By Eric B. Meyer It was bound to happen sooner or later… Mary Pat Gallagher of the the New Jersey Law Journal reports here (subscription required) … Read more
Another Tech Deal: IBM Buying HR Software Maker Kenexa for $1.3 Billion
Another big acquisition in the HR world: IBM announced this morning that it was buying Kenexa, a leading provider of recruiting and talent management … Read more
Is Social Media Encouraging More Employees to Switch Jobs?
According to a survey conducted by Harris Interactive, 31 percent of employees are not satisfied in their current jobs. More surprising: 74 percent of … Read more
California On Brink of New “Can’t Ask” Social Media Password Law
California is about to become the third state to prohibit employers from asking employees or job seekers for access to their social media postings. Without … Read more
HR’s Primary Role in Recruiting? It’s Really All About Retention
HR doesn’t get as much credit for recruiting as they should. But it’s not for the reason you might think. An organization that seemingly recruits well … Read more
Are Recruiters Ruining LinkedIn?
Do you think recruiters are ruining LinkedIn? Do you see some of the tactics your peers in the field use and shake your head about them? That’s what Glen … Read more
7 Ways That Organizations Can Benefit From Social Performance
The latest numbers are in and it’s not looking good: 63 percent of all workers are not engaged in their current job environments and are struggling to keep … Read more
When Looking At Fit, Even CFOs Want A Sense of Humor
Candidates and hiring companies have at least one thing in common: Both are looking for the perfect match. Skills, knowledge, and experience are the … Read more
Illinois Now Restricts Access To Employees’ Social Networking Sites
By Peter Gillespie Last March, the Illinois legislature passed an amendment to the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. This bill was signed on … Read more
Personal vs. Professional: Where Do We Have Employees Draw the Line?
There used to be a clear divide between personal and professional interests. Now, for employees at all levels, the separation isn’t quite so black and … Read more