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Jayson Johnson’s career took an unexpected turn when he decided to trade in his fundraising hat for a role in talent acquisition at Genentech. Driven by a desire to make a significant impact in the tech industry, he was drawn to the company’s commitment to scientific innovation and its people. “As a fundraiser, I had […]
A federal judge in New York has ruled against major parts of the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) employer-friendly rule on joint employment.
The Compensation Daily Advisor® announced today the release of a free report for compensation professionals, Market Pricing Versus Job Evaluation: Why Not Both?, which provides a strategy to help employers integrate job evaluation and market pricing tools. The exclusive special report examines the two tools in tandem – rather than as competing strategies. Market pricing […]
A case decided on December 5 by the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals—a sister federal appeals court to our 5th Circuit, which covers Texas—looks like it is being teed up for review by the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS). The issue: What does it take to get a case dismissed before trial? […]
Since the pandemic, the standard work environment has evolved significantly, with a growing number of employees seeking flexible work arrangements. Some prefer fully remote work, while others favor a mix of in-office and remote work, commonly known as the hybrid work model. Benefits of Hybrid Work Hybrid work offers numerous benefits, including better work-life balance, […]
Earlier in July, organizers and labor organizations across the country were in the process of holding a “Strike for Black Lives”—a national walkout of workers in support of “dismantling racism and white supremacy to bring about fundamental changes in our society, economy and workplaces.”
At a credit union in Indiana, employees reported that their CEO had recently become “disorganized, forgetful, and confused.” He seemed disoriented and lost, they said.
On March 20, 2023, following an eight-game suspension, Memphis Grizzlies’ two-time all-star point guard, Ja Morant, returned to play in an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets. Grizzlies fans welcomed him back with cheers and a standing ovation when he came off the bench after missing a total of nine games, eight of which […]
A little treat for employees can go a long way. Gift cards, for example, can play a powerful part in improving wellness, especially when woven into company wellness plans. Since the pandemic, there’s been an uptick in using gift cards to motivate all kinds of positive behavior, including getting vaccines, quitting smoking, getting sober, and […]
If a firm loses its top leaders, who will take their place? It’s a question without an answer within many organizations, according to new research from Robert Half Legal. Charles Volkert, executive director of Robert Half Legal, stresses that “proactive planning not only ensures the transfer of knowledge and business continuity, but it also adds […]