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How to Protect Company Data When Employees Travel
Employees are the weakest link when it comes to protecting company data—and connecting to public Wi-Fi while they're traveling is part of the problem
Recruiting Bots Are Here to Stay
Meet Mya an artificial intelligence chat “bot” (short for robot) that offers a layer of text-based conversation between applicants and recruiters from the moment a job seeker applies for a…
Job-Candidate Feedback Helped Shape American Express’ Talent Brand Refresh
American Express recently reinvigorated its employer brand based partly on feedback from job candidates and new hires
DOL Ramps Up Mental Health Parity Investigations
The Department of Labor is increasingly scrutinizing employers and group health plans for compliance with the provisions and rules of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
For Now, Dollar Value of Accrued Vacation Isn’t Required on Paystubs
California employers don't have to include the monetary value of accrued but unused vacation time on wage statements until the payment is due, according to a recent California Court of…
Health Care Organizations Invest in the Front Line to Help the Bottom Line
Health care employers are developing the skill sets of their front-line workforce to boost workers’ career options and fill anticipated labor shortages
Democrats Ask Obama to Ban Contractors’ Salary History Questions
Several Democratic lawmakers have asked President Barack Obama to use his executive powers to prevent federal contractors from seeking salary histories from job applicants
Mature Talent Functions Use Data, Forecast Future Needs
Organizations with the most mature talent acquisition functions perform 30 percent better on business outcomes and are 160 percent more likely to achieve higher recruiting performance results than organizations with…
Naming Names: When to Identify Co-Workers in Corrective Action Documentation
A group of employees from one department has come forward to file a complaint against their director but they want to remain anonymous, fearing retaliation. How can you protect their…
In Focus: Ashley Madison Settles for $1.6 Million, Yahoo Reveals 1 Billion Hacked
Ashley Madison, the dating site whose motto is "Life is Short. Have an Affair," has agreed to pay $1