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The Talent Pool That Is Surprisingly Overlooked — and Primed for Recruiters
Authored by Laura Hilgers Consider the following candidates: a young man with a master’s degree in mathematics from New York University who holds a patent and has passed his Level 1 Chartered Financial Analyst exam. Or a young woman with dual degrees from Pace University who speaks three languages. What do they have in common? Both are recent graduates…
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Are you instigating fear in the workplace?
Many leaders acknowledge that fear is increasingly being seen in the workplace, due to financial concerns, global instability and issues around exclusion, but other leaders may themselves be the instigators of fear. If you find yourself dreading the upcoming workweek, rest assured, you’re not alone. According to a survey conducted by LiveCareer of over 1,000 people in…
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DEI success ultimately stems from strong CEO leadership, survey indicates
While acknowledging the increased pushback regarding DEI programs, Black executives noted the importance of sustaining their initiatives. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min CEO leadership is crucial for success with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to a June 5 report from The Executive Leadership Council, meaning leaders must regularly communicate with workers about the links between DEI initiatives…
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SHRM24 – DEI faces ‘delicate and uncomfortable environment,’ SHRM panelists saySHRM24 –
Backlash bolstered by the U.S. Supreme Court’s college admissions decision is seemingly in tension with diversity’s business case and the country’s shifting dynamics, speakers observed. By Laurel Kalser, Contributor Listen to the article5 min The past few years have brought radical changes to the employment landscape, and among them is last year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision…
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SHRM24 – Why employees resist welcoming trans co-workers
Ben Greene spoke to a SHRM audience about the barriers to trans inclusion in the workplace. Caroline Colvin, Reporter Listen to the article7 min Since the advent of work, humans have struggled with workplace conflict. Particularly since Donald Trump’s election, American HR professionals have dealt with the repercussions of a polarized political climate. “It can feel…
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How to make employees feel included, according to researchers
Burnout and inclusion are statistically intertwined, Boston Consulting Group said in a recent report. Ryan Golden, Senior Reporter Listen to the article3 min Nearly half of employees globally are dealing with burnout, but a small series of inclusion-boosting practices may help organizations address burnout, Boston Consulting Group said in a June 11 report. The firm said its…
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How fostering DEI can improve safety and reduce workplace injury risks
Thinking about workplace design can help accommodate workers with different abilities, body types and cultural preferences, according to the National Safety Council. By Carolyn Crist Workplace injury prevention programs that incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion principles can reduce worker risks and create a culture of safety, according to a June 10 report from the National Safety Council. Different…
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How to factor all genders into pay equity discussions
Generally, discussions about pay equity focus on the gender pay gap between men and women but fail to consider those who identify as nonbinary and to address intersectionality. Ginger Christ As pay transparency efforts gain momentum across the country, pay equity discourse doesn’t always look at the whole picture, experts told HR Dive. Generally, discussions…
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As anti-LGBTQ+ laws proliferate, workers say they want employers to be advocates
The majority of workers surveyed by an advocacy nonprofit said LGBTQ+ equality has worsened in the past year. Published March 27, 2024 Ginger ChristReporter Dive Brief: Anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has been on the rise, and 2023 set an all-time high, Out & Equal CEO Erin Uritus said in a statement. 2024 is on pace to exceed last…
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Zoom declares new DEI approach as tech industry trims diversity investments
Zoom will partner with “well-established and well-regarded DEI firms who work closely with tech companies,” its COO told employees in a Jan. 29 memo. Published Feb. 13, 2024 Ryan GoldenSenior Reporter Video communications platform Zoom announced job cuts late last month as well as a strategic shift in the company’s approach to diversity, equity and inclusion,…
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