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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
Wed Jan 20th, 2021

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

‘Employees are watching’ how HR responds to the riots

Many HR leaders are now facing questions about what to do if workers participated in last week’s violent insurrection.
Jen Colletta is managing editor for HRE. View Article
Jen Colletta
Wed Jan 13th, 2021 | 4 min read

How S&P Global used a people-first mindset to reprioritize in 2020

CHRO Dimitra Manis shares how the organization revamped its recruiting site amid the challenges of the pandemic.
Jen Colletta is managing editor of HRE. View Article
Jen Colletta
Wed Jan 13th, 2021 | 6 min read

Employers deciding if they’ll require COVID-19 vaccines

The majority of organizations say they are contemplating whether to mandate vaccinations for their employees.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Tue Jan 12th, 2021 | 3 min read

HRE’s number of the day: Focus on employee health

Human resources and benefits professionals say that helping employees maintain their health and wellbeing was a much higher priority in 2020.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Mon Jan 11th, 2021 | 2 min read

3 tips for managing long-term remote work in 2021

With more organizations making remote work permanent, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Jen Colletta is managing editor of HRE. View Article
Jen Colletta
Mon Jan 11th, 2021 | 2 min read

TIAA offering employees at-home COVID testing

As rates of the virus soar, the firm is encouraging its workers to take advantage of a new, free testing option.
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. View Article
Kathryn Mayer
Mon Jan 11th, 2021 | 3 min read

How the DOL nominee could shake up HR

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh would be the first union member to fill the role in nearly “half a century.”
Nick Otto is HRE’s senior digital editor. View Article
Nick Otto
Fri Jan 8th, 2021 | 3 min read

Benefits news you may have missed: Jan. 4-8

From 7 benefit trends to watch in 2021 to how HR can ease employee angst following the Capitol riots, 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 8th, 2021 | 3 min read

What can HR, employers expect from a Biden administration agenda?

With the Georgia Senate election results cementing Democrats' control of Washington, HR leaders can expect more employee-friendly policies under Biden.

Tom Starner is a Philadelphia-based freelance writer. View Article
Tom Starner
Fri Jan 8th, 2021 | 4 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.

Human Resource Executive Videos
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.
Human Resource Executive Videos
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.

Human Resource Executive Videos
Thu Oct 22nd, 2020

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November 2020

Thousands of HR and IT professionals participated in the first virtual HR Tech Conference, with keynotes from eight industry leaders and more than 100 interactive sessions.

October 2020

Prioritizing mental health, fighting for racial equality – how Accenture CHRO and HR Executive of the Year Elly Shook is turning hardships into lessons.

September 2020

The pandemic, racial unrest and economic challenges are redefining HR's role—and making empathy more important than ever.

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