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Is Conversational AI a Recruiting Revolution?

In a recent interview with Ankit Somani, cofounder of AllyO, we discussed how conversational artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the recruiting industry.

New Trump Order Targets Disparate Impact Liability

In his administration’s continued quest to “encourage meritocracy and a colorblind society” and oppose “race- or sex-based favoritism,” President Trump issued a new Executive Order on April 23, 2025, titled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy.” The order specifically targets disparate impact liability. Background on Title VII Disparate Impact Liability Title VII of the Civil […]

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5 Ways to Build Up Your ‘Diversity Fitness’

For years, technology leaders have been talking about diversity. “Talking” and “doing” are very different things though, evidenced by the fact that most startups are still dominated by white men. Side note: If you’re still not convinced diverse companies perform better, you’ve got some reading to do before going any further. But if you know […]

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‘I Know I Should Have Dealt with This Months Ago’

Our experiences with COVID-19 have demonstrated something your grandmother probably already told you: A problem ignored is not a problem solved. While procrastination can sometimes be a good thing (e.g., brussels sprouts go bad, so you don’t have to eat them), it also can set you up for failure, especially in the workplace—for example, not […]

Using Call-In Policies to Prevent FMLA Abuse

Potential FMLA abuse is one of the biggest concerns employers face while administering FMLA leave. One way employers have found to combat FMLA abuse is to have a specific call-in policy outlined and consistently followed. Using Call-In Policies to Prevent FMLA Abuse Having a written call-in policy is the first step, but a policy alone […]

Scaling the Generational Divide—Tips for Reaching Millennials

by Andrew Allen, marketing program manager for Saba Software Millennials, like previous generations, have unique aspirations. For each of the past 5 years, Deloitte has conducted a global survey of Millennials, their values, and their changing roles in the workplace.

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Communicating with Workers Before Bringing Them Back

For some employers across the nation, you may have already had the chance to bring workers back only to shutter your doors once more due to rising coronavirus cases in your state or city. Unfortunately, there are no clear answers as to when the workforce will fully be able to return, but it always helps […]

‘My Medication Makes Me Late’ Means Call Your Attorney

In yesterday’s Advisor, attorneys Tracy L. Cahill and Veronica T. von Grabow illustrated the advantages of an early call to an attorney. Today, we’ll get one more of their scenarios, a helpful checklist, and an introduction to a unique 10-minute training program. Cahill and von Grabow are attorneys in the Los Angeles offices of the […]

How to Set Human Resources Goals You’ll Actually Stick To

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: goal-setting time! Some HR professionals are eagerly whipping out their notepads and pens, ready to make some spreadsheets and crunch some numbers for projections. Their coffee is hot, and their to-do list is waiting. Yearly, quarterly, weekly—goals are their bread and butter. But some HR professionals are […]