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Casey Heck, the SVP of Human Resources at online training company Traliant, is a true force in the HR world. With over 15 years under her belt, she’s a strategic business leader known for shaking things up in the best way possible. Heck has a knack for building powerhouse cultures, rolling out programs that make […]
The landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is experiencing a significant tremor, sparked by recent federal actions aimed at scaling back DEI programs within the federal workforce and among federal contractors. This ripple effect is prompting leaders across various sectors to reevaluate their DEI initiatives, creating a complex environment for HR professionals. For recruiters, […]
How employees learn at work is changing fast, and as an HR professional, you need to keep up. Traditional training methods are fading, and online learning is taking center stage. It offers flexibility, personalization, and easy access to skill-building opportunities. However, education goes beyond career growth—it’s a major driver of engagement. When your team has […]
Inclusion isn’t a trend that goes in and out of style. Nor is it a buzzword, a catchphrase, or something to put on your company’s Careers page to check a box. Inclusion is an important pillar of a healthy, productive company culture. Businesses that prioritize inclusivity are more likely to attract top talent, foster creativity, […]
Claribel Lizardo-Gonzalez, Director of People and Culture at Hack.Diversity, is a true testament to the power of lived experience. Growing up in the vibrant melting pot of Queens, New York, she witnessed firsthand the disparities that exist within the workplace. As a Latina with immigrant parents, Lizardo-Gonzalez navigated a world where representation often felt lacking, […]
How much does compassionate management impact employees’ motivation? Research suggests the impact is significant. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence developed ways to measure the emotional intelligence of managers at various workplaces. They found that employees whose supervisors score low on emotional intelligence and compassion say they feel motivated only about 25% of the time, […]
When it comes to discrimination in the workplace, people tend to think first of racial and gender discrimination. However, there are a number of other protected demographic categories that face discrimination in the workplace and other settings. For example, a surprising number of American workers reported experiencing age discrimination, according to a recent report by […]
In an era where adaptability and unity define successful organizations, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become cornerstones of corporate culture. The need to integrate DEI into the fabric of company culture has never been more critical, especially as organizations navigate complex challenges such as the global political climate, economic volatility, and shifting societal expectations. […]
Vandana Juneja has dedicated her career to shaping workplaces that are inclusive, equitable, and empowering. With a background spanning human resources (HR), law, and global consulting, Juneja’s diverse experiences uniquely equip her for her role as the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Officer, a new role at Thornton Tomasetti, a scientific and engineering consulting firm. In […]
In today’s ultra-competitive job market, it can be incredibly tough to find the right person for your open position. The pressure’s on: you need someone with the right skills and the right experience who’s also the right cultural fit—and tons of other companies are looking for that person, too. So how do you stand out […]