Remote work erodes productivity by 4%: NY Fed

Employees who worked remotely before the pandemic continue to be 8% less productive than their peers who worked in the office before the onset of COVID-19, the New York Fed found in a case study.

By Jim Tyson • June 21, 2023

Workers say they don’t have access to promotions, training

More than three-quarters of workers surveyed said their leaders show bias in promotion decisions, according to an eLearning Industry report.

By Kathryn Moody • June 20, 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

Hiring managers say they check candidates’ social media for age, political activity

HR should devise standards for social media screening and train hiring managers accordingly, sources previously told HR Dive.

By Kate Tornone • June 20, 2023

20% of professionals think ChatGPT should be banned at work

Law professionals are more likely to support a ban, while marketing and consulting workers are less likely to support restrictions.

By Carolyn Crist • June 20, 2023

Second-chance hiring requires asking the right questions

Employers can show support by asking workers what is wrong, instead of chalking up poor performance to a lack of commitment, a former deputy director at the D.C. Department of Corrections said.

By Ginger Christ • June 16, 2023

5 quick tips for employers on AI adoption

A management-side lawyer shares five best practices employers can use to protect themselves when adopting AI. 

By Ginger Christ • June 16, 2023

How employers can celebrate Juneteenth amid DEI backlash

Celebrating Juneteenth is one way employers can signal ongoing support for DEI initiatives in a tough economic time.

By Kathryn Moody • June 16, 2023

Empathetic leadership, career support may reduce negative impacts of a layoff

A recent study, however, found a marked disconnect between the support services HR pros say they make available during layoffs and what employees say they receive.

By Laurel Kalser • June 15, 2023

Despite progress, Fortune 500 boards still aren’t representative of US population, report shows

“At this pace, U.S. top corporate boards might not represent the nation’s population until 2060,” one Deloitte executive said.

By Carolyn Crist • June 15, 2023

Permanent remote I-9 review not expected before temporary allowance sunsets

Employers should prepare for the shift by standardizing a physical review process and creating recordkeeping rules, attorneys previously said.

By Kate Tornone • June 14, 2023

24% of employees are working for their ‘worst boss ever’

Unresponsive, unsupportive and disrespectful managers lead to loss of engagement and productivity, a Perceptyx report shows.

By Carolyn Crist • June 14, 2023

Half of IT employers are upskilling workers to address staffing challenges

Emerging technologies — such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality — could help with hiring and training, a new report says.

By Carolyn Crist • June 13, 2023

Bill Clinton calls for paid leave, skills-first hiring

“We shouldn’t require a college degree if the job doesn’t require it,” the former president said.

By Ginger Christ • June 13, 2023

Domino’s franchisee settles claim it required non-U.S. citizen applicant to show green card

Several recent settlement agreements demonstrate a DOJ commitment to this area in recent years.

By Kathryn Moody • June 12, 2023

3 talent acquisition and retention strategies to address evolving employee expectations

Increasingly, employees seek to feel supported and valued for the complexity they manage at and away from work.

By Dave Barnett • June 12, 2023

Using employee feedback to shape HR strategy and drive business success

Employee feedback can help effectively shape HR strategy to drive employee engagement and retention – leading to better business outcomes. Here’s how.

June 12, 2023

How to improve employee connections in the workplace

Strong workplace connections must be built and actively nurtured, with effort from both workers and their employers. For a more connected and engaged company culture, start with these tactics.

June 12, 2023

‘Managing your boss’ can lead to better working relationships, study shows

When employees learn how to manage their bosses, workplace trust and loyalty often improve.

By Carolyn Crist • June 9, 2023

SHRM Foundation announces toolkit to support skills-based hiring

More workers are turning to alternative credentials — and more resources need to be invested in the hiring field to ensure credentials are accepted, SHRM said.

By Carolyn Crist • June 9, 2023

AI at work: What HR needs to know

Artificial intelligence seems to be on everyone’s mind. What does this mean for the future of work?

By Caroline Colvin • June 8, 2023

Workers say they’d hesitate to apply for jobs in a state with anti-LGBTQ+ laws

As of June, the ACLU tracked 491 anti-LGBTQ+ bills — a substantial increase over recent years, Indeed noted.

By Laurel Kalser • June 8, 2023

Time-to-hire rates are increasing significantly for almost all roles

Organizations may need to tap into currently available critical talent pools, according to a Josh Bersin Co. report.

By Carolyn Crist • June 8, 2023

Second chances: How one Indiana program is breaking down employment barriers in manufacturing

Delaware County’s Jump program connects people in the criminal justice system with local companies to reduce recidivism and fill labor gaps.

By Megan Ruggles • June 8, 2023

Why skills-based hiring may be the future of DEI

OneTen’s study, which features case studies with Black workers, aims to illustrate the ways employers can benefit from investing in skills-first hiring.

By Caroline Colvin • June 7, 2023

Adidas offers student loan help for US employees

The company is also offering free financial coaching, as 80% of employees say that student debt is stressing them out.

By Nate Delesline III • June 7, 2023