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Half of workers underwent training in the past year — but few learned about AI
Only 12.2% of respondents to a Pew Research Center survey said they took a class or received training on artificial intelligence. Kate Tornone, Lead Editor Listen to the https://www.hrdive.com/news/workers-lack-AI-training/740866/ article 2 min Dive Brief: Dive Insight: AI’s effect on the workplace is rapidly growing, but most HR leaders have not prioritized efforts to reskill those who may…
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4 ways to focus on talent retention, according to The Conference Board
Turnover is costly, the report said, but employers can stem it with the right investments. Kathryn Moody, Senior Editor Listen to the article 4 min https://www.hrdive.com/news/4-ways-to-focus-on-talent-retention/740732/ To stem the tide of turnover and reduce costs, employers need to invest in talent retention, not just recruitment, according to a pair of reports released Feb. 19 by The…
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AI might be able to improve quality of hire — but it hasn’t yet, report shows
A slower job market means more recruiters will focus on the quality of the hire, in reaction to the “quick fills” of 2021 and 2022, LinkedIn said. Kathryn Moody, Senior Editor Listen to the article2 min https://www.hrdive.com/news/ai-improving-hiring-future/740462/ Recruiters are continuing to test and experiment with artificial intelligence tools — and while many recruiters surveyed agree…
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Workers lacking motivation? Monitoring and incentives aren’t the answer, researchers say
Managers should provide clear directions and feedback to see improved performance and commitment, according to recent data. Kate Tornone, Lead Editor Listen to the article2 mhttp://res.cloudinary.com/dmgi9movl/video/upload/q_1/v1740153051/news/text_to_speech/workers-lacking-motivation-monitoring-and-incentives-arent-the-answer-re_jjztho.wavin Dive Brief: Dive Insight: Tuesday’s research backs up what others have found: Clear goals, performance reviews and feedback are tied to high motivation to perform, McKinsey and Company research concluded late…
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Is the workplace less friendly? Employees say they care less about having ‘work besties.’
Respondents told Glassdoor that remote work, higher turnover and layoffs have made it harder to make friends at work. Kathryn Moody, Senior Editor Workers may be leaning away from making friends at work — and it might be a symptom of how U.S. workers are approaching the longevity of their roles, according to recent polls from…
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Signing bonus use fell but remains higher than pre-pandemic levels, Indeed says
The trend indicates that employer preferences may have shifted toward one-time bonuses over more permanent wage hikes, an Indeed economist said. By Carolyn Crist Signing bonuses became less prevalent in 2024 but still remain more popular than in pre-pandemic years, according to a Jan. 28 report by Indeed’s Hiring Lab. About 3.7% of U.S. job postings on Indeed mentioned…
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Black workers and workers with disabilities are seeking flexible jobs in record numbers
More workers want fully remote jobs or “fully flexible hours,” allowing them to choose when their workdays begin and end. By Carolyn Crist Record numbers of Black and disabled workers looked for jobs with flexible schedule arrangements in 2024, setting the stage for major talent trends in 2025, according to a Jan. 28 report from Flexa. Most workers…
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Forget the company car. Top earners want remote work.
Competition for the highest paying remote jobs is greatest in the business development, sales and marketing fields, a Ladders report found. Ginger Christ Editor Dive Insight: The report shows a reversal in the working arrangement makeup for top earners and flies against broader return-to-work trends, including at the federal level. A May 2024 report by Ladders found that…
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The business cost of DEI fatigue: Why leaders can’t afford to give up on workplace diversity
To mark Race Equality Week (3-9 February), Raj Tulsiani, CEO of Green Park, urges leaders not to use DEI fatigue as an excuse to pull back on inclusion efforts. Are we facing the end of the DEI gold-rush, the start of DEI fatigue, or some other new label people can argue about at the cost of…
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What hiring managers should know about the 2025 labor market
While the labor market has cooled off, an aging workforce and changes to immigration will challenge recruiters this year, experts told HR Dive. By Jen A. MillerContri While multiple economic factors can affect hiring in 2025, hiring managers do have some indications about where possible wins and challenges will be. A cooled labor market may make good…
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