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Diversity can have many definitions. Generally speaking, diversity refers to the qualities, experiences, and work behaviors that make individuals unique. It can also touch upon federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws, but…that’s for another post. MORE
In 2017, Lolita Korneagay, RN founded Cansoom and developed the most comprehensive, in-person Medical Cannabis Consultant training program for licensed medical professionals. I attended a cannabis conference in Illinois to be a speaker on a cannabis health panel. MORE
During her Thursday keynote at SuccessConnect , the SAP SuccessFactors conference for HR professionals, Frei identified a “trust triangle” based on three character traits leaders need to gain trust: authenticity, logic, and empathy. It’s with diversity that authenticity is challenging.”. MORE
Madeline: I love that you talk about equal opportunity and then the responsibility really looking at the leaders to lead this charge Torin what about you do you see a difference in companies understanding the difference between diversity and inclusion. MORE
Fleming is a 2015 TechPoint Tech 25 winner, a Tobias Fellows Alumni, a 2016 Leading Light Award Nominee, a 2017 Ouachita Baptist University Milestone Award Recipient and a past board member of the Women & Hi Tech and Clear Software. I was in a fishbowl (all glass) conference room in a meeting at our venture studio, High Alpha’s office. An identical conference room was next door and both had frame-less glass doors. Please share a story or example for each.). MORE
Last Friday, I spoke at an HR conference about the EEOC’s latest enforcement trends. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission focused on addressing discrimination based on employees’ perceptions of others. Oh, do I have some Monday Motivation for you! MORE
This raises some interesting questions: Does focusing on averages – in engagement and retention scores, for example – misrepresent certain employee groups? This illustrates a growing trend in HR and business to focus on more than diversity for the sake of compliance. MORE
This year’s HR Technology Conference and Expo is hosting a new event, “ Women in HR Technology.” It will take place on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 prior to the conference. The cost to attend is included your conference registration. MORE
2017 is officially up and running, and analysts and business management globally are determining priorities for the coming 12 months and beyond. Widening skill gaps, the corporate glass ceiling and questions of diversity, equality and corporate responsibility continue to echo. MORE
And, unfortunately, Human Capital has been their #1 concern for four years in a row (Source: The Conference Board). Let’s start with an illustrative example: You report your standard turnover metric – that your salesforce turnover rate is 20%. MORE
Diversity boosts the bottom line. A McKinsey & Company report found that companies in the top 25 percent for racial and ethnic diversity are 35 percent more likely to have financial returns above their industry’s median. Diversity boosts innovation, too. MORE
The conference will take over the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, March 18-21, for WorkHuman’s fifth anniversary. Empowering Through Diversity & Equality. David Lapin, The Missing Piece in the Diversity and Inclusion Puzzle – A South African scholar and rabbi, David worked alongside the late Nelson Mandela and Mandela’s government to draft one of the world’s first formal code of corporate ethics to help build an inclusive, democratic society in South Africa. MORE
Standing before a packed ballroom of attendees at the HR Tech Conference last month, opening keynoter Mike Rowe (of Dirty Jobs and Somebody’s Gotta Do It fame) decried the trend of companies requiring college degrees for so many jobs. “I MORE
There was a recent article in Bloomberg Businessweek titled, “ Deloitte Thinks Diversity Groups are Passé ”. These companywide social-networking groups promote inclusivity, equality, respect, and care for all individuals, and align with Ultimate’s ‘People First’ core philosophy. MORE
But, the way the gender pay gap is framed by activists hurts the equal pay cause. These include flashy announcements on Equal Pay Day , and disingenuous reports of pay equity. Fair pay, raises and bonuses communicate that you value all employees equally. Hire diverse leaders. MORE
The conference will take over the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, March 18-21, for WorkHuman’s fifth anniversary. Empowering Through Diversity & Equality. David Lapin, The Missing Piece in the Diversity and Inclusion Puzzle – A South African scholar and rabbi, David worked alongside the late Nelson Mandela and Mandela’s government to draft one of the world’s first formal code of corporate ethics to help build an inclusive, democratic society in South Africa. MORE
Gender equality is an area that continues to be a significant blind spot and unconscious bias in the workplace; negatively influencing women in many ways, including the number of females that go on international assignments. HR Management diversity gender gap leadership women MORE
At one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia, the company’s “All Roles Flex” policy is an example of flexibility. For example, when JetBlue implemented a peer-to-peer recognition system focused on company values, employee satisfaction surged by 88 percent. Part 3 of 5. MORE
McGraw-Hill Education Connect is a robust toolkit of learning resources designed with the flexibility instructors need, to unlock the potential of a diverse student population. Learning Management System (LMS) Software Definition. MORE
At one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia, the company’s “All Roles Flex” policy is an example of flexibility. For example, when JetBlue implemented a peer-to-peer recognition system focused on company values, employee satisfaction surged by 88 percent. Part 3 of 5. MORE
Segal told attendees at the Society for Human Resource Management’s recent employment law and legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s charge receipts. An employee refuses to participate in diversity training that includes LGBTQ information. MORE
Standing before a packed ballroom of attendees at the HR Tech Conference last month, opening keynoter Mike Rowe (of Dirty Jobs and Somebody’s Gotta Do It fame) decried the trend of companies requiring college degrees for so many jobs. “I MORE
This week I’m speaking at Ryerson University’s Inclusivity in STEM Conference. As a young, female broadcaster, the biggest barrier that I faced was equal pay for equal work. Diversity and inclusion are imperatives to a business, both economically and culturally. MORE
The phrase “wearing multiple hats” isn’t a new idea in 2017. The answer is likely “no” — you were probably tucked away in a conference room with other new hires, left with the task of filling out mountains of paperwork, and verifying your information. MORE
Being a “social enterprise” means going beyond a focus on revenue and profit and clearly understanding that we operate in an ecosystem, and all these relationships are equally important. The latest survey from The Conference Board found that “attracting and developing talent” is now the No. MORE
As we wait to see what a new administration could mean for the country, employers and jobs, it might be tempting to pause or pull back from activities that promote diversity and inclusion. Year after year, study after study has shown diversity improves innovation, brand awareness and client retention, and results in higher revenue and gross profits. For three decades, many companies have been paying lip service to diversity. Making Diversity Work. MORE
But, the way the gender pay gap is framed by activists hurts the equal pay cause. These include flashy announcements on Equal Pay Day , and disingenuous reports of pay equity. Fair pay, raises and bonuses communicate that you value all employees equally. Hire diverse leaders. MORE
And with its ability to predict employee behavior, more likely will join, the firm concluded in its 2017 Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has warned employers that they must be responsible consumers. MORE
At this year’s Great Place to Work Conference , several CEOs said that the speed of change was keeping them up at night. At Dropbox, managers are held accountable for attrition, hiring, diversity, engagement, etc. So, results are important, but methods are equally important. MORE
Examples include tuition reimbursement for graduate degree programs , continuing education courses, and covering the costs of attending conferences and workshops. One of the best examples of a large company investing in professional development is the drug store chain Walgreens. MORE
I recently encountered an example of this during a recent Uber ride with a 50-something driver who had been a long-tenured foreman overseeing manufacturing projects at an aerospace company. Employers can align resources to help ensure equal access to support across the workforce. MORE
Nobody’s ever said that diversity and inclusion work is easy. And the earlier the better – the longer you wait to build a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, the harder it will be in the future. Here are some examples you’re welcome to adapt. Diversity MORE
come from the 2017 Census Bureau report , which says that women earn about 80 cents to every dollar that a man makes. Earlier this year, Reflektive’s Vice President of Employee Success, Rachel Ernst, spoke in Chicago at From Day One — the conference for companies to forge stronger relationships with their employees, customers and community. This may seem like an innocent, honest statement, but it is actually an example of gender bias. Workplace Diversity MORE
At this year’s Great Place to Work Conference , I heard from several CEOs that the speed of change was keeping them up at night. At Dropbox, managers are held accountable for attrition, hiring, diversity, engagement, etc. So, results are important, but methods are equally important. MORE
At the 2017 HR Technology Expo and Conference , Aberdeen witnessed something startling: Human Capital Management (HCM) technology vendors were downplaying AI as they described how they were catapulting their solution agenda further ahead into the 21st century. The False Idol of AI. MORE
Despite the considerable attention on women’s rights and gender equity, and the strong support of movements such as the Women’s March, the World Economic Forum’s 2017 Global Gender Gap Report has found that global gender parity is still over 200 years away. MORE
2017 Conference Diversity and Equality Examples HR Bartender
JULY 27, 2017
Diversity can have many definitions. Generally speaking, diversity refers to the qualities, experiences, and work behaviors that make individuals unique. It can also touch upon federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws, but…that’s for another post.
Ceridian
OCTOBER 17, 2017
This week I’m speaking at Ryerson University’s Inclusivity in STEM Conference. As a young, female broadcaster, the biggest barrier that I faced was equal pay for equal work. Diversity and inclusion are imperatives to a business, both economically and culturally.
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HR Bartender
SEPTEMBER 11, 2016
This year’s HR Technology Conference and Expo is hosting a new event, “ Women in HR Technology.” It will take place on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 prior to the conference. The cost to attend is included your conference registration.
HR Bartender
OCTOBER 8, 2017
There was a recent article in Bloomberg Businessweek titled, “ Deloitte Thinks Diversity Groups are Passé ”. These companywide social-networking groups promote inclusivity, equality, respect, and care for all individuals, and align with Ultimate’s ‘People First’ core philosophy.
HR Bartender
JULY 11, 2017
At this year’s Great Place to Work Conference , I heard from several CEOs that the speed of change was keeping them up at night. At Dropbox, managers are held accountable for attrition, hiring, diversity, engagement, etc. So, results are important, but methods are equally important.
Interact-Intranet
JANUARY 25, 2017
2017 is officially up and running, and analysts and business management globally are determining priorities for the coming 12 months and beyond. Widening skill gaps, the corporate glass ceiling and questions of diversity, equality and corporate responsibility continue to echo.
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Workable
APRIL 26, 2017
But, the way the gender pay gap is framed by activists hurts the equal pay cause. These include flashy announcements on Equal Pay Day , and disingenuous reports of pay equity. Fair pay, raises and bonuses communicate that you value all employees equally. Hire diverse leaders.
SuccessFactors
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
During her Thursday keynote at SuccessConnect , the SAP SuccessFactors conference for HR professionals, Frei identified a “trust triangle” based on three character traits leaders need to gain trust: authenticity, logic, and empathy. It’s with diversity that authenticity is challenging.”.
Visier
JUNE 27, 2017
And, unfortunately, Human Capital has been their #1 concern for four years in a row (Source: The Conference Board). Let’s start with an illustrative example: You report your standard turnover metric – that your salesforce turnover rate is 20%.
Linkedin Talent Blog
MARCH 14, 2017
Nobody’s ever said that diversity and inclusion work is easy. And the earlier the better – the longer you wait to build a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, the harder it will be in the future. Here are some examples you’re welcome to adapt. Diversity
WorkHuman
MAY 15, 2017
This raises some interesting questions: Does focusing on averages – in engagement and retention scores, for example – misrepresent certain employee groups? This illustrates a growing trend in HR and business to focus on more than diversity for the sake of compliance.
|
Workable
APRIL 26, 2017
But, the way the gender pay gap is framed by activists hurts the equal pay cause. These include flashy announcements on Equal Pay Day , and disingenuous reports of pay equity. Fair pay, raises and bonuses communicate that you value all employees equally. Hire diverse leaders.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 1, 2017
Gender equality is an area that continues to be a significant blind spot and unconscious bias in the workplace; negatively influencing women in many ways, including the number of females that go on international assignments. HR Management diversity gender gap leadership women
Eightfold
MARCH 4, 2019
Diversity boosts the bottom line. A McKinsey & Company report found that companies in the top 25 percent for racial and ethnic diversity are 35 percent more likely to have financial returns above their industry’s median. Diversity boosts innovation, too.
HR Daily Advisor
OCTOBER 4, 2017
I recently encountered an example of this during a recent Uber ride with a 50-something driver who had been a long-tenured foreman overseeing manufacturing projects at an aerospace company. Employers can align resources to help ensure equal access to support across the workforce.
Great Place to Work
AUGUST 1, 2017
At this year’s Great Place to Work Conference , several CEOs said that the speed of change was keeping them up at night. At Dropbox, managers are held accountable for attrition, hiring, diversity, engagement, etc. So, results are important, but methods are equally important.
Aberdeen HCM Essentials
DECEMBER 11, 2017
At the 2017 HR Technology Expo and Conference , Aberdeen witnessed something startling: Human Capital Management (HCM) technology vendors were downplaying AI as they described how they were catapulting their solution agenda further ahead into the 21st century. The False Idol of AI.
HR Daily Advisor
MARCH 27, 2017
Segal told attendees at the Society for Human Resource Management’s recent employment law and legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s charge receipts. An employee refuses to participate in diversity training that includes LGBTQ information.
Reflektive
AUGUST 9, 2019
come from the 2017 Census Bureau report , which says that women earn about 80 cents to every dollar that a man makes. Earlier this year, Reflektive’s Vice President of Employee Success, Rachel Ernst, spoke in Chicago at From Day One — the conference for companies to forge stronger relationships with their employees, customers and community. This may seem like an innocent, honest statement, but it is actually an example of gender bias. Workplace Diversity
Great Place to Work
DECEMBER 4, 2016
As we wait to see what a new administration could mean for the country, employers and jobs, it might be tempting to pause or pull back from activities that promote diversity and inclusion. Year after year, study after study has shown diversity improves innovation, brand awareness and client retention, and results in higher revenue and gross profits. For three decades, many companies have been paying lip service to diversity. Making Diversity Work.
WhoKnows
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
McGraw-Hill Education Connect is a robust toolkit of learning resources designed with the flexibility instructors need, to unlock the potential of a diverse student population. Learning Management System (LMS) Software Definition.
Bersin with Deloitte
APRIL 23, 2018
At one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia, the company’s “All Roles Flex” policy is an example of flexibility. For example, when JetBlue implemented a peer-to-peer recognition system focused on company values, employee satisfaction surged by 88 percent. Part 3 of 5.
Zenefits
MARCH 9, 2017
The phrase “wearing multiple hats” isn’t a new idea in 2017. The answer is likely “no” — you were probably tucked away in a conference room with other new hires, left with the task of filling out mountains of paperwork, and verifying your information.
HR Times
APRIL 23, 2018
At one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia, the company’s “All Roles Flex” policy is an example of flexibility. For example, when JetBlue implemented a peer-to-peer recognition system focused on company values, employee satisfaction surged by 88 percent. Part 3 of 5.
HR Daily Advisor
APRIL 7, 2017
And with its ability to predict employee behavior, more likely will join, the firm concluded in its 2017 Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has warned employers that they must be responsible consumers.
Get Hppy
MARCH 5, 2018
Examples include tuition reimbursement for graduate degree programs , continuing education courses, and covering the costs of attending conferences and workshops. One of the best examples of a large company investing in professional development is the drug store chain Walgreens.
Visier
MARCH 8, 2018
Despite the considerable attention on women’s rights and gender equity, and the strong support of movements such as the Women’s March, the World Economic Forum’s 2017 Global Gender Gap Report has found that global gender parity is still over 200 years away.
WorkHuman
OCTOBER 4, 2018
The conference will take over the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, March 18-21, for WorkHuman’s fifth anniversary. Empowering Through Diversity & Equality. David Lapin, The Missing Piece in the Diversity and Inclusion Puzzle – A South African scholar and rabbi, David worked alongside the late Nelson Mandela and Mandela’s government to draft one of the world’s first formal code of corporate ethics to help build an inclusive, democratic society in South Africa.
WorkHuman
OCTOBER 4, 2018
The conference will take over the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, March 18-21, for WorkHuman’s fifth anniversary. Empowering Through Diversity & Equality. David Lapin, The Missing Piece in the Diversity and Inclusion Puzzle – A South African scholar and rabbi, David worked alongside the late Nelson Mandela and Mandela’s government to draft one of the world’s first formal code of corporate ethics to help build an inclusive, democratic society in South Africa.
AllyO
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Madeline: I love that you talk about equal opportunity and then the responsibility really looking at the leaders to lead this charge Torin what about you do you see a difference in companies understanding the difference between diversity and inclusion.
Thrive Global
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Fleming is a 2015 TechPoint Tech 25 winner, a Tobias Fellows Alumni, a 2016 Leading Light Award Nominee, a 2017 Ouachita Baptist University Milestone Award Recipient and a past board member of the Women & Hi Tech and Clear Software. I was in a fishbowl (all glass) conference room in a meeting at our venture studio, High Alpha’s office. An identical conference room was next door and both had frame-less glass doors. Please share a story or example for each.).
Bersin with Deloitte
APRIL 5, 2018
Being a “social enterprise” means going beyond a focus on revenue and profit and clearly understanding that we operate in an ecosystem, and all these relationships are equally important. The latest survey from The Conference Board found that “attracting and developing talent” is now the No.
HRExecutive
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Standing before a packed ballroom of attendees at the HR Tech Conference last month, opening keynoter Mike Rowe (of Dirty Jobs and Somebody’s Gotta Do It fame) decried the trend of companies requiring college degrees for so many jobs. “I
HRExecutive
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Standing before a packed ballroom of attendees at the HR Tech Conference last month, opening keynoter Mike Rowe (of Dirty Jobs and Somebody’s Gotta Do It fame) decried the trend of companies requiring college degrees for so many jobs. “I
Thrive Global
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
In 2017, Lolita Korneagay, RN founded Cansoom and developed the most comprehensive, in-person Medical Cannabis Consultant training program for licensed medical professionals. I attended a cannabis conference in Illinois to be a speaker on a cannabis health panel.
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