In the United States, 84.3% of women have given birth by the age of 44 years, and women make up 46.6% of the labor force. With these statistics in mind, the importance of parental leave is paramount. So why are so many new parents in the United States feeling unsupported by parental leave policies? Only… Read more »
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Hybrid Work Policies: 4 Best Examples for Strong teams+template
Hybrid work policies are a key consideration for almost all companies operating in the post-COVID world. In 2023, a study discovered that 74% of companies in the United States either use or want to start using a permanent hybrid work model. Also, 44% of employees in the US like the idea of a hybrid work… Read more »
Overcoming Unconscious Bias with Collaborative Intelligence
Unconscious bias is a tale as old as human civilization itself, yet, it still rears its head in the 21st-century workplace. Unchecked unconscious bias in an organization can limit your company’s growth and development…and detract from a positive work culture. The good news is that you can overcome unconscious bias through a combination of natural… Read more »
8 Steps to Create a Powerful DEI Dashboard for Your Company
The importance of DEI is widely reported. But many organizations fail to implement good diversity and inclusion practices. Therefore, a DEI dashboard tool can help by allowing you to analyze and visualize your DEI data in a simple way — supporting data-driven decisions to improve inclusion and diversity. In this article, we’ll dive into 8… Read more »
7 Tips for Using Technology in Remote Training and Onboarding
Technology has allowed remote work to become one of the most popular business models in modern industry. Like it or not, remote work is here to stay, and it brings many benefits to businesses. So, it is time to start paying close attention to remote training and onboarding. Photo by Gilles Roux on Unsplash Remote… Read more »
AI and DEI Evolution: How to Craft a More Inclusive Workplace
AI and DEI are pillars of the modern workplace. It’s hard to ignore their collective impact on organizational goals and culture. AI (Artificial intelligence) unlocks new levels of productivity. While DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) boosts team performance by keeping employees satisfied. Naturally, mixing AI and DEI practices can really help your company. The way… Read more »
Why Boundaries at Work are Important [and How to Set Them]
Setting boundaries at work could be just as important as having healthy relationship boundaries at home. They say if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. For everyone else, it’s estimated that you’ll work 90,000 hours throughout your lifetime. That works out to spending about one-third of your life… Read more »
Compelling Job Descriptions: 5 Tips to Engage Top Talent
Crafting a compelling job description is crucial to attracting ideal candidates and setting the tone for the hiring process. After all, it’s their first impression of your company. In this article, we’ll explore some of the less obvious practices for writing job descriptions that captivate and engage the right candidates so you can build an… Read more »
9 Helpful Examples of SMART Goals for Diversity & Inclusion
The modern business world is changing for the better, at least when it comes to the policies, laws, and regulations around diversity and inclusion. And the importance of D&I for organizational success is being proved time after time. So, that’s why it’s ideal to have smart goals for diversity & inclusion. Businesses in all sectors… Read more »
10 Benefits of Inclusion in the Workplace
Let’s be honest. There’s no way any business can doubt the significance and effectiveness of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Deloitte found that businesses with a diverse workforce had a per-worker profit 2.3 times greater than others. According to research by Gartner, inclusive teams boost productivity by as much as 30% in highly diverse… Read more »
10 Helpful Workplace Culture Books You Must Read
Workplace culture books discuss how to foster productive and enjoyable workplaces. But, searching for valuable insights takes time and effort. So, these 10 books on workplace culture are a great place to start. They have real-world examples and advice for building highly effective, successful teams. These books also explore the organizational principles, managerial strategies, and environmental factors… Read more »
The 7-Step Process for Writing Job Descriptions
What is your process for writing job descriptions? Creating well-written and inclusive JDs helps you stand out from the thousands of companies hiring and get more applicants. Here are 7 tips to add to your process for success. 1. Use concise job titles Job titles are one of the most effective ways for candidates to find… Read more »
7 Tips to Create Diverse Interview Panels
The first step to building an efficient diversity recruiting process is to have diverse interview panels. 68% of candidates believe a diverse interview panel is essential to better hiring experiences and outcomes. Diverse interview panels should include interviewers with diverse characteristics: age race gender identity sexual orientation skills experience When your interview panels are diverse,… Read more »
The Ultimate List of Job Description Best Practices
There are many elements involved in attracting the best candidates to your open roles. But an experienced HR pro knows that it all starts with job descriptions. The way you structure, brand, market, and write your job description has a big impact on your hiring strategy, and helps you attract the right candidates. That’s why… Read more »
9 Ways to Reduce Interviewer Bias in Recruitment
One of the most important stages of the recruiting process is the interview. Unfortunately, a high-stakes conversation like a job interview can trigger interviewer bias affecting even the most experienced hiring managers. Failure to learn how to reduce interviewer bias may lead to your organization losing out on top talent. A 2018 Linkedin study on… Read more »
