Tag: HR

January 2, 2024

About 65% of employees said they suffered from burnout last year, according to a Dec. 18 report from isolved, a human resource management system. Employee burnout has decreased somewhat compared to 2022, according to the report, but it’s still heavily […]

December 28, 2023

Research conducted among hybrid teams shows that one-third of U.S. hybrid workers would like more one-on-one time with their managers to get feedback on their performance. This is all very well when feedback is positive; however, critical feedback is something […]

December 28, 2023

Fueled by a number of factors, including a budget increase and Senate confirmation of Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal to the board restoring the agency’s Democratic majority, the EEOC is returning to a heightened level of litigation activity not seen in years, […]

December 27, 2023

Managers in positions of authority can either do great good for a company or inflict great harm. Because we learn more from the second than the first, I wanted to tell you about a recent case from the U.S. 5th […]

December 27, 2023

The rise in sophistication and availability of generative AI tools has opened up immense potential for humans to make their lives easier by shifting some of their tasks to such tools. And that potential certainly extends to the workplace where […]

December 26, 2023

The holidays are a time for joy, celebration, parties and potlucks in the office. But for some employees, this time can also be accompanied by stress and anxiety due to end-of-year reports, annual reviews and general burnout. Employers – especially […]

December 22, 2023

As the end of the year approaches, many managers are eager to promote high-performing workers who have invested in their company and achieved great wins. Promotions have long been a way to celebrate successes and reward employees for a job […]

December 20, 2023

Project schedules are often crucial for success, and any setbacks can be costly, both financially and in terms of one’s reputation. While many elements can contribute to project delays, some of the most common culprits are business activities that impede […]

December 19, 2023

As hiring challenges continue, private companies plan to place a priority on reskilling during the next 12 months, according to Deloitte’s Dec. 12 private company outlook report on talent strategies. To be more competitive, companies are also focused on skills-based […]

December 19, 2023

The survey’s results may worry business leaders who have culture and engagement on their minds. “The link between workplace connections and job satisfaction is well documented,” the Visier team noted, pointing to an Eagle Hill survey finding that for 40% […]

December 14, 2023

ERISA sets minimum standards that covered retirement and health plans must meet to ensure participants’ and beneficiaries’ interests are protected. In June, the Kraft Heinz Co. sued insurer Aetna for allegedly “breach[ing] its fiduciary duties and engag[ing]in prohibited transactions” in […]

December 12, 2023

AI is empowering HR leaders to make faster, more informed decisions about people and processes. Looking ahead to 2024, it’s clear that the technology will continue to evolve and influence the ever-changing workplace of tomorrow. This article explores three related […]

December 12, 2023

The survey comes as other reports are mildly less optimistic about the market in 2024. Notably, the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs report indicated that job growth may have “ground to a halt” in most industries outside […]

December 7, 2023

As employers try to balance the rising cost of benefits with the comprehensiveness of their packages, companies are looking to make the most out of what they do offer, benefits experts told HR Dive. “I think employers are doing absolutely […]

December 4, 2023

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed bills enacting the Freelance Isn’t Free Act, extending the statute of limitations to file a lawsuit alleging unlawful discriminatory practices, and barring the inclusion of liquidated damages provisions in settlement agreements for claims […]

December 1, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, understanding the nuances of different employee classifications is crucial. Among these classifications are the terms “deskless,” “offline,” and “nonessential” employees. But what do they truly mean, and why are they significant? Let’s delve into the […]

November 30, 2023

Women in the workforce know about the “motherhood penalty,” or the negative career impact that results from becoming a mom, even if they don’t know it by that name. Those who receive the penalty experience reduced compensation and opportunities for […]

November 29, 2023

You’ve heard of “quiet quitting”—it’s when employees put in the bare minimum to meet their job requirements without ever aspiring to do more than absolutely necessary. It’s a passive-aggressive way of voicing concerns to an employer while being a drain […]

November 27, 2023

Middle management is one of the most maligned roles in an organization, and the job comes with a host of unique challenges. But it’s also one of the most important positions, helping turn an organization’s strategic vision into reality, guiding […]

November 27, 2023

The modern workplace is distraction central. From emails to pinging Slack notifications, alerts on project management apps and frequent meetings, it can be hard for employees to actually get any work done. According to research from McKinsey & Company, this […]