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5 Tips to Avoid Being Weird Around Your LGBTQ Coworkers

It’s a fact that more inclusive organizations can be more successful. Inclusive teams exhibit a 35% productivity boost over non-inclusive teams. Moreover, inclusive companies are 1.7 times more likely to be innovative and generate 2.3 times more cash flow per employee, according to Josh Bersin. So why wouldn’t you want to promote increased inclusivity throughout […]

When Strikes Arise, Staffing Agencies Keep the Economy Healthy

For six weeks in the fall of 2023, the United Auto Workers (UAW) went on strike. The Big Three automakers—General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep and Chrysler—were the targets. The auto industry makes up about three percent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP), and UAW workers produce nearly half of […]

From HR to DEI Champion: Carol Lewis’s Impactful Strategy at MRI Software

With SHRM’s announcement that it was changing its use of the acronym DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) to I&D (inclusion and diversity) recently, along with some major companies publicly pulling back on their I&D efforts, some might feel that these efforts are no longer valued or important. That’s far from the case. Over the past […]

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Supporting Leadership Transitions: What HR Can Learn from Biden’s Swift Step-Down and Harris’s Rapid Ascent

Regardless of personal politics, this summer’s unplanned transition of the democratic nominee from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris has been a critical reminder of the need for CEO succession planning. The rapid transition from Biden to Harris, coupled with the immense pressure CEOs are under due to changing market conditions, has led to discussions among […]

Maximizing Recruitment Efficiency with Third-Party Agencies

Virtually every employee is familiar with the process of applying to jobs and interviewing for those jobs directly with an employer. A smaller subset of workers have also had experience working with third-party recruitment agencies that help facilitate the process. Typically, these third-party recruitment agencies work on behalf of, and are paid by, the employer. […]

Faces of HR: Jayson Johnson’s Journey to Impact

Jayson Johnson’s career took an unexpected turn when he decided to trade in his fundraising hat for a role in talent acquisition at Genentech. Driven by a desire to make a significant impact in the tech industry, he was drawn to the company’s commitment to scientific innovation and its people. “As a fundraiser, I had […]

Potential Disruption for Employee Training Industry

The corporate learning industry, valued at $340 billion, is on the brink of significant disruption. Emerging technologies and evolving workplace demands are reshaping how companies approach employee training and development. This blog post explores some of the factors driving this transformation and what it means for the future of learning and development (L&D).  The Role […]

The Positive Impact of Family-Forming Benefits on Employees and Employers

Companies are increasingly recognizing the importance of offering comprehensive health benefits, including family-forming solutions such as in vitro fertilization (IVF). Integrating family-forming benefits, such as IVF support, into employee health plans is a strategic initiative that offers significant advantages. These benefits alleviate financial burdens, boost employee retention, and enhance workplace productivity, providing substantial value to […]

EntertainHR: Twisters Reminds Employers to Be Weather (and Employment Law) Aware

Twisters was a great summer movie. It had action, the hint of romance, subtle nods to original, questionable science and Glen Powell in a cowboy hat. What more can you ask for? I’m an employment lawyer living in the heart of tornado alley. So, I know a thing or two about tornados and what to […]

Why You Need More Introverts as Workplace Leaders

Tell an introvert you canceled the company picnic, and they’ll happily stay home, or hole up in their office and get some work completed. Those who keep on the quieter side may not be the life of the party, but they are solid, steady, and reliable, making them excellent workplace leaders. In the post-pandemic world […]