Employee resource groups (ERGs) are a fundamental part of effective diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies set by Human Resources leaders. However, to get the most out of them, organizations must be mindful of certain guidelines and parameters. After all, ERGs run the risk of becoming mere mailing lists or clubs for people with similar hobbies
Month: November 2022
Both employers and employees are wrestling with the right way to return to the office. Many workers are questioning whether returning to the physical worksite is worth the trouble and what would make it more appealing—including changing employers or even industries. Here are a few ways employers can capitalize on this mobility. Meeting Changing Employee
A recent decision by New Zealand’s Employment Court regarding an airline and its cabin crew creates broader implications for all employers with part-time workers in New Zealand. In E Tū Incorporated v. Mount Cook Airline Limited, the Employment Court held that part-time employees paid on a fortnightly basis (for every 14 days of work) must be
Women have experienced a bevy of barriers to advancement in the workplace—ranging from discrimination to sexual harassment. These obstacles often prevent women from reaching their full potential in their careers. However, reports show that many women in leadership positions exhibit characteristics that workers appreciate. For example, research by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Did you know that approximately 6.3 million people in the U.K. have dyslexia? With around 10 percent of the population affected, it is important for employers to understand what obligations they have, if any, toward dyslexic workers. This article explains what dyslexia is, when it constitutes a disability under the U.K.’s Equality Act 2010 and
The technology industry has been rocked by massive layoffs in recent weeks. More than 45,000 U.S. tech employees have been let go from their jobs in November, according to data from Layoffs.fyi. Twitter, Meta and Amazon accounted for nearly 25,000 of those jobs lost, and reports show that layoffs at Google could surpass 10,000 employees
It’s time to adopt better and more-efficient ways to work. It may seem counterintuitive, but abbreviated workweeks are good for employees, customers and the bottom line. The traditional schedule of working 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., five days a week, isn’t necessarily the best model. It’s time to adopt broader workplace innovations—including shorter workweeks. The pandemic
In the United States, people celebrate Thanksgiving every November. It’s an opportunity to take stock of the ways Human Resources leaders and employers can show their gratitude to workers. Recently, HR Exchange Network posted a question on Terkel.io asking people to share the ways they have expressed their thanks to employees. Here is a roundup
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost three years since the last time many of your employees were in the workplace during the holiday season. Feeling good about it, you walk into your lobby to see the elegant Christmas pine that you helped decorate just the day before. Oh, it is the most wonderful time of
Declaring a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a vital first step for any company pursuing those goals, but global employers may find it challenging to create a program that works effectively in their disparate locations. Different norms, regulations and demographics in various regions can make a company’s effort to advance DE&I goals
Many employers have a long-standing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) policy and DE&I training, but some find they don’t achieve the intended goals. Experts discussed DE&I effectiveness at the American Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Conference on Nov. 10. They recommended determining what your goal is for having a DE&I policy and training. Is
Same-sex couples can continue enjoying company benefits just as opposite-sex couples do now that the Respect for Marriage Act is on track to be enacted. The legislation, intended to address fears that the U.S. Supreme Court might reverse its decision recognizing same-sex marriage, secured enough bipartisan support in a Senate vote on Nov. 16 to
On Oct. 13, the European Union (EU) Court of Justice considered whether an internal company rule in Belgium banning the display of religious, philosophical and spiritual symbols could constitute direct discrimination. The court held that it does not. As such, the court did not deviate from previous case law in the context of bans on
Each year, millions of people in the U.S. experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also called seasonal depression or the “winter blues.” The disorder is characterized by short periods of sadness or people not feeling like their usual selves, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. People may start to feel “down” when the days
On Oct. 10, a committee comprised of Mexico’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Social Welfare, Ministry of the Economy and the Mexican Institute of Social Security (“IMSS” for its acronym in Spanish) announced Guidelines to safely continue economic activities despite COVID-19. The Guidelines apply at a national level and establish the following general recommended measures to reduce
When people think of learning and development, they often jump to the conclusion that their programs must simply be about helping the individual grow professionally. In the context of work, however, L&D is far more than one person’s development. WATCH: Corporate Learning EMEA To create a sustainable learning program – one that leadership will support
Students entering the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania in 2023 can choose to pursue a diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) concentration as an undergraduate or major in it as part of their MBA, the school recently announced. Nancy Rothbard, professor of management and deputy dean of the Wharton School, said that
Virtual water cooler talk, especially among Human Resources leaders, is focused on the Metaverse nowadays. People are wondering what it is, how it will impact HR and other aspects of business and life, and whether they should believe the hype. Since last week’s layoffs at Meta, the parent company of Facebook that went all in
A plaintiff who prevailed before the U.S. Supreme Court in a 2020 LGBTQ rights decision has settled his claim for $825,000. The Supreme Court ruled in its decision that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. We’ve gathered articles on the news from SHRM
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, cut 13% of its workforce, which amounts to layoffs of 11,000 employees. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg informed workers on Wednesday in a letter. Unfortunately, Meta joins Twitter, Peloton, and a number of others in laying off employees at a time of historically high inflation in the United States. The