Hiring a disabled employed is just the first step. Next comes the need to mentor them. But mentors can feel overwhelmed by this prospect, says the IWSIA's … Read more
Mental disability matters too: Don’t ignore those with non-physical impairments
Huge strides have been made in the battle to hire people with physical disabilities, but progress is still needed when it comes to hiring those with mental … Read more
Remote workers more likely to get laid off; server sacked over $10,000 tip
In this week's round-up of the top HR news stories: data shows remote workers 'are' the most likely to get laid off; how one worker was 'sacked' over a … Read more
Why everyone (still) hates HR
New research suggests HR still has an image problem, with HR folk fighting reputational battles on two different fronts: from employees, and the C-suite: Read more
How to launch your own apprenticeship program
Setting up an apprenticeship program is not as hard as you might think, says Andrew Sezonov, Vice President, Institute for Workplace Skills and Innovation … Read more
The C-suite should set benefits strategy – not HR!
The C-suite should reclaim the role of setting benefits strategy - not HR - says Bob Gaydos. Who's side are you on? Read more
How to reignite your talent acquisition team for a GenAI future
Talent acquisition will be augmented - not replaced - by Generative AI. As such, Chris Galy says all CHROs to consider what they need to do to excite their … Read more
Are your leaders sabotaging employees with unspoken expectations?
Leaders that cause staff to wonder what their true expectations are create anxious, unproductive teams, says Mark Murphy: Read more
Gig worker strike hits Valentine’s Day reunions; Dept of Veterans affairs defends HR pay
In this week's HR news round-up, striking hail-ride workers spoil Valentine's meet-ups; HR pay gets special treatment at The Department of Veterans … Read more
Is it time to consider offering Earned Wage Access?
With 60% of Americans living 'paycheck to paycheck,' should employers allow staff to access their earned wages early, or would this be a recipe for disaster? Read more