The Most Important Recruiting Trends of 2016
Yesterday’s Advisor examined four of 2016’s most important recruiting trends. Staying abreast of such trends can help you plan in advance and avoid unforeseen problems. Here are two more trends.
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New Tennessee law ‘bans the box’ for state government jobs
Tennessee has joined the list of states passing some form of “ban the box” legislation with the passage of Senate Bill 2440. Governor Bill Haslam signed the measure on April 14. Many states, counties, and cities across the country have joined the ban-the-box movement by prohibiting job applications that require applicants to check a box […]
Don’t let your mistakes define who you are
by Dan Oswald A week ago, Jordan Spieth lost the Masters golf tournament in stunning fashion. One headline on ESPN’s website read, “Jordan Spieth’s collapse at the Masters the most shocking in golf history.” That’s saying a lot since the “modern” game of golf originated in 15th century Scotland and it made its Olympic debut […]
’Tis But a Scratch! Do I Still Have to File an OSHA Claim?
In the movie, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the Black Knight (played by John Cleese) sustains an injury while guarding a bridge—literally just a piece of wood—and proclaims, “’Tis but a scratch!” The scratch, in fact, turns out to be a complete amputation of his left arm, but that doesn’t stop him from guarding […]
Should Strategic Thinking Be Covered in Leadership Development Programs?
“An increasing number of organizations are putting strategic thinking on their list of topics. It’s becoming a bigger priority, and the reason is leaders need to address challenges now that are changing,” says Aaron K. Olson, chief talent officer at Aon plc and coauthor of Leading with Strategic Thinking. For example, technology, globalization, and unpredictability […]
Are You Unknowingly Discriminating When You Read Résumés?
A recent study published by the Administrative Science Quarterly has found a trend indicating implicit bias when hiring professionals look at résumés. Today’s Advisor explores how some applicants are discriminated against when their résumés indicate their minority status.
Workforce Development Program Powers up Careers in Utility Industry
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) recognizes the importance of supporting workforce and economic development initiatives, employing veterans, and doing its part to close the so-called skills gap.
That Time JetBlue Got 150 Strangers to Reach an Agreement in 6 Hours
By Holly K. Jones, JD Passengers on JetBlue Flight 603 were in for a surprise. Near the beginning of the trek from Boston to Phoenix they were given the opportunity to participate in an interesting social experiment called “Reach Across the Aisle.”
Interviewers Need to Be Strategic About Their Job Interview Questions
By Kathy Harris, Harris Allied The interview process is being transformed. Standard interview questions that fail to reveal information relating to an employee’s job performance, or potential “fit,” with an organization are being tossed. Now, more companies are ditching brainteaser interview questions and focusing on the candidate’s past work experience.
Gamification + Data = Increased Engagement?
By Karen Hsu A lack of engagement is a big problem in the modern workforce, and steps must be taken to identify and solve the problem. Gamification can help trainers and HR professionals find the data they need and increase engagement. Today, we present an article by Karen Hsu, vice president of marketing at Badgeville, […]