To avoid talent shortages, emphasize skill development, Udemy says

Other reports have shown that while L&D is seeing more influence, actual efforts may be moving too slowly to catch up to workforce needs. 

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 7, 2023

How organizations bridge the gap between employers and those experiencing homelessness

For many who have experienced homelessness, finding a job is a bigger challenge than simply putting in an application.

By Ginger Christ • Nov. 7, 2023

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Top trends in employee engagement

Employee engagement can be a bit of a puzzle. In recent years, employers have realized it’s more about meaningful work, work-life balance and well-being — and less about free snacks.

By HR Dive staff

Retail job cuts highest since October 2020: report

Among the industries reducing their workforce, retail ranks second behind technology, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 6, 2023

How a ‘speak up’ culture can have unintended consequences for DEI

A SHRM Inclusion session on hiring and retaining refugees created room for discussion of multicultural — not just multilingual — workplaces.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 6, 2023

3 trans inclusion pro tips from a trans SHRM speaker

For one, stop associating transness with misery, he said.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 2, 2023

Job seekers are on the hunt, focused on AI roles, LinkedIn says

U.S. candidates are applying to jobs at an 18% higher rate than the previous year, per the report, even though hiring rates are down.

By Ginger Christ • Nov. 2, 2023

Sociable: LinkedIn launches new AI summary tools, reaches 1B members

Though member count is a largely irrelevant stat, writes Social Media Today’s Andrew Hutchinson.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2023

Want to hire refugees? Get serious about inclusive communication

At SHRM Inclusion 2023, an upskilling expert denounced the belief that language learning is “an insurmountable obstacle.”

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 1, 2023

4-day workweek postings are increasing but still rare, Indeed says

Most job ads with a 4-day workweek are growing in in-person fields instead of remote-focused areas, according to the report.

By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 1, 2023

7 ways to overcome DEI opposition

The moment is ripe for diversity, equity and inclusion professionals to adapt so their work continues to make a difference, Eric Ellis told SHRM Inclusion attendees.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 1, 2023

Mid-career professionals, managers most at risk for generative AI disruption, Indeed says

Understanding who is most exposed to GenAI is important for employers as they make decisions on how they use the tech going forward, the hiring platform said.

By Laurel Kalser • Nov. 1, 2023

In push for workers, Minnesota ends degree requirements for most state jobs

Some state and local governments have pushed to build clear career pathing and better training opportunities, one expert previously told HR Dive.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 31, 2023

Is the 4% raise the new normal?

The worker shortage brought on by the pandemic hasn’t completely gone away, leaving compensation still something of a Wild West, experts said.

By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 31, 2023

Need for skilled AI talent is driving up salaries

The average listed salary for an AI engineer grew 12% compared to three months ago, reaching $188,000, according to Comprehensive.io data.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 31, 2023

Employer ghosting has more than doubled in recent years, Glassdoor data shows

Notably, job candidates who obtained an interview opportunity through a recruiter mention ghosting more frequently.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 31, 2023

Global cybersecurity workforce grows, but still confronts shortfall of 4M people

Despite growing to 5.5 million professionals worldwide, a study by ISC2 shows the industry still needs millions of qualified workers to defend against rising digital threats.

By David Jones • Oct. 31, 2023

Employees don’t understand what ‘engagement’ means, Gartner says

Workers want leaders to take more action after employee feedback, as well as make engagement initiatives more relevant.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 30, 2023

UAW ends strike against Stellantis, hits GM with surprise 4,000 worker strike

The Stellantis deal is similar to the United Auto Workers agreement with Ford Motor Co., raising autoworkers’ base wages 25% over four-and-a-half years.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 28, 2023

In 2024, HR could be asked to modernize hiring, reinvent DEI

Employers also will have to address evolving return-to-office concerns and work-life balance issues in the coming year, a panel of experts said.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 27, 2023

Candidate sourcing, assessment could use some automation, employers say

Automation can boost efficiency, employers told Indeed in a recent survey, especially with routine tasks such as compliance checks and resume screening.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 27, 2023

Gen Z, millennial workers say they turn to TikTok for career coaching

Some have encountered misleading information, however. Employers may be able to respond with their own mentorships and learning opportunities.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 27, 2023

Want AI buy-in at work? Champion transparency, UKG says

Despite AI being a trending topic, managers and employees alike are confused about its role at work. 

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 26, 2023

Report: Demand for generative AI skills has exploded 1,848% since 2022

While generative AI demand is small compared to other AI skill sets, the increase reflects employers’ rising interest in adopting AI tech, experts said.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 26, 2023

A running list of states and localities that regulate AI in hiring

Colorado enacted a law broadly prohibiting algorithmic discrimination, including in job decisions, that is set to take effect Feb. 1, 2026.

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Asian American creative executives say their identity is ‘a double-edged sword’

Respondents to a recent survey said they felt tokenized and that they were seen as diversity hires.

By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 25, 2023