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Uncertainty Still Permeates the Workplace

Aug 23, 2022

New research from 15five , the holistic performance management company, reveals the modern workplace is in a state of upheaval, with one-third of workers planning to quit their jobs despite the potential economic downturn. In addition, nearly one in five organizations are planning on layoffs, and more than one-third of HR leaders have rescinded job offers. “We are seeing economic shifts driving some companies to downsize their...

Not Enough Employee Feedback

Aug 12, 2022

New research finds a disconnect between employees’ need for performance feedback and how much feedback they receive. About half of workers (48 percent) report they only receive feedback on annual or semi-annual basis while eight percent say they never receive feedback on their work, according to new research from Eagle Hill Consulting . Yet, 63 percent of workers want more immediate “in the moment” feedback on their...

What Gen Z Wants from Employers

May 19, 2022

Recent college graduates are entering a job market of immense opportunity, with 11.5 million U.S. job openings and more than half of employers increasing entry-level hiring compared 2021, according to new iCIMS research. Gen Z candidates have new – and differing – expectations for the workplace than their predecessors. Where, how and why they work matters, as well as the mental support they get. They want virtual reality...

U.S. workers give employers high marks for pandemic support

Mar 01, 2022

Despite having their workplaces turned upside down, a majority of U.S. workers give employers high marks for keeping them safe and supporting them during the two-year pandemic. Still, employees are polarized when it comes to workplace mask and vaccine mandates. While most are supportive, opposition to pandemic mandates is high among some employees. That’s according to a new survey of more than 9,600 employees by WTW (Willis Towers...

Employers & HR In The News

Jul 28, 2021

Here's what's happening in HR. Justworks , one of the nation's fastest-growing HR technology companies, is going to require all employees to be vaccinated . Their mantra: If everyone is vaccinated, the virus loses its ability to spread and ultimately loses its power. The company, based in New York City, just announced a new policy that requires all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they qualify for an accommodation,...

Excuse me, are you in the right class?

Jul 22, 2021

Misclassification of employees is the categorizing of workers as independent contractors rather than employees. This illegal practice enables employers to cut costs and save money. Misclassified workers are often underpaid and left without benefits or legal protections. Worker misclassification has a...

Exit Interviews – A Great Opportunity for Employers

Jun 28, 2021

By Craig Wolfson, Esq. Once an employee gives you notice that they are leaving your company, this should not be the end of your communication with them. There are many benefits of spending time with a departing employee and having an exit interview with them. Departing employees are generally much more forthcoming than those still in their jobs. They feel that they have nothing to lose and can speak...

Staff Retention Becoming Key Issue for Employers

Jun 02, 2021

For HR professionals, the numbers are ominous. Turnover is on the rise as we come out of the pandemic. Is your organization (or client) prepared? In the US, the Association for Talent Acquisition Professionals has reported that employee turnover is rising across many industries. 1 In the UK, 48% of office workers have said they have found a new role, are actively looking, or will be leaving their job this year, according to research by...

HR by the Numbers

Apr 16, 2021

Here's a quick roundup of some HR survey data making headlines. WHAT EMPLOYERS WANT Over the past year, the pandemic has changed so many facets of the job market—but there is one area where job seekers may want to pay particular attention: what companies are looking for in job candidates. According to a survey out today from leading global RPO provider, PeopleScout, the overwhelming majority of hiring managers say the pandemic...

HR, Gigs and Job Surveys in the News

Feb 23, 2021

Here's a quick roundup of some interesting job and HR surveys that caught our eye. The rise in importance of temporary jobs during the pandemic has been undeniable as businesses look to navigate an unpredictable climate. A new survey out today from staffing leader PeopleReady finds that many companies (40%) are planning to make temporary jobs a permanent part of their post-pandemic workforce model. In the past year, 52% of companies...

5 Big Decisions for HR Leaders in 2021

Feb 03, 2021

As HR leaders continue to address the changes in business environments as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Gartner, Inc. has identified five future of work decisions HR must address this year. Major shifts in macro factors, such as customer behaviors and government regulations, and in micro factors, including organizational strategy and policy, have substantially shortened HR leaders’ time horizons when planning for the...

Top Concerns for HR Heading into 2021

Jan 18, 2021

Human Capital Management company Paycor has revealed the top priorities and concerns for human resources (HR) going into 2020. By looking at the most frequently accessed content in its data, the company determined primary areas of interest in 2020 to be communication , health and safety , change in the workplace, layoffs and furloughs, and payroll . The past year has been marked by a number of significant events, including...

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