Workplace Learning Stats You Need to Know Before 2019 Ramps Up
According to a 2018 LinkedIn Learning survey, here are some learning stats and information you’ll want to keep in mind before 2019 starts.
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New Data Suggest Wages Might Finally Be Growing Amid Strong Labor Market
We’ve been talking for some time about the tight job market faced by employers across the company. With the unemployment rate at a historic low, many jobseekers are having an easier-than-usual time finding a new job, or a first job, as employers struggle to find qualified employees.
2018 Jobs Report: A Look Back at the Year
We’re in the home stretch of 2018! It’s been a year filled with record low unemployment rates and consistent battles to find skilled talent. Technology continues to dominate the job landscape, as well as how and where we do our jobs. As this year comes to an end, let’s take a look back at all […]
Worldwide Google Walkout
Allegations of sexual assault and harassment in the workplace have gained increasing attention since the recent #MeToo movement. But even before the recent uptick in focus on such allegations, these issues have posed many challenges for employers and HR professionals.
Tech Leaders Report Urgent Hiring Needs for 2019
As technology keeps evolving over time, so does the need to have talent to support this evolution. As we’ve seen with many industries over the past year, there is a shortage of skilled talent and this is especially true for the technology industry.
January 1, 2019, a Big Day for Oregon’s Equal Pay Act
Key parts of the Oregon Equal Pay Act of 2017 will become effective on January 1, 2019. Part of the law took effect in October 2017, and another section won’t take effect until 2024, but most of the law takes effect with the coming of 2019.
Legal Hiring Expected to Increase Over Next 6 Months
Like most industries, the shortage of qualified candidates is the greatest hiring challenge, and this holds true for employers in the legal industry. According to a new survey, released by Robert Half Legal, litigation and data privacy concerns are accelerating the demand for legal professionals in these and other specialty areas.
92% of Advertising and Marketing Hiring Managers Report Difficulty Finding Skilled Talent
In this tight labor market, finding skilled talent for any position continues to be a struggle and more so for employers in creative roles, according to 92% of respondents in a recent survey.
Massachusetts to See Minimum Wage, ‘Blue Law’ Changes in January
Changes in Massachusetts’ minimum wage and the “blue law” affecting premium pay for certain employees working on Sundays will go into effect on January 1, 2019.
Small Job Growth for November, but Hourly Wages Are Increasing
What do workers want? More money! When do they want it? Now! A new Paychex | IHS Markit small business employment watch for November shows that the tight labor market continues to make for challenging hiring conditions.