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How to Reduce Racial Bias in Hiring: 12 Steps

Ongig

Racial bias in hiring and recruitment is still alive in many organizations. For instance, a study by the National Bureau of Research showed that job applicants with distinctively Black names are about 10% less likely to get contacted for interviews regardless of their skills, experience, and education level. So, racial bias in hiring is still a problem.

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Safe leave offers victims of domestic violence time off and protections, but few states require it

HR Brew

Nearly one-half of women and men (47.3% and 44.2%, respectively) report having experienced domestic violence at some point in their lives, according to a recent report from the Center for American Progress (CAP). And its effects can be felt in the workplace: 83% of survivors report that the abuse has impacted their ability to work, and the US loses an estimated 8 million days of work every year as a result, according to the Center for Domestic Peace.

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How To Advance Your HR Career With Human Resources Professional Development (In 2024)

AIHR

Human resources (HR) is a dynamic field where continuous learning and skills development are essential to propel yourself forward. A McKinsey study on the career progression of four million workers over a decade found that upwardly mobile workers consistently made bolder moves, taking positions requiring more significant skills and responsibilities.

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Why Microsoft is tying performance and compensation to cybersecurity efforts

HR Brew

Microsoft is taking steps to prevent cybersecurity attacks following a recent uptick in breaches by foreign actors, and the company says employees will play a central role in these efforts. The tech firm was subject to two cyberattacks in the past year that attracted the attention of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Last July, Chinese hackers infiltrated government email accounts , and in March, Microsoft said hackers backed by the Russian state were able to access “the company’s sourc

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Mid-Year Performance Review Checklist for HR and People Leaders

Ensure your mid-year performance reviews are focused, productive, and growth-oriented with this practical checklist from Mitratech Trakstar. Designed for HR professionals, people managers, and team leads, this guide walks you through the full review process—from pre-meeting prep and feedback collection to action planning and follow-up. It also includes tips for creating a comfortable and effective review experience, plus ways to leverage tools like self-evaluations, PIPs, and development plans.

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10 Best Remote Job Boards for 2024

HR Lineup

The concept of remote work has evolved significantly over the past few years, especially with the global pandemic accelerating the shift towards flexible working arrangements. Companies across various industries are now offering remote positions to attract top talent and enhance employee satisfaction. For job seekers, this means a wealth of opportunities accessible from the comfort of their homes.

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Culture Correction: How HR Can Recognize and Combat a Toxic Workplace

Netchex HR Blog

A toxic workplace can be significantly detrimental to a business. In addition to negative effects on productivity, retention, and overall physical/mental health, a toxic work culture can even place a significant financial burden on your business. In fact, most employees place greater emphasis on culture than other factors, including pay. 1 in 5 employees have left their jobs in the past five years due to poor workplace culture ( SHRM ) Employees in toxic workplaces are 3x more likely to experien

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How do gifts for employees impact company culture?

Empuls

According to a Gallup report, 85% of employees aren’t feeling engaged at work. The reasons can be low employee morale, lack of appreciation, not being heard, performance issues, etc. To bring your workforce back on track, gifts for employees come as a helping hand, offering a boost of energy and motivation to perform.   As per research by PR Newswire, 75% of employees feel valued when their company offers gifts.

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Best Practices to Attract, Onboard, and Retain Quality Drivers

Sterling Check

Key Takeaways With projected driver shortages increasing to 82,000 in 2024, trucking fleets need to find ways to stay competitive to recruit and retain quality drivers. Effectively onboarding and retaining drivers is just as critical, if not more important, as finding new drivers. Trucking fleets should partner with an experienced background screening provider with transportation expertise that can help them hire safely and confidently.

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What is Workforce Intelligence? Why is It Important Now?

AvilarHR

READ TIME: 5 minutes. Gaining a competitive edge takes more than intuition. Enter workforce intelligence. But what is workforce intelligence and why is it important now? In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business climate, gaining a competitive edge takes more than intuition and experience. Enter workforce intelligence – a revolutionary approach that leverages data and technology to optimize the management and deployment of human resources.

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Protect Your Business and Stay On Top of Compliance

To keep your business running smoothly (and legally), HR needs to get compliance right every time. Our HR Compliance Checklist is your go-to guide to cover the basics and start your auditing processes, helping you identify and address any gaps in your HR functions. Remember, compliance rules can differ based on industry and location—you’ll still need to keep up with changing regulations, but our checklist can help you get started.

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5 Ways Small Business Owners Can Boost Employee Morale and Productivity

HR Management

Entrepreneurs understand this fundamental truth: without dedicated and motivated employees, even the best business strategies could easily fail. Employees, after all, are the backbone of any organization, and their contributions are pivotal in sustaining operations, driving business growth, and getting the company through its toughest challenges. A business owner like you might recognize the value of your employees and know that giving them a simple pat on the back and a quick word of thanks won

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Here are a few pages to add to your ADA accommodation playbook from a recent federal appellate court decision

The Employer Handbook

The Americans with Disabilities Act makes employers responsible for reasonably accommodating individuals with disabilities unless doing so will create undue hardship. However, accommodating employees with disabilities is not a perfect science. Fortunately, a recent Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals decision provides employers with some helpful tips. The case involves an employee who worked with heavy machinery until injuring himself badly at work.

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Artificial Intelligence and The Role of Humanity in HR

HRExecutive

Register here! Date & Time: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:00PM ET Speakers: Dr. Joy Buolamwini , AI Expert, Artist, Founder & Author Andrew McAfee , Principal Research Scientist, MIT KeyAnna Schmiedl , Chief Human Experience Officer, Workhuman Sponsored by: Description: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation aren’t just the future of work — they’ve arrived and they’re just getting started.

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7 Top Job Satisfaction Statistics You Need to Know

15Five

You can usually tell the difference between an employee who’s really satisfied with their job and someone who’s just skating along. They might volunteer for extra projects, bring a box of donuts around the office more often, and generally lift up the rest of the team. That’s because when someone is satisfied with their job, every day matches exactly what they expect.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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How to sustain engagement | Talent Insight Group

The Talent Guide

Behind every successful organisation is a team of highly engaged employees. So, it makes sense that focusing on employee engagement will improve productivity, performance, and the bottom line. While engaging employees with one-off events, sporadic perks, and big wins may be easy, it’s much harder to sustain that engagement over time. Here’s what we recommend prioritising to encourage long-term employee engagement.

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How to Improve Employee Engagement Survey Scores

Bonfyre

Need to improve your employee engagement survey scores? Employee engagement surveys are powerful tools used by organizations to measure and understand the level of commitment, motivation, and satisfaction among their workforce. These surveys provide valuable insights into employees’ perceptions of their work environment, leadership, and overall job experience.

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What workplace teams need—and how HR tech can help

HRExecutive

What makes a “genius team?” A new article in Harvard Business Review says these groups excel in handling complexity. They achieve more, work faster and—with good management—can deliver exceptional results. - Advertisement - But a team doesn’t have to start as “genius” to impact the organization. According to new research from the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) , even an average workplace team could improve their productivity by nearly 40%.

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Pulse Check: What LinkedIn Data Reveals About Healthcare Workers

Linkedin Talent Blog

It’s no secret that the healthcare industry is facing massive staffing shortages. What you might not know is that the supply of healthcare talent on LinkedIn has actually seen healthy growth every year over the past five years. This vital talent pool deserves a closer examination. Relying on the latest LinkedIn data, we decided to do just that — check out the charts and research below for the latest data-driven diagnosis on: The supply of healthcare workers and employers on LinkedIn What health

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Didlake’s Settlement With the EEOC Results in a $1M Fine

HR Digest

Nonprofit government contractor Didlake has reached a settlement with the EEOC after it was accused of discrimination against deaf employees. As per the agreement of the disability discrimination settlement, the company will have to pay $1,017,500 USD and provide programmatic relief. The lawsuit alleged that the company was in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) , which required employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees if it did not pose an undue hardship t

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2024 Trends: 5 HR Priorities You Need to Know

HRExecutive

Register here! Date & Time: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00 pm ET Speakers: Trish Steed , CEO and Principal Analyst, H3 HR Advisors Sponsored by: Description: What should be the biggest items on your HR radar for 2024? Join our webinar with Trish Steed, co-founder and principal analyst for H3 HR Advisors, to learn about what’s weighing most on the minds of HR professionals around the country.

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How L & D Leaders Can Help in Retaining Top Talent by Cultivating a Growth Mindset

Gyrus

Post: How L & D Leaders Can Help in Retaining Top Talent by Cultivating a Growth Mindset by Viren Kapadia Read more at Gyrus Systems Finding good talent is hard. Retaining them is harder in this competitive and difficult labor market. Many organizations are grappling with the skills gap as technology changes and market dynamics change the way we work.

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Using Automatic Savings to Create an Emergency Fund

Payactiv

If you’re struggling to put money into an emergency fund, automating your savings can simplify the process. You can set up automatic savings by establishing a recurring transfer through your bank or by having HR split your paycheck deposits between your checking and savings accounts. Once you’ve created your emergency fund, you can use tools like Payactiv’s Goal-Based Savings 1 to allocate money to your other financial goals.

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The AI Productivity Shift: How 3,000 Pros And 140K Users Are Transforming Work

Hubstaff’s new report, The AI Productivity Shift, highlights how 3,000+ professionals and 140,000+ users are transforming the way they work with AI. Adoption is high—85% are using AI—and the potential is just beginning. Teams that integrate AI into daily workflows report 77% faster task completion, 70% improved focus, and stronger results across the board.

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Amid a changing landscape for GLP-1 drugs, 8 employer considerations

HRExecutive

Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound—GLP-1 drugs (also known as glucagon-like peptides) are the talk of social media, medical journals and among human resources professionals. These drugs are highly effective but terribly expensive, generally costing $8,000-$10,000 per patient annually, even after rebates and discounts. WTW surveys show that about four in 10 employers cover these drugs for obesity, and most cover them for diabetes.

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July 2024 Jobs Report Recap

Engage2Excel

Job Growth Slowed in June but Remains Healthy The labor market continues to be resilient. There are signs that the unprecedented growth over the last three years is gradually leveling off, but the market still shows strength. The U.S. economy added more jobs in June than expected. Still, the gains were narrow, primarily across a few sectors, including health care and social assistance, government and construction.

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HR and the Courts — July 2024

Cupa HR

Each month, CUPA-HR General Counsel Ira Shepard provides an overview of several labor and employment law cases and regulatory actions with implications for the higher ed workplace. Here’s the latest from Ira. University of California and UAW Agree to End Grad Student Strike The rolling strike of University of California graduate students at several campuses, protesting the university’s handling of Israel-Hamas war protests is formally over as a result of the university and union agreement to ext

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What is Leadership Recognition? How to Show Your Manager You Care

Up Your Culture

We all understand the power of employee recognition. It fuels morale, strengthens engagement, and even boosts productivity. But what about recognizing the leaders on the front lines – your managers? Their titles are important, but don't they deserve the same appreciation for their dedication? Absolutely. Strong managers are the backbone of any company.

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Building Compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Across States: CA SB-553 | NY S. 8358B

Speaker: Speakers:

Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.

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5 voluntary benefits plan design tips

WEX Inc.

Did you know employers can enhance their benefits offerings by incorporating voluntary benefits? But what exactly are voluntary benefits, and how can employers design an effective plan? We sat down with Hugh McDaniel, manager of channel partnerships at WEX, to get his insights on crafting voluntary benefits plans that meet the diverse needs of employees.

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The Impact of Well-Being on DEIB: Specific Considerations for Women

Perceptyx

As it ran its course, the pandemic amplified the focus on employee well-being, bringing to light issues of psychological and physical safety as well as burnout. Current trends emphasize the interconnectedness between well-being and a sense of belonging at work, highlighting the need for organizations to adopt holistic strategies addressing various well-being dimensions: physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social.

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Legislative lowdown: PWFA rule takes effect after federal judge dismisses lawsuit, but some employers granted injunction

HR Brew

A rule for implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) took effect on June 18 after a federal judge in Arkansas dismissed a lawsuit challenging it. Some Catholic organizations and employers in Louisiana and Mississippi, however, were temporarily exempt from complying due to a separate federal ruling. Why state AGs challenged the rule. The PWFA, which took effect last year, requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide “reasonable accommodations” to workers who are pregnant, h