There are a few areas where technology companies commonly struggle to improve when it comes to their people: Recruitment, Workforce Diversity, Retention, and Strategic Workforce Planning. Develop The Right Mix of Workforce Diversity. MORE

I have consistently been vocal about the need for diversity and inclusion in our workforce. Whether hiring (and fairly paying) more females or underrepresented minorities, Apple has stepped up to the plate and shown some tremendous progress in its “ Diversity and Inclusion ” webpage with brand new data. Apple states that it has increased the percentage of female new hires from 31% in 2014 to 37% so far in 2016. The equal pay conversation isn’t just a campaign. MORE

There are a few areas where technology companies commonly struggle to improve when it comes to their people: Recruitment, Workforce Diversity, Retention, and Strategic Workforce Planning. Develop The Right Mix of Workforce Diversity. MORE

Research by Bersin indicated that in 2011, the average cost per hire was already $3,500 —and just three years later in 2014, that figure had grown by 28% to $4,500. Track whether you’ll hit your hiring and diversity targets. MORE

I have consistently been vocal about the need for diversity and inclusion in our workforce. Whether hiring (and fairly paying) more females or underrepresented minorities, Apple has stepped up to the plate and shown some tremendous progress in its “ Diversity and Inclusion ” webpage with brand new data. Apple states that it has increased the percentage of female new hires from 31% in 2014 to 37% so far in 2016. The equal pay conversation isn’t just a campaign. MORE

When Google released its workplace diversity report in 2014, this was an eye-opening moment for many (and I am sure a “doh” one for the women in this industry). Employers have noticed and started to act. They’ve published their diversity numbers. MORE

Diversity used to be a box that companies checked. According to the Global Recruiting Trends 2018 report , companies are prioritizing diversity to build stronger cultures and bigger bottom lines. Include photos (and voices) of diverse employees in web and print materials. MORE

An effective careers page showcases your employer brand and entices candidates to apply to your open roles. How can you increase diverse applicants through your careers page? Careers pages are effective sourcing and branding tools. MORE

Considering they’re a company providing best practice insights, it makes sense that CEB would prioritize diversity. After all, there are countless studies out there that show diverse companies outperform non-diverse companies, along with creating larger societal benefits. MORE

Research by Bersin indicated that in 2011, the average cost per hire was already $3,500 —and just three years later in 2014, that figure had grown by 28% to $4,500. Track whether you’ll hit your hiring and diversity targets. MORE