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HR Work Break: The Loneliness Epidemic

Guests: Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author The US Surgeon General recently deemed loneliness and isolation and “epidemic” as over half of Americans reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. What can HR leaders do to better support their employees’ mental health? Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author; joins HR […]

What Are ‘Deskless’ Employees?

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, understanding the nuances of different employee classifications is crucial. Among these classifications are the terms “deskless,” “offline,” and “nonessential” employees. But what do they truly mean, and why are they significant? Let’s delve into the world of these unique workers. Understanding Deskless Workers Deskless employees, contrary to what the name […]

Why Skills-Based Recruitment Could be the Solution to Talent Shortages

Identifying and hiring the right talent has long been one of the top recruitment challenges, and the ongoing skills crisis has become HR’s latest headache. While millions of fresh graduates walk out of university with a bachelor’s or master’s degree every year, many companies are still having trouble finding people with the right skill sets […]

PUMP It Up! Breastfeeding Accommodations in the Workplace

The ability to pump breast milk in the workplace is protected by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In 2010, the Break Time for Nursing Mother Act was passed as part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and amended the FLSA to include break time and space requirements to pump breast milk at work. The […]

Gen X Workers Demanding Specific Benefits from Employers

In the modern workplace, each generation brings its unique set of needs and preferences. As we and many other observers have previously explored, the millennial and Gen Z cohorts have their distinct desires. But what about Generation X? The ‘Sandwich’ Phase Currently navigating the “sandwich” phase of life, Gen Xers are juggling responsibilities for their […]

Faces of HR: Cori Davis on Honesty, Inclusion, and Investing in People

Meet Cori Davis, Chief People Officer at Genentech, a leading biotechnology company and member of the Roche Group. Davis not only brings more than 25 years of HR experience as an innovative leader to her role, but also a commonsense approach to problem-solving, thinking, empathy, and results orientation. In her role as CPO, she oversees […]

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HR Works Podcast: Parents Are Returning to Work…How Can We Help Them Stay?

Guest: Sadie Funk and Sara Redington from The Best Place for Working Parents What family-friendly policies matter most to working parents in 2023? As recent workforce studies have shown parents making a return to the workplace, with participation totals for parents with children under 18 now climbing back to pre-pandemic levels, how can companies build […]

HR Query: Staying Compliant with PUMP and PWFA

Two new laws strengthen protections for pregnant and nursing employees in the workplace: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP). In this week’s HR Query, we’re highlighting what you need to know to make sure organizations stay compliant. The PWFA took effect June 27, 2023, […]

Why Employee Wellbeing Should Be Your Top Priority in 2023

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health and employee wellbeing has been top of mind for everyone – and rightfully so. In today’s challenging and uncertain times, the mental health and wellbeing of employees has never been more important. According to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, burnout and stress are at all-time highs, […]

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HR Work Break: The Loneliness Epidemic

Guests: Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author The US Surgeon General recently deemed loneliness and isolation and “epidemic” as over half of Americans reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. What can HR leaders do to better support their employees’ mental health? Erica Kezwin, workplace strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author; joins HR […]

HR Works Podcast: Can Predictive Intelligence Unlock the Talent Market?

Guest: Thomas Leeper, Vice President of Client Solutions at Sevenstep What are successful talent acquisition and hiring teams doing differently to address the latest challenges of the labor market? Could predictive workforce intelligence tools and talent analytics be the difference makers for the organizations looking to attract top-talent in the marketplace? In this latest episode […]

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HRDA Shorts: How Do You Improve Communication and Interpersonal Soft Skills in Leaders?

Research from Harvard University, the Carnegie Foundation, and Stanford Research Center found that 85% of career success comes from having well-developed soft skills and people skills. Interpersonal skills are even more essential for leaders. But, how can you cultivate these skills? Dr. Trish Holliday, Vice President of HR and Corporate Services at Nashville Electric Service, […]

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