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Interview notes defeat worker’s retaliation claim, appeals court rules
In asking all candidates the same questions and ranking them according to the same criteria, Port Authority Trans-Hudson Corp. successfully showed a fair process, the court found. Emilie Shumway Editor Dive Brief: Dive Insight: The court made several observations about the interview process that shielded the employer from the worker’s claims. The interview questions were…
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Gap exists between early career workers’ expectations and hiring managers’ goals, report finds
Candidates feel the recruitment process has lost a personal touch with an over-reliance on assessments rather than connection, Talogy said. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article3 min Early career job seekers and hiring managers expect different outcomes from the hiring process, drawing a disparity between companies’ immediate hiring needs and workers’ desires for long-term growth, according…
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This week in 5 numbers: Generation Z wants job stability, but their managers are stressed
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many leaders have considered quitting over the burden of managing Gen Z. Ginger Christ,Editor The push-and-pull between what Generation Z wants and how companies are responding wages on, as more surveys reveal what Gen Z considers nonnegotiable and how managers…
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Voters sign off on minimum wage increases, paid leave initiatives on Election Day
Workplace issues featured in at least a dozen statewide races, and the results create an even more complex HR landscape. Ryan Golden, Senior Reporter Listen to the article7 min Much of the nation’s attention this week is likely focused on the results of Tuesday’s presidential, congressional and gubernatorial elections — the HR implications of which are…
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Women’s health benefit use leads to fewer missed workdays, analysis shows
Mental health benefits, followed by reproductive health services and maternity care all helped reduce absences for women at work. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article3 min Women’s use of health benefits can influence workplace outcomes such as attendance, retention and productivity, according to a Nov. 6 report from the Integrated Benefit Institute. For instance, 89% of employed…
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IRS increases 401(k) annual cap to $23,500 for 2025
Ryan Golden, Senior Reporter The update coincides with a record rate of retirement savings among 401(k) participants, according to a recent Vanguard report. Listen to the article3 min Dive Brief: Dive Insight: The annual contribution cap update coincides with what a recent Vanguard report described as a record rate of retirement savings among 401(k) plan participants. The…
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4 ways to adapt your workforce to today’s business challenges
By Top Employers How can businesses harness the strength of its workforce in an increasingly turbulent business environment? Top Employers Institute report, ‘Navigating a Dynamic Workforce’, explores how the workforce is evolving to meet new challenges. Insights from over 2,300 participants surveyed 2024, reveals the new realities of modern workforces. The nature of employment has evolved…
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LinkedIn debuts AI agent to source candidates, ask screening questions
A number of HR vendors have deployed recruiting agents, but LinkedIn says it’s betting on its deep collection of data to set “Hiring Assistant” apart. Kate Tornone Lead Editor Listen to the article3 min LinkedIn debuted an artificial intelligence hiring assistant on Tuesday. The tool can source candidates and ask screening questions, the job-focused platform said.…
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Career growth may not be a cure-all for front-line employee unhappiness
By Carolyn Crist Front-line managers and workers in several industries are feeling major burnout, often fueled by understaffing, communication issues and customer conflicts, according to Axonify’s 2024 Deskless Report. And employers may mistakenly believe professional development is the answer. Notably, both managers and workers reported shaky job confidence, with 67% of managers and 57% of workers feeling…
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Most employees say they’re burned out and restless, leading to lower engagement
More workers want to change jobs, especially for more flexibility, better benefits and career development opportunities. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min Nearly 8 in 10 employees have experienced burnout in the last year — leading to lower engagement for more than half of workers and reduced productivity for more than a third of workers, according…
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