Talent Management & Staffing Articles

5 lessons from government layoffs the private sector can’t afford to ignore

Elin Thomasian - June 24, 2025

Recent government layoffs underlie the need for good strategic workforce planning, especially amid AI integration. Here's what HR must know.

What’s driving 90% of employers to plan for 2024 layoffs?

Tom Starner - November 17, 2023

More than 90% of employers surveyed expect layoffs next year, but not many are focused on the employee experience of departing workers.

HR’s latest disruptive trend: Goodbye, college degrees; hello, certifications

Dawn Kawamoto - July 21, 2023

As degrees increasingly fall by the wayside in favor of certifications and other credentials, TA leaders are facing new the challenges.

7 ways HR leaders can successfully onboard executives

Dawn Kawamoto - July 20, 2023

Avoid the common misconception that simply filling out paperwork and signing new execs up for benefits is enough, says one expert.

3 compensation issues topping HR’s priority list

Dawn Kawamoto - June 21, 2023

Experts at last week's WorldatWork conference shared where the compensation pain points are, and what HR can do about them.

How Whirlpool turned the tide to find the right people

Phil Albinus - October 1, 2021

Finding interns wasn't a problem for the household appliance manufacturer; instead, it was finding the right fit.

HR Tech Number of the Day: Talent acquisition investment

Phil Albinus - September 30, 2021

HR and recruitment leaders are on the lookout for more powerful TA tools to streamline the hiring process.

Cappelli: 3 reasons the ‘calculus has changed’ on vaccine mandates

Peter Cappelli - August 26, 2021

As more Americans than not are vaccinated, employers need to consider the impact of not mandating vaccines.

Major trend coming as COVID-19 vaccines show up in job listings

Kathryn Mayer - August 18, 2021

'The fact that any job postings mention a vaccine mandate is astounding,' one expert says.

HR Tech Conference 2021: What are the HR tech jobs of the future?

Steve Boese - August 9, 2021

Key themes about new HR roles and the importance of technology in all of them will be explored during a session at HR Tech.

Experts watching if TikTok can help solve their hiring woes

Kathryn Mayer - July 15, 2021

Some big companies are partnering with the social media platform on a pilot program using video resumes.

How COVID has created new ethical considerations for HR

G. Richard Shell - July 12, 2021

Increased talent competition may have more candidates "bluffing" during negotiations.

Why hiring tech is necessary but can have dangerous implications

Rena Nigam - May 25, 2021

These three areas of concern merit attention and a plan to combat bias, this expert writes.

Shortage in tech talent pushing HR to creative recruiting strategies

Tom Starner - April 1, 2021

The pandemic has had many sectors dialing back hiring, but technology is not one of them.

Spring HR Tech number of the day: employee onboarding

Kathryn Mayer - March 17, 2021

A look at how many hours a month teams spend managing applicants–and what it means to HR leaders.

5 steps to check if your remote hiring system is ready for 2021

Lesley Pyle - December 23, 2020

If you're planning to hire remote workers in 2021, the strategy may need to be a bit different than your traditional approach.

Employers can legally require COVID vaccines–but will they?

Kathryn Mayer - December 21, 2020

Mandating inoculation may allow some companies to safely reopen, experts say.

3 strategies for right now to encourage employees to get COVID vaccines

Jeff Levin-Scherz - December 21, 2020

And 3 others that could backfire if they're rolled out too soon.

Number of the day: Employees who want a hybrid workplace

Elizabeth Clarke - December 17, 2020

If hybrid is the future, how do HR leaders need to adjust to serve their people?

Why remote hiring isn’t going away and what that means to HR

Jen Colletta - December 4, 2020

As part of our look ahead to 2021 challenges, Modern Hire’s Karin Borchert considers virtual recruiting, hiring and onboarding for next year and beyond.

Employees are eager to get back to the workplace–if it’s safe

Carol Patton - November 17, 2020

Despite reports of risks, many employees would prefer in-person or hybrid working to fully remote.

3 steps to help HR build a veterans outreach program

Jen Colletta - November 10, 2020

A veteran recruiter from PwC shares best practices for building a more inclusive workforce.

Hiring for the holidays? Follow these tips for virtual recruiting

Tom Starner - October 15, 2020

With an expected hiring boom for the 2020 holiday season, employers will need an effective TA platform to manage high-volume hiring.

6 ways this company is looking to advance DE&I change

Jen Colletta - October 12, 2020

Otis Elevators recently unveiled a new strategy for confronting racism.

Why investing in safety training is good business right now

Carol Patton - September 29, 2020

Ensuring all employees are educated about safety policies today can prevent legal issues tomorrow.

How do you attract young professionals in a pandemic?

Jen Colletta - July 3, 2020

A program that promotes Kansas City as a talent destination is shifting its approach to internships.

What the freeze on foreign worker visas means for HR

Tom Starner - July 2, 2020

President Trump's order will cause employers to look for ways to adjust. It won't be easy, say experts.

HRE’s Number of the Day: #BlackLivesMatter

Jen Colletta - June 25, 2020

Job candidates want to see a positive response to the movement from future employers.

Why HR can’t forget the D&I agenda

Tom Starner - June 23, 2020

Experts say the pandemic could deepen already-existing inequalities.

How communication can make a difference during workforce reductions

Tim OBrien - May 27, 2020

Effective messaging can help an employer rebound and optimize performance.

Innovative approaches to talent management

Tom Starner - May 27, 2020

Employee sharing strategies have moved to new levels during the coronavirus pandemic.

HRE’s number of the day: remote work optimism

Kathryn Mayer - May 19, 2020

Here’s how many workers say their industry can succeed with work-from-home arrangements–and what it means for HR leaders.

Recruiting: Making moments that matter

Andrew R. McIlvaine - May 13, 2020

Hiring (and keeping) the best candidates often comes down to building strong connections during the recruiting process.

Averbook: How HR is writing the book on coronavirus

Jason Averbook - May 8, 2020

We need to unlearn traditional onboarding, performance management and governance.

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