How Company Job Titles Can Improve Recruitment and Retention What’s in a name? When you’re choosing company job titles, the answer is a lot. An effective job title: Attracts the right candidates Clarifies the job responsibilities Matches the seniority level Aligns with the expectations Fits the organizational chart It’s important to be strategic about the title you select for each position because it can […]
A Guide to Gender Pronouns in the Workplace Many companies seek to emphasize diversity and inclusion in today’s workplace, and gender pronouns are an important part of the puzzle. In fact, recent Pew Research revealed that about one in five U.S. adults know someone who goes by a gender-neutral pronoun. According to the Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion, gender pronouns are “words […]
How To Support Your Asian Employees There’s no doubt that workplaces are becoming more inclusive, and employers are doubling down on their commitment to DE&I Initiatives to be welcoming to all candidates. With recent hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) dominating headlines and traumatizing communities, you might be wondering, how can I support my Asian employees—or show AAPI […]
Neurodiversity in the Workplace When you’re working hard to recruit candidates for open positions, you want no stone to go unturned as you search for the right fit. But your traditional hiring practices might unknowingly be excluding incredibly talented candidates. Neurodiverse employees add significant value in organizations, yet this largely untapped talent pool is being screened out by recruitment […]
How to Make an Employee Gender Transition Plan Diverse workplaces financially outperform the competition and are more likely to attract top talent. A crucial part of creating your company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy is to make sure LGBTQ+ employees and job candidates feel supported. As you’re establishing inclusive transgender HR policies, it’s helpful to create an employee gender transition plan. Here’s […]
Preparing Your Business for the Workforce of the Future The workplace has seen seismic changes over the past several years, and the pace of change isn’t likely to slow down any time soon. Employers need to be prepared for even more change ahead. Meeting those changes, or better yet, staying ahead of them, will require adaptable hiring strategists who can envision the workforce of […]
How to Hire Autistic Employees Job candidates on the autism spectrum can be an incredible addition to your team, increasing neurodiversity at your company and filling critical skill gaps. Yet this hidden talent pool is often overlooked or screened out by recruiters. Hiring practices aren’t always designed for people with autism or other invisible learning disabilities. Many of the personality […]
Hiring Transgender Employees: 7 Tips According to Monster’s Future of Work Report, two-thirds of employers have DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) strategies in place, and the top priority is gender-related issues. One of the biggest areas of focus? How to create inclusive recruiting and HR practices when interviewing and hiring transgender workers. As an increasing number of transgender candidates come […]
Understanding caregiver discrimination laws A San Diego account executive says she was fired from her insurance job because her children made noise during her business calls while working remotely. A fired worker is suing Wayfair for age and caregiver discrimination. COVID-19 has created complex workplace conditions, and many companies are struggling with lost productivity. But can employees be fired […]
Can employers mandate COVID-19 vaccinations? Bringing people safely back to the workplace means navigating a whirlwind of hurdles, legal challenges and the pressing question: Can employers mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person work? We’ll take a look at the legal implications. According to new data from SHRM, 60% of organizations say they will not require the vaccine for employees while 35% […]
