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    More than half of older US workers say ageism hinders their hiring

    Few workers over age 50 feel optimistic about their job search in coming months, a new report shows.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 11, 2024
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    This week in 5 numbers: Labor woes and drudge work slow production

    Here’s a roundup of numbers from the past week of HR news — including the cost of unnecessary, low-impact work.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    Trendline

    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
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    Employers willing to pony up for in-office work, Robert Half says

    RTO premiums of up to 20% are on the table for new hires, the consulting firm’s June survey of managers found.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    1 in 5 US workers say they’re ignoring return-to-office rules

    Employees may leave if their companies enforce compliance — but certain benefits could help, such as flexible schedules and commuter reimbursement.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 10, 2024
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    Growth mindset culture drives workplaces forward, report says

    While executives think they lead growth mindset by example, more than half of workers surveyed said they don’t see evidence of that.

    By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 10, 2024
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    Election 2024

    1 in 3 US workers say they believe the presidential election will affect their careers

    Workers pointed to challenges with the current political climate, including increased expenses and workplace stress.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Knowledge workers lean on AI as workloads increase

    Employees still wade through excessive drudge work, spending half their week on low-impact tasks, according to a Wrike report.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Indeed lawsuit claims ZipRecruiter poached customers, spread misinformation

    “It is surprising they have taken this step rather than work to address the industry-wide confusion on the implications of their policy changes,” a ZipRecruiter spokesperson told HR Dive.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Managers need training. Here are 5 stories on why — and what it looks like.

    It’s common, particularly in certain fields, to promote employees due to their technical prowess, but they may not have the people skills for management.

    By Oct. 8, 2024
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    Trucking industry reverses gains in new women drivers, survey finds

    Women represented around 10.7% of student drivers and trainees this year, The National Transportation Institute found.

    By David Taube • Oct. 8, 2024
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    US manufacturers say they struggle to fill ‘critical labor gaps’

    Several recruitment challenges have become more difficult in 2024, such as finding workers with the right experience or skills, HR pros told UKG.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Colorado nonprofit introduces young women to the trades

    Some girls never consider construction as a career, so Transportation & Construction Girl offers education and hands-on experience.

    By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 7, 2024
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    5 stories on the crisis in manager well-being

    Many managers may be thrust into the position without proper training, only adding to everyone’s stress, one study showed.

    By Oct. 7, 2024
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    Front-line managers are struggling to find quality workers for holiday season, Axonify says

    Managers are feeling increased burnout going into the holidays, and more than a third have considered quitting during the last two months.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 7, 2024
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    Generative AI will spark mass upskilling of software engineers, Gartner says

    “Building AI-empowered software will demand a new breed of software professional, the AI engineer,” Gartner’s Philip Walsh said.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 4, 2024
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    BLS jobs report

    Strong jobs report signals stability after months of slow growth

    The job market is undergoing a “dynamic shift” as the holiday season looms, one economist said.

    By Oct. 4, 2024
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    Gender gap persists in cybersecurity field despite available opportunities

    About half of women surveyed said they don’t feel like they would fit in or be able to be themselves, a Deloitte report said.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Managers are burning out and likely to quit. Here’s how to reverse that.

    To enhance their effectiveness, organizations must prioritize managers’ well-being and help them build resilience, according to a meQuilibrium report. 

    By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Workers don’t feel like they belong — even with greater DEI awareness

    The declines in belonging coincide with increases in mental health issues and concerns about workplace toxicity, a new report indicates. 

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 3, 2024
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    How to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month and ‘view all people as people’

    Making disabled and neurodivergent workers feel welcome at work starts with education, one expert said.

    By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Fed governor says ‘impressive’ AI innovation has yet to lift productivity

    Lisa Cook highlighted the long-term potential of artificial intelligence to spur economic growth, lift wages and ease price pressures.

    By Jim Tyson • Oct. 2, 2024
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    There are ‘literally zero’ skills where AI could replace a human, Indeed’s chief economist says

    Although a labor shortage is coming, employers can set themselves apart by taking a skills-first approach to hiring and investing in upskilling, Indeed data indicated.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Election 2024

    Workplace bans on political speech are impractical, attorneys say

    Restrictions on talking politics could make workers feel silenced, according to a Duane Morris partner.

    By Ginger Christ • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Nearly half of emerging leaders say they struggle to manage workplace conflict

    Managers tend to recognize this weakness in themselves, and effective training could help them address concerns and build better teams, DDI says.

    By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Amazon employees decry 5-day RTO mandate

    Some Amazon workers said they’re thinking about looking for a new role elsewhere, though many tech workers believe competitors will follow soon.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 30, 2024