four in […]


Development & Evaluation, Employee development

Why Employee Experience Management Should Still Be One of HR’s Top Priorities

June 21, 2024

Via: Spark

Employee experience management has a significant effect on performance. Gallup’s 2023 Employee Engagement Survey found that 33 percent of U.S. workers are actively engaged at work. Organizations with higher employee experience scores tend to enjoy lower absenteeism, lower turnover, more […]