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The debate over the value of salary transparency has heated up in recent years, with neither side giving much ground. But Kristin Wong describes some studies that weigh in favor of transparency on New York magazine’s Science of Us blog.
With the lines blurred between work and home and the pandemic crisis affecting people around the world, 2020 has emphasized the critical need for effective well-being programs in the workplace. The coronavirus pandemic, physical isolation, and uncertain economy have all contributed to declining mental well-being for thousands of working adults.
American track and field champion Tori Bowie recently died suddenly from complications related to childbirth. The three-time Olympian, who was once known as one of the fastest women in the world, hadn’t been seen for several days when the local police department sent deputies to her Florida home as part of a welfare check. When […]
Disney, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and JPMorgan are just a few of the companies calling their employees back to the office. For some it’s about productivity and collaboration while others believe that “nothing can replace” in-person work. But is there really an advantage to in-office time for every company? In 2021, 70 percent of those who […]
In a case involving overtime allegedly owed to sales reps, the U.S. Supreme Court held that the “preponderance of the evidence” standard applies when an employer attempts to show an employee is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime pay requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employer Claims Exemption Several sales representatives for […]
Talent management professionals have navigated 3 years of upheaval. From the sudden onset of hybrid and remote working models to major fluctuations in the labor market and the current global economic uncertainty, change has been the only constant. In addition to these challenges, there remains the enduring conundrum: how best to support, engage, and retain […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace, particularly in recruitment and management. HR professionals are at the forefront of integrating these technologies while ensuring that their organizations remain compliant with the evolving legal landscape. While the adoption of AI promises to enhance HR efficiency, it also introduces potential risks, including bias and discrimination. Your role […]
When Sandy Cross, Chief People Officer of the PGA of America, focuses on inclusion and diversity topics, she’s not just thinking about employees of the golfers’ association. She’s also concentrating on the vendors the association relies on, the people out on the course, and the people who might one day consider taking up the game.
In yesterday’s Advisor, we gave several activities you can use to keep your training engaging and motivational from start to finish. In today’s Advisor, we get expert advice on how you can use accelerated learning processes to motivate all of your trainees to absorb and apply your training content.