HR just got a new buzzword - 'resenteeism': when people literally hate the job they're in, but can't quit either... Read more
Don’t make people’s names a source of shame
Helping staff feel comfortable pronouncing their colleagues' names can make a big inclusion difference: Read more
Boeing bolsters learning; most staff think company DEI initiatives are ‘about right’
HR stories in the news this week: Boeing bolsters its learning benefits; most staff think their company's DEI initiatives are 'about right' Read more
Letting go of ‘back in my day…’ will improve implicit bias
As an employment lawyer and frequent speaker on employment law and human resources issues (approximately 200 engagements annually), the topic I’m … Read more
LinkedIn Unveils New ‘Commitment’ Tool — With Questionable Value
“As an early-stage tech start-up in elder care, communicating our purpose to potential candidates is essential,” says Jennifer Cain Birkmose, CEO of … Read more
When extraverts and introverts collide – new lessons in conflict
In most workplaces today, it has (quite rightly) become the accepted norm that there can be no room for certain types of conflict – that is anything which … Read more
How to develop a culture of quiet thrivers
Forget 'quiet quitting'; HRDs should be creating working practices where staff want to be 'quiet thrivers'. Here's how... Read more
DE&…I don’t think you mean it: What your interview process says about your firm’…
Most company's recruitment processes are at odds with their proclamations about DE&I, argues Donald Knight: Read more
Amtrak recognized for diversity; Amazon ranked best workplace for career development
This week two big American companies are recognized for their HR initiatives Read more
HR shouldn’t brush bullying under the carpet
It's easy to ignore at-work bullying (or even deny that it exists), but that doesn't mean you should, says Jeffrey Cassells: Read more