Peter Cappelli

Peter Cappelli is HR Executive’s Talent Management columnist and a fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources. He is the George W. Taylor Professor of Management and director of the Center for Human Resources at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

Are Algorithms Good Managers?

The rise of the gig economy has contributed to employers' growing interest in the use of algorithms to manage both employees and contractors.

Can We Talk about Mentoring?

Here's how to create a viable mentoring program that will provide employees with the feedback they need without putting undue burdens on mentors.

Making Fun Mandatory

Workplace social events essentially extend the workday and take time away from our social lives. Are they even fun and worth doing?

Where’s That Wage Increase?

A U.S. Census bureau report stated that wages have risen over this past year by 3.2 percent, but what was taken into account to reach this number?