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Why Target is extending COVID benefits, handing out another bonus

The retailer says it spent $1 billion more in 2020 on the health, safety and wellbeing of employees compared to 2019.
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COLLECTION: Strategies to manage coronavirus in the workplace

Check back with us daily as we provide the latest news and insights to how HR can best respond for the betterment of their employees.
HRE Editorial Staff
Tue Jan 26th, 2021

Wellbeing, ‘courageous conversations’ at heart of this CHRO’s strategy

Ayana Champagne of Ferring Pharmaceuticals says the recent HR challenges have refocused the company’s investment in its people.
Maura Ciccarelli is freelance writer based in Southeastern Pennsylvania. View Article
Maura C. Ciccarelli
Wed Jan 20th, 2021 | 6 min read

What the Biden inauguration means for HR leaders

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn in Wednesday in Washington, D.C., marking an employee-friendly switch for HR.

Elizabeth Clarke is executive editor of Human Resource Executive. View Article
Elizabeth Clarke
Tue Jan 19th, 2021 | 2 min read

These 4 strategies will help managers lead with empathy

New research from Limeade reveals a wellbeing discrepancy in organizations. HR can equip leaders to help close the gap.
Jen Colletta is managing editor of HRE. View Article
Jen Colletta
Tue Jan 19th, 2021 | 5 min read

No. 1 way to encourage workers to get COVID-19 vaccine? Education

Experts say organizations need to have a robust communication strategy in place to promote vaccination.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Tue Jan 19th, 2021 | 4 min read

HRE’s number of the day: mental health help

Nearly half of employees said they considered getting treatment because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Tue Jan 19th, 2021 | 2 min read

Black Lives Matter: A call to action for HR

Tomorrow's leaders, MBA students at historically Black colleges and universities, want business leaders to hear their vision for an all-inclusive workplace of the future.

Elizabeth Clarke is executive editor of Human Resource Executive. View Article
Elizabeth Clarke
Mon Jan 18th, 2021 | 14 min read

Here’s how HR can lead a ‘culture renovation’

i4cp’s Kevin Oakes has penned a new book that he says offers a blueprint for making sustainable culture change.
Julie Cook Ramirez is a Rockford, Ill.-based journalist and copywriter. View Article
Julie Cook Ramirez
Sun Jan 17th, 2021 | 4 min read

Benefits news you may have missed: Jan. 11-15

From how one retailer is encouraging its workers to get a COVID vaccine to the most-coveted employee benefits, here are some of the week’s top stories.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Fri Jan 15th, 2021 | 3 min read

4 ideas to help HR bridge the 'future of work' gap

While research shows executives and employees don’t always agree on the best path forward for post-COVID-19 ways of working, there’s still opportunity.
Karen Drosky is vice president of HRBPs at ServiceNow. View Article
Karen Drosky
Fri Jan 15th, 2021 | 5 min read

4 steps to help employees thrive in trying times

A new report offers advice to help HR support employees during arguably the most stressful, and dangerous, period in U.S. history.
Tom Starner is a Philadelphia-based freelance writer. View Article
Tom Starner
Fri Jan 15th, 2021 | 2 min read

These are the benefits employees want most

The top-rated non-insurance benefits revolve around time away from work, new research finds.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Thu Jan 14th, 2021 | 2 min read

Contingent vs. retained executive search—which is right for you?

The search for diverse candidates may highlight a particular difference in the two hiring approaches.
Ryan Whitacre and Toya Lawson are partners at Bridge Partners LLC, an executive search firm. View Article
Ryan Whitacre and Toya Lawson
Thu Jan 14th, 2021 | 6 min read

This retailer will pay workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine

It’s one of the first announcements by an employer of how they are encouraging workers to get vaccinated.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Wed Jan 13th, 2021 | 3 min read

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Cappelli: Cutting pay for remote workers isn't a real fairness strategy

Some Silicon Valley organizations are recalculating pay for workers who live in lower-cost areas.
Peter Cappelli is HRE’s Talent Management columnist and a fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources. View Article
Peter Cappelli
Wed Jan 6th, 2021 | 4 min read

Mayer: 7 benefit trends to watch in 2021

From COVID-19 vaccine support to increased interest in emergency savings accounts, here are predictions to watch in the coming year.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Tue Jan 5th, 2021 | 4 min read

Brooks: Finish 2020 by tying up loose ends, reducing 'task debt'

The best way for HR leaders to start fresh next year is to first leave as much of this year as possible complete, checked off, and neatly tied up.
Ben Brooks is the founder and CEO of the career development platform PILOT. View Article
Ben Brooks
Tue Dec 22nd, 2020 | 4 min read

Sage-Gavin: Here are 4 reasons for optimism after a tumultuous year

Despite the challenges of 2020, there is reason for hope.

Eva Sage-Gavin is HRE's HR Leadership columnist. View Article
Eva Sage-Gavin
Tue Dec 15th, 2020 | 6 min read

Bersin: Why HR needs to start thinking like public health experts

HR must think strategically about how it responds to crises and adapts and safeguards its talent.
Josh Bersin writes HRE’s HR in the Flow of Work column. View Article
Josh Bersin
Mon Dec 14th, 2020 | 3 min read

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COVID-19, Paid Leave and the ADA

Experts Ellen McCann, Tamika Newson and Daris Freeman discuss employee paid leave and HR compliance during the age of COVID-19.

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Wed Dec 2nd, 2020

Converting Fair Hiring Policies into a Dynamic, Automated Tech Platform

Learn what technology can do to manage/automate compliance processes and updates specific to Fair Hiring Laws.
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Tue Nov 10th, 2020

2020 HR Executive of the Year and Honor Roll Awards Ceremony

Honorees at HRE’s virtual Executive of the Year ceremony were quick to recognize all HR leaders serving as vital voices during a tumultuous year.

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Thu Oct 22nd, 2020

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