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1 month ago | 
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With 2025 now well upon us, employers find themselves looking ahead. What do they see? For many, it’s uncertainty triggered by the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI). How should they react to the challenge? Some who study the future of the workplace advise focusing on resilience and adaptability. Employer ResponsibilitiesIn October, talent advisory and staffing provider the Adecco Group released its research on the future of the workforce.
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2 months ago | 
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Remote work saved the day during the COVID-19 pandemic, but now many employers—even those that initially embraced fully remote or hybrid work—are calling their people back to the office, triggering a cleverly named fad: “coffee badging.”What Is Coffee Badging? Some high-profile employers are getting pushback from employees who are unhappy with return-to-office (RTO) policies that signal the return of long, stressful commutes and inflexible schedules.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
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Not so long ago, employers enthusiastically touted their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. But then the backlash set in. A growing number of employers–bowing to pressure from people opposed to what they see as “woke” policies–are dismantling their programs or at least being low-key about them. So now, many employers are exploring how they can capitalize on the benefits of DEI even in a changed environment. Why Promote DEI?
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
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Organizations spend significant time and energy on recruiting and retaining valuable talent, but those efforts can be dashed if workers are so stressed over the cost and availability of child care that they can’t concentrate on work. So, what solutions can help employees manage their family responsibilities and benefit employers, too?
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
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It’s no surprise to employers that too many workers are more than a little distracted from stress over how to make ends meet, leading many organizations to launch financial wellness programs. But employers have questions. Chief among them: What should such programs include, and how well do they work for employees?
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Oct 10, 2024 | 
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If potential employees seem a bit wary these days, it should come as no surprise. Jobseekers have likely heard the increasingly common reports of companies posting ads for fake, or “ghost,” jobs. Such employer tactics can fuel resentment and cynicism among the pool of potential employees—a problem no employer wants. Disturbing trendEmployers have long complained of being short-staffed and unable to find enough workers.
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Sep 19, 2024 | 
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Attracting and retaining high-performing workers—always a challenge—has become a struggle for many employers, leading them to rethink the perks they offer. Some are happy to offer free snacks, others hope to lure people with the promise of generous time-off policies. Do some employees want to bring their pets to work, take time off to help out with a new grandchild, or volunteer for a cause they believe in? Some employers hope to find a payoff in accommodating such wishes.
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Sep 18, 2024 | 
hrdailyadvisor.blr.com | Tammy Binford
When thinking about the hiring process, those doing the hiring often focus on mistakes job candidates make. Maybe hopefuls show up for an interview late and unprepared, or maybe they’re interested in the job’s salary but not so much the actual work the job requires. Certainly, candidate mistakes can be egregious, but what about mistakes employers make? Those blunders can quickly go from merely off-putting to unlawful.
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Sep 5, 2024 | 
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For several years now, finding and hiring talent has been top of mind for employers. But the picture is changing. Often, there are still more open jobs than qualified employees to fill them, but at least some studies show a shift in employers’ priorities. With the pandemic largely in the rear view, employers are working in a less desperate atmosphere—one where candidate quality is more important than quantity.
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Aug 26, 2024 | 
hrdailyadvisor.blr.com | Tammy Binford
For several years now, finding and hiring talent has been top of mind for employers. But the picture is changing. Often, there are still more open jobs than qualified employees to fill them, but at least some studies show a shift in employers’ priorities. With the pandemic largely in the rear view, employers are working in a less desperate atmosphere—one where candidate quality is more important than quantity.
