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The phenomenon of “unretirement,” where retirees re-enter the workforce, is gaining momentum. Recent data from Nationwide reveals that one in three current retirees are contemplating a return to work, driven largely by desires for increased social interaction and to alleviate boredom. This trend is reshaping the landscape of employment and prompting a reevaluation of workplace […]
I waded through a slew of this week’s entertainment, past a bunch of Kardashian-related bunk, and noticed an announcement that Ben Affleck is retiring from playing Batman. Of course, Batman, and his long-suffering pals Robin and Alfred, are fictional characters who never grow too old to work. Still, I could not help but imagine the […]
With businesses becoming globalized, both managers and team members must interact with people from various cultural backgrounds. To succeed in this new environment, it requires a unique skill set called “cultural dexterity.” It’s also called “global dexterity.”
A recent study found that government employers aren’t embracing digital recruiting methods, pitting them against their private sector counterparts in the war for talent.
In yesterday’s Advisor, training expert Brad Karsh elaborated on four distinct personality types (Driver, Calculator, Innovator, and Stabilizer) and what they each want. Today, Karsh describes how to navigate teams of these diverse personalities—and why the Golden Rule might not be the best policy at work.
If you ever worked for a manager who was a stress-inducing rat, this study of the effects of bullying bosses done with mice will really interest you.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) updated its special per diem rates for the transportation industry, incidental expenses, and the “high-low” substantiation method. These rates, announced September 25 in Notice 2017-54, apply to allowances paid to employees on or after October 1 for travel on or after that date.
The job interview process is getting longer. Although there are many reasons for this increase—including more thorough “screening methods” such as group panel interviews, background checks, and skills tests—one of the biggest delays for recruiters comes at the very onset of the interview process, where screening a high volume of candidates is bogged down by waiting for qualified applicants to call back.
Wally Tablit’s career journey in the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a testament to resilience, diversity, and the power of inclusion. As the Chief Disability Inclusion Officer at Relay Resources, Tablit has dedicated his career to advocating for equitable opportunities and fostering inclusive environments. His rich personal and professional background brings a […]
Wage garnishment refers to any type of deduction from an employee’s wages based on a legal mandate. This may come in the form of a court order, which details the amount the employer is required to withhold and where that sum needs to go. Some agencies also have the authority to request a wage garnishment […]