Research Shows a Need to Improve Workforce Data Confidence and Skills
According to new research, the CIPD and Workday there is a strong relationship between the use of people data and strong business outcomes.
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Failing to Communicate Policy Changes Can Undo Harassment Lawsuit Defense
Employers often make policy changes to address potentially discriminatory conditions. If you hope to use the changes as a defense to future bias claims based on the former policy, however, you must communicate them to your employees. A ruling from the U.S. 8th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Arkansas employers) recently reinforced the lesson.
EntertainHR: What Phish and Trey Anastasio Can Teach Us about Being an Ally
Trey Anastasio, guitarist and vocalist for the band Phish, surprised “phans” by making a guest appearance with the psych-punk band Guerilla Toss on October 17, 2025, at the Brooklyn Bowl. He has a long history of making surprise guest appearances and supporting his fellow artists, including lesser known or emerging artists. For example, in 2022, he joined the indie-groove band, Goose, […]
Hitting the trifecta: 3 things you need in your team members
by Dan Oswald In a recent conversation with an organizational psychologist, I was asked, “What are the top three things you look for in the members of your management team?” That’s a big and important question. Yet I was able to answer it quickly and easily: “Trustworthiness, compatibility, and talent.” The next sentence I uttered […]
Want to Attract Recent College Grads? Try Offering This Trendy Benefit
Tassels have been flipped, hats have been tossed, diplomas are in hand, and college graduates are ready to enter the “real world.” Do you have what it takes to attract these talented individuals to your company? Let’s find out!
Layoff Following Leave Was Not ‘Elaborate Sham,’ Court Says
An employee who was reassigned to a new position after taking medical leave and then quickly laid off was not the victim of an “elaborate sham,” as he alleged, a federal appeals court has determined.
More Ways to Attract Teen Candidates for Seasonal Work
Yesterday we began to explore how to attract, hire, and train seasonal teen workers. Today, we have a few more tips on that topic.
Best Interview Questions to Assess a Candidate’s Conflict Resolution Ability
What are the best interview questions to assess candidates’ ability to manage and resolve conflicts? What answers should interviewers seek? In this Q&A, Richard Birke, chief architect of JAMS Pathways, the leader in early conflict resolution that helps prevent or solve workplace problems, provides tips. Here’s what he had to say. When looking for executives […]
From Digital Marketing to DEI Champion: Connie Ross Makes an Impact
In the evolving landscape of corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), understanding the journeys of those at its helm offers critical insights into the challenges and triumphs of implementing effective DEI strategies. Connie Ross, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Manager at 84.51°, illustrates the nuanced path many DEI professionals navigate in their careers. Here we […]
Only 22% of Companies Want to Know About Applicant Failures
Job interviews are usually about an applicant making a case for why they’re a great asset to the organization and a great fit for the role. They’ll tout their past achievements, education, experience, and personal characteristics. But employers also have an interest in understanding an employee’s weaknesses and past failures. Of course, these are tidbits […]