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E-learning was very popular in the 90s, says River Software’s Randy Emelo. However, in the 21st century, the focus has shifted to bite-sized chunks of learning, the shorter the better—something we call micro-learning. Tearing information apart, then talking about what you are doing—that’s social learning.
In new research conducted by iCIMS, we get a rare look at Generation Z. Specifically, the report looks at the class of 2017.
The confirmation hearings for Brett Kavanaugh have finished (pending new hearings surrounding sexual misconduct allegations), and they have been filled with political strife already. I recently sat down with Mark Phillis, an attorney at Littler Mendelson, to discuss some of the fears that the LGBTQ community has about the future of workplace discrimination laws.
Taking time off from a career can create a hurdle for the majority of employees. With 76% of U.S. workers between the ages of 24 and 38 expecting long-term career gaps, a reentry path into the workforce is needed, and contingent work may be the best bet.
Many people have been talking about a “new world of work” for a long time. However, the current public health situation and labor market crisis are not what anyone had in mind. The sudden work-from-home mandates, refocusing of priorities, and adjustments to time management are startling for everyone, to say the least.
As a tenured HR employee, you’ve likely worn a variety of proverbial hats over the years. HR inherently requires its people to stretch themselves and fulfill many different roles and requirements—from talent scout to employee therapist to conflict mediator. The pandemic forced many in HR to explore their adaptability further. In 2020, HR professionals had […]
If your recruiting efforts have ever focused on bringing independent contractors on board, you know that it’s not always the same process as bringing on a regular employee.
Parikh, who is director of product marketing at compensation software development company Callidus (www.calliduscloud.com), recently spoke to BLR on pay for performance. BLR: How well do companies really link pay with performance? Parikh: Companies basically end up spending about 8-10% of their gross revenue on variable compensation. That could be a very large amount of […]
Kim Strignile is a Senior Vice President and HR Business Partner Director, a seasoned Human Resources (HR) leader with over 24 years of experience. Her expertise spans talent strategy, organizational design, and leadership development. At Provident Bank, she leads both the HR Business Partner and Talent Acquisition teams, which are crucial in cultivating a high-performing culture […]
The corporate America of the last few years has seen an explosion in attention to social justice issues. This includes everything from cultural appreciation events in workplaces to an increased focus on diverse hiring to corporate messaging aimed at demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to consumers. But not all consumers and […]