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Access for individuals with disabilities has often meant being reactive. Organizations tell employees or customers or visitors that accommodations are available, and then they sit back and wait for the requests for access. But when it comes to digital access, a proactive approach often leads to full inclusion in a way that reacting to requests […]
Knowing how and when to apologize in the workplace is an important skill to hone. Though some advocate the approach of “never say sorry,” effective apologies show respect and rehabilitate damaged relationships, forming a foundational part of a positive work culture. It can be challenging to apologize in the right way in the right place […]
There has long been a certain stigma tied to being laid off from a job. Sure, it’s not quite the same as getting fired for cause, but it’s still not great to be seen as expendable when staffing cuts are required. But that stigma might be starting to break down in the face of employers […]
Wendy John, Head of Global Diversity and Inclusion at Fidelity Investments, says she had a nontraditional path to her diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leadership role. Those who have followed along with our series, however, are probably well aware there really isn’t a “traditional” path to such roles for most of the executives who hold […]
It’s Women’s Equality Day and this year’s theme celebrates the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying U.S. citizens the right to vote based on sex. While we celebrate the milestone of women’s voting rights, there are still many issues surrounding women’s […]
Landing a new job is one of the most exciting aspects of many people’s professional lives. A new job represents new opportunities, the ability to meet new people and learn new skills, and oftentimes more prestige and compensation than a previous role, which is a key driver for people looking for a new job in […]
Healthcare costs for Americans are rising, and along with them is the percentage of medical bills or debt in collections. A common misconception is that health insurance is a panacea for healthcare costs, but that’s simply not true. While health insurance can cover a portion of healthcare costs, many Americans are still in debt from […]
Kathleen Duffy has been involved in the field of recruiting for nearly four decades. For our latest Faces of HR profile, we connected with Kathleen to discuss how she got her start in the industry, her biggest influences, best mistake, as well as why HR leaders shouldn’t dismiss the value of a strategic recruiting partner. […]
There was a time when employers’ primary value proposition to potential employees was financial compensation: A good hourly wage, a strong salary, and/or a lucrative bonus structure was often all the motivation many workers needed to apply for a job. But, as the importance (and expense) of other lifestyle needs has grown, benefits like health, […]
Change can spark anxiety for many people, and few things have brought more uncertainty and changes than the pandemic, especially to the workplace. How and where we work have changed dramatically in recent years with more workplaces adopting a hybrid model, which allows for in-person and remote work. While there are many benefits to working […]