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Tag: Human Resources
Calmness and the common good, anyone? Mindfulness can help deal with challenges in working life
At work, mindfulness, ’present-moment awareness’, benefits not only the individual but the whole work community, comes up in Laura Urrila’s doctoral dissertation in human resource management.
Argonne’s educational programs foster students’ STEM growth
Argonne’s educational programs and outreach offers a number of different avenues and opportunities for students to expand their STEM identities and begin to pursue STEM careers.
Study Outlines Steps To Reduce ‘Cybervetting’ Bias in Hiring
A new paper on cybervetting finds organizations need to implement clearly defined rules regarding how they use online information about job candidates. Failing to regulate ‘cybervetting’ can introduce bias into an organization’s hiring processes and hurt the organization’s bottom line.
APA poll shows employees plan to seek workplaces with mental health supports
Eight in 10 U.S. workers say that how employers support their employees’ mental health will be an important consideration when they seek future job opportunities, while 71% believe their employer is more concerned about the mental health of employees now than in the past, according to a survey from the American Psychological Association.
Keck Medicine of USC names Ekta Vyas, PhD, chief human resources officer
Keck Medicine of USC names Ekta Vyas, PhD, chief human resources officer
Argonne introduces Safe Zone training during Pride Month to advance allyship, inclusion for LGBTQIA+ employees
The first Safe Zone Project workshop at Argonne focuses on allyship with more vital topics to help increase communication, safety and bias-free inclusion in the workplace for LGBTQIA+ employees.
Veterans recruitment, employment program honors UT-Battelle
The managing contractor of the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, UT-Battelle, has received a gold medallion award from the Department of Labor’s Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans, or HIRE Vets, program.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Named a 2021 Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has been awarded a 2021 Top Workplace honor by The Chicago Tribune. Based on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC., the award marks the second consecutive year the AAOS was recognized by the Chicago Tribune.
Amazon starting pay increase good for workers, comes with ‘big challenges’
Amazon recently announced an increase in the average starting wage for their workers to $18 per hour. The following Cornell University experts weigh in on what this change will mean for workers, managers and the broader industry. Diane Burton, human…
Rush Named Top Hospital to Work for in Chicago
Rush University Medical Center ranks No. 11 on LinkedIn’s newly released 2021 Top Companies list in Chicago, which uses the iconic professional development and networking platform’s data to rank the top 25 local employers by how well they help employees develop and advance their careers.
Leader Effectiveness May Depend on Emotional Expression
Women leaders must often battle sexist stereotypes that label them “too emotional” for effective leadership.
Study Highlights How Resilience is Dynamic, Not a Static Character Trait
A new study finds that resilience is a dynamic process, rather than a fixed trait – and suggests this may have significant ramifications for the business world.
ASU health economist studies effects of mental illness disclosure in the workplace
A person with a serious mental illness must confront the difficult decision of whether to reveal their disorder in their workplace. Disclosing their diagnosis might create stigma, but it could also mean additional support. Adding to the delicate balancing act…
From local to global, Argonne initiatives drive gender equality, diversity, respect
Argonne’s workforce has supported gender equality and diversity with various initiatives for 30 years.
Study Highlights Pitfalls Associated With ‘Cybervetting’ Job Candidates
A recent study of how human resources professionals review online information and social media profiles of job candidates highlights the ways in which so-called “cybervetting” can introduce bias and moral judgment into the hiring process.
Star employees get most of the credit – and blame
Working with a “star” employee – someone who demonstrates exceptional performance and enjoys broad visibility relative to industry peers – offers both risks and rewards, according to new research from the Cornell University’s ILR School.
The Feeling Economy: How AI is Creating the Era of Empathy
As machines are trained to “think,” many tasks that previously required human intelligence are becoming automated through artificial intelligence. However, human workers have a competitive advantage: It is more difficult to automate emotional intelligence.
Male-dominated background affects CEOs’ decisions, new study finds
Male CEOs who experienced gender imbalance in their formative years are more likely to promote women into peripheral divisions of their companies and give them less capital, according to a recent study by W. P. Carey School of Business Professor Denis Sosyura.
Five Argonne researchers recognized as 2020 Distinguished Fellows
Argonne selects five new Distinguished Fellows, the laboratory’s highest scientific rank.
Tech Sector Job Interviews Assess Anxiety, Not Software Skills
The technical interviews used in hiring for many software engineering positions test whether a job candidate has performance anxiety rather than whether the candidate is competent at coding. The interviews may also be used to exclude groups or favor specific job candidates.
Supreme Court just the beginning for LGBTQ workplace equality
On Monday, the Supreme Court issued a decision in the case Bostock v. Clayton County, finding it illegal for employers to discriminate against LGBTQ workers. Katrina Nobles is the Director of Conflict Programs at Cornell University’s School of Industrial and…
Flexible work: likely or lip service beyond pandemic?
Flexible work has always been a drawcard for employees, but while managers have typically been reluctant to embrace flexible work arrangements, University of South Australia researchers warn that the topic is likely to become front and centre as employees return to the office after months of lockdown from COVID-19.
Report tackles quality of management in federal agencies
A new report from researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs presents a plan for designing and implementing a government-wide initiative to measure the management quality of federal agencies.
HRM practices a predictor for business resilience after layoffs
As retrenchments continue to cloud the foreseeable future of businesses worldwide, new research from the University of South Australia, the University of Melbourne and RMIT indicates that some businesses will fare better than others – and it’s all dependent on their type of human resource management system.
Coronavirus and the Workplace: Rutgers Experts Available for Interview
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (March 6, 2020) – The coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak is raising questions about internal communications, telecommuting, sick leave, and other policies. Workplace experts in the Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations are available for interview on an ongoing basis…
Nearly half of accused harassers can return to work
New research from Michigan State University revealed that almost half of accused harassers can go back to work when disputes are settled by arbitrators – or, third-parties who resolve disputes.
Study reveals falsification issues in higher education hiring processes
When concerns are expressed about distrust in science, they often focus on whether the public trusts research findings. A new study, however, explores a different dimension of trust. The study examined how researchers misrepresent their research accomplishments when applying for faculty jobs.