The War for new-grad talent has never been fiercer. More and more companies are turning to universities as their main pipeline to build up their workforce … Read more
Remembering a Man Who Worked to Link Diversity to Business
In 1994, I took on the challenge of introducing the concept of diversity in business to my bank’s leadership. Banks were coming under fire for their … Read more
Valuing the So-Called Me Me Me Generation
Talking about millenials is a hot topic. Whether it’s how to hire them or ways to work with them, love them, or hate them, analyzing gen Y seems to be an … Read more
Diversity Recruiting Requires Close Cooperation Between Employer and Sourcing
Many organizations do a good job of diversity recruiting at the college and mid-management level, but often fall short when it comes to the senior … Read more
How Ideal Organizations Diversify the Definition of Diversity
What does the ideal organization look like? Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones have been looking at this question for more than three years. Their research found … Read more
When Seeking Diversity Talent, Companies Often Turn to Search Firms
Note: Larry A. Green is a a speaker at the upcoming Fordyce Forum 2013. His breakout, Diversity Is Good For Your Business, will show you how to connect … Read more
Developing Female Leaders: The Key is Showcasing Diversity in Leadership
In pursuit of gender diversity, it’s not enough for an organization to focus only on hiring practices to attract women. Far more impactful for the … Read more
Staffing Companies Could Be Losers In H-1B Reform Efforts
Stiff new immigration laws introduced by Iowa Republican Senator Chuck Grassley could stop staffing companies from bringing in H-1B visa holders. Declaring … Read more
How Science-Tech-Engineering Employers Should Address Diversity
Diversity recruiting poses a particular challenge for employers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. STEM majors are a small … Read more
You Don’t Know It, But Women See Gender Bias in Your Job Postings
Are a few gender-themed words in your job descriptions signaling women, unconsciously, to not apply? A scientific study of 4,000 job descriptions revealed … Read more