Obesity poses a significant challenge for employers. In addition to the sheer numbers of employees battling the condition (according to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 100 million U.S. adults were obese between 2017 and March 2020), the costs…
Johns Hopkins University predicts Gen Z will comprise 30% of the workforce by 2030. Figuring out how to engage this generation is going to become mission-critical for many HR departments. Fifty-eight percent of Gen Z respondents (and 45% of all…
Every HR pro knows how important it is to avoid illegal interview questions. After all, no one wants to be known as that person who got their company involved in a legal mess. And while some illegal interview questions are…
This FAQ breaks down FMLA intermittent leave rules, including eligibility, scheduling, hour calculations, and when employers can push back on abuse. Managing compliance issues under the Family and Medical Leave Act can be challenging, especially when dealing with FMLA intermittent…
It's difficult enough to build and spread culture where employees feel valued, engaged and satisfied -- but it can be even more difficult in industries with a high percentage of customer-facing roles. Think servers in food service, nurses in health…
If you're thinking of posting some fake jobs -- or have already done it -- think again. While the reasons for posting jobs that don't exist, are expired or won't be filled anytime soon seem innocent, the practice isn't a…
An alarming 77% of organizations report they are experiencing a leadership gap. However, this deficit is not due to a shortage of potential leaders, but rather because many companies lack the technology infrastructure and leadership development practices to identify and…
One of the hardest parts of being in HR is navigating situations where the company's interests conflict with the needs of individual employees. Good employee relations is vital for several reasons, including keeping the company from getting sued. Jackie Plunkett,…
As an HR professional, you know that when employees request FMLA leave, those conversations need to be handled carefully. You have to stick to the facts about what the workers need and why. The problem is, some managers may not…
Today’s economic conditions have placed most working Americans in a tight spot unlike anything since the Great Depression. And it’s made savings – especially long-term savings like retirement – less and less of a priority, putting many in a retirement…
Mark your calendars: Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s theme – and several ways to observe Hispanic Heritage Month at work. What Is Hispanic Heritage Month?…
Companies that continue to hire candidates based on their past jobs, degrees and achievements risk falling behind the accelerating pace of change in the business world. The integration of AI tools in talent acquisition is becoming essential for organizations aiming…
Your next best employee could be an ex-con or an ex-addict. Many companies and their top HR professionals have turned the corner on hiring the formerly incarcerated, addicted and homeless. Second-chance hiring is growing. And second-chance hiring successes are swelling.…
We stand at an interesting crossroads: a point in time where modern tech tools are emerging that coincide with a focus on employee quality of life and retention. An investment in key tech stack components can help spearhead both of…
At this point, you'd think we'd be better at remote work. But it turns out, employees, teams and bosses still struggle to make remote work seamless. Fifty-three percent of remote workers say its difficult to feel connected to their coworkers,…
If there was one thing you could do to help every employee do better at their job, you'd likely do it, right? And if there was one thing you could do to help every employee feel better at work and…
