Micro-learning is often hailed as the answer to poor information retention levels in L&D. But Trond Aas argues it's not the silver bullet we all wish it to be: Read more
Video games company agrees to let staff guide use of AI; Hasbro cuts 20% of its workforce
In our round-up of HR news this week - not even Christmas can save employees at Hasbro; video game staff will decide how AI is implemented; Microsoft says … Read more
How convertible PTO helps HR teams meet demand for flexibility
Employees want greater flexibility, and convertible PTO gives them this by allowing them to convert unused holiday into other perks - like pension … Read more
‘Tis the season to rethink charitable giving as a workplace benefit
With the festive season in full swing, now could be the time to re-evaluate your charitable giving strategy, suggests Tayo Ogunnaike: Read more
Return to work mandates – ‘they’re a shot in the dark’
It’s a fallacy that people who work in offices are more productive, says Bjorn Reynolds, CEO of Safeguard Global. But is he right? Read more
You’re not supposed to keep using the same leadership style
Sticking to the same leadership style won't enamor you or your managers to the very different types of employees organizations have, says Mark Murphy. So … Read more
Aramark scores perfect 100 score for LGBTQ+ initiatives; Spotify slashes 17% of staff
In this week's round-up of the HR stories making the news: Aramark scores a perfect 100 for equality; Spotify slashes headcount, while the states with the … Read more
Case Study: How Visa taps into volunteering to keep its hybrid workforce engaged
How does Visa's volunteering galvanize its remote workforce 'and' cement its desire to have a better social purpose? We asked Benevity's Sona Khosla to … Read more
What can HR teams learn from employee demand for fertility benefits?
According to Rob Whalen, at a time when greater flexibility is top of mind for employees, HR teams need to be more creative and holistic about the ways … Read more
Why more people are accepting job offers – but then pulling out (and how to deal with it)
Gartner finds half of candidates it polled accepted a job offer but then pulled out before they were due to start. So how can recruiters ensure their time … Read more