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DOL’s Workplace AI Strategy Follows Historical Approach to Technology

In the age of artificial intelligence (AI), the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is responding consistently with its historical approach to technological advancements. Before adopting AI-related compliance frameworks, the DOL is prioritizing workforce readiness for an AI-powered world. Aligned with the current administration’s policies, the DOL’s approach promotes innovation over restriction and guidance over enforcement, […]

Old Mentoring Model Replaced by Reciprocal Relationship

The old model of mentoring in which an older, more experienced worker passes on knowledge to a younger, less experienced worker, is being replaced by a new model, says mentoring expert Lois Zachary. The new mentoring depends on a reciprocal learning relationship, she says. Zachary, author of The Mentor’s Guide and the recently published The […]

Strong Suits That Moms Bring to Remote Working

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are around 23.5 million employed women with children under the age of 18, and nearly two-thirds of those moms work full time and year-round. Moms have always been synonymous with superheroes, especially when you consider the multitude of things they are able to juggle in 1 day. This […]

Flaying Stranger Things at the Office

I’m happy to report that one of my favorite shows, Stranger Things, didn’t disappoint with Season 3. I’m even prouder to report that I now have both my sons absolutely hooked on the show. Spoiler alert: this article is loaded with spoilers!

Helping the Workforce Through Four Tough Scenarios

Businesses go through tough times, as do the individuals who populate them. Without the right approach from HR representatives and business leaders, things can quickly spin out of control and lead to irreversible damage. Here, we select four challenging scenarios and offer tips and advice on how you can maintain motivation among the workforce.

Understanding the Current State of the American Workforce

If you want to beat your competition at their own game, you need to understand what makes them tick. This advice goes for recruiting talent as well, but in order to beat your competition and recruit top talent, you need to understand the current state of the American workforce.

How Skills-Based Hiring Can Boost an Organization

The pursuit of talent has never been more intense. Organizations are scrambling to fill positions that have been vacant since the pandemic-induced Great Resignation. Interestingly, while 63% of employers face talent shortages, 94% of HR decision-makers have trouble finding qualified candidates.   Hiring managers need help meeting their staffing needs through traditional recruiting activities. It begs […]

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Why You Should Be Delegating Hard Tasks to Subordinates

Delegation is one of the key responsibilities of any manager. Managers are put in their positions not, necessarily, because they have the greatest level of technical skill, but because they are seen as people who can lead, organize, and leverage the skills of those in their departments and teams. This necessarily requires delegation—the act of […]

Faces of HR: Susan Lowe Talks Being Courageous & Creating Safe Spaces

Like many of the HR professionals we feature in this column, Susan Lowe didn’t always work in HR. She started her career in people management and loved the people part so much – particularly coaching and developing people – she segued into HR. “I am driven to make a difference, and whilst leadership enables this, […]