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What’s Keeping HR Up at Night in 2020?

HRExecutive

million in January 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Is this an early sign that the talent shortage is dwindling? According to Glassdoor’s Jobs & Hiring Trends for 2020 report, baby boomers—those 65 or older—will become the fastest-growing workforce, a trend the report calls the “gray wave.” fell from 7.6

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How the diversity backlash is affecting DEI efforts in the workplace

HRExecutive

Recently, we at i4cp hosted over 40 HR executives at the White House for a meeting with the administration on the state of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in corporations today. In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, many organizations issued statements lamenting his killing and pledged support. companies.

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Efficient Background Checks a Must as Hospitality Preps for Peak Travel Months

Sterling Check

Competition for Talent Is Fierce. Many people who were furloughed or laid off from leisure and hospitality jobs in 2020 migrated into roles in more stable industries. He suggests leaning into diversity, equity, and inclusion to attract and retain more workers. Hiring Needs to Happen Fast.

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4 Ways to Reduce Hiring Bias and Create a More Diverse Workforce

Cisive

Recruiters and talent acquisition leaders are focused on diversity and inclusion more today than ever before. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) introduced new disclosure requirements that went into effect on November 9, 2020. Use data to improve diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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4 Ways to Reduce Hiring Bias and Create a More Diverse Workforce

Precheck

4 Ways to Reduce Hiring Bias and Create a More Diverse Workforce Apr. 25, 2023 Bryan Barajas Senior Director of Marketing Recruiters and talent acquisition leaders are focused on diversity and inclusion more today than ever before. Additionally, having a diverse workforce makes your company more attractive to job seekers.

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Workplace diversity: Is HR doing enough?

HRExecutive

While 2020 shed light on many of the challenges facing HR leaders, nothing was more clear in the last day of the Spring HR Technology Conference & Exposition than the fact that one of HR’s biggest obstacles will be tackling inequity. It’s time for corporate America to lead on the issue of diversity and inclusion.”

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: What is DEI?

Embroker

The initiative started with the 1964 Civil Rights Act that prohibited employment discrimination based on protected characteristics such as race, color, or national origin. Employees had their anti-discrimination training, signed their company policies, and recruiters worked to diversify candidate pools. How do you handle risk?