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Talent Management

Just how big is the freelancing market? You may be surprised

A new report finds freelancers doing skilled services earn a median rate of $28 an hour.
Web Editor Michael J. O’Brien has been with HRE for more than a decade. He holds a degree in economics from Boston College. View Article
Michael J. O'Brien
Thu Oct 10th, 2019 | 2 min read

3 things HR needs to think about in the event of a recession

Gartner's Brian Kropp says HR needs to consider lessons learned from past economic downturns.

Andrew R. McIlvaine
Wed Oct 9th, 2019 | 3 min read

How Hispanics could impact the future economy

As Hispanic Heritage Month draws to a close, a new report highlights the economic potential of the rapidly growing Hispanic workforce.

Maura C. Ciccarelli is a freelance writer and marketing communications consultant based in the Philadelphia, Pa., area. She writes for Human Resource Executive® magazine about HR trends on best practices, talent development, healthcare and benefits, technology, legal issues and more. View Article
Maura C. Ciccarelli
Wed Oct 9th, 2019 | 4 min read

This is why you have to take employee experience seriously

To drive change, HR must put EX in the driver's seat.
Tom Starner, a freelance writer based in Philadelphia, has been covering the human resource space and all its component processes for over two decades. View Article
Tom Starner
Wed Oct 9th, 2019 | 2 min read

Here’s what Gen Z is looking for at work

Economic security is a top concern, a new report finds.
Jen Colletta is managing editor at HRE. She earned bachelor's and master's degrees in writing from La Salle University in Philadelphia and spent 10 years as a newspaper reporter and editor before joining HRE. View Article
Jen Colletta
Fri Oct 4th, 2019 | 2 min read

What’s the ‘secret sauce’ for improved retention and productivity?

New research underscores the importance of employees feeling valued at work.

Web Editor Michael J. O’Brien has been with HRE for more than a decade. He holds a degree in economics from Boston College. View Article
Michael J. O'Brien
Mon Sep 30th, 2019 | 2 min read

Could the economy be boosting employee loyalty?

Troubling economic news may be encouraging workers to stick with their current employer.

Andrew R. McIlvaine
Fri Sep 27th, 2019 | 3 min read

Why more women in the workforce is a win-win for employers

As women’s labor-force participation continues to climb, what can companies do to harness the business potential of that trend?
Maura C. Ciccarelli is a freelance writer and marketing communications consultant based in the Philadelphia, Pa., area. She writes for Human Resource Executive® magazine about HR trends on best practices, talent development, healthcare and benefits, technology, legal issues and more. View Article
Maura C. Ciccarelli
Thu Sep 26th, 2019 | 5 min read

The departure of WeWork’s CEO won’t end its problems

The co-working company faces a number of lawsuits from former employees.
Andrew R. McIlvaine
Wed Sep 25th, 2019 | 3 min read

It’s time to rethink the employee experience

Employers need to shed aging, antiquated approaches to this critical workplace process, according to a new survey.
Tom Starner is a freelance writer based in Philadelphia, who has been covering the human resource space and all its component processes for over two decades. View Article
Tom Starner
Wed Sep 25th, 2019 | 2 min read

Is it time to start including comp ranges in job postings?

Compensation ranges can positively impact diversity and inclusion efforts, but may also lead to disappointment for others.
Web Editor Michael J. O’Brien has been with HRE for more than a decade and holds a degree in economics from Boston College. He can be reached at hreletters@lrp.com. View Article
Michael J. O'Brien
Tue Sep 24th, 2019 | 2 min read

Peter Cappelli: What should we learn from the gig hype?

A new report bolsters the idea that the "gig economy" isn't nearly as strong as some have claimed.
Peter Cappelli is HRE’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. He hosts "In the Workplace" on SiriusXM Channel 111 with Dan O'Meara. View Article
Peter Cappelli
Mon Sep 23rd, 2019 | 4 min read

HR Honor Roll: Ruth Stricklen Pullins of Truman Medical Centers

Truman Medical Centers' CHRO has focused on putting people first in all her HR innovations.
Carol Patton is a contributing editor for HRE who also writes HR articles and columns for business and education magazines. View Article
Carol Patton
Sun Sep 22nd, 2019 | 4 min read

HR Honor Roll: Zoë Harte of Upwork

Many organizations use freelancers. At Upwork, where the business is freelancers, Zoë Harte is making sure everyone is on the same page.
Web Editor Michael J. O’Brien has been with HRE for more than a decade. He holds a degree in economics from Boston College. View Article
Michael J. O'Brien
Sun Sep 22nd, 2019 | 5 min read

HR Honor Roll: Angela Lalor of Danaher

Angela Lalor aims to build on Danaher's strengths while expanding HR’s strategic business focus.
Maura C. Ciccarelli is a freelance writer and marketing communications consultant based in the Philadelphia, Pa., area. She writes for Human Resource Executive® magazine about HR trends on best practices, talent development, healthcare and benefits, technology, legal issues and more. View Article
Maura C. Ciccarelli
Sun Sep 22nd, 2019 | 4 min read

Report: Employers shouldn’t shy away from charged topics

A new report from The Conference Board finds that HR needs to be plugged-in to what employees are passionate about.

Andrew R. McIlvaine
Fri Sep 20th, 2019 | 4 min read

How to create HR’s M&A playbook

These are the six keys to deal value.
Emily Cox and Bart Hermans
Thu Sep 19th, 2019 | 5 min read

How tech can make or break employee experience

Get the "blueprint" for improving employee experience at this HR Tech session.
Tom Starner, a freelance writer based in Philadelphia, has been covering the human resource space and all its component processes for over two decades. View Article
Tom Starner
Wed Sep 18th, 2019 | 2 min read

Are millennials really favored in the workplace?

A new study finds that 45% of employees believe the workplace is skewed toward millennials.
Andrew R. McIlvaine
Mon Sep 16th, 2019 | 3 min read

Why HR leaders need to cultivate connections

And 3 ways to make it happen
Jessica Thiefels
Fri Sep 13th, 2019 | 5 min read