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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

HR Brew

And while some companies, including Walmart, Nissan , and Brown-Forman, have pulled out of the organizations LGBTQ+ corporate benchmarking index, a new report finds that more are participating, and are becoming increasingly inclusive of LGBTQ+ workers. Inclusion has grown. Big picture.

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A Case for Increasing Your Investment in Human Resources

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Modern HR departments aren’t just for resolving disputes between employees or creating policies to help everyone work more effectively. No longer a business function solely for managing hiring, resolving disputes, and enforcing policy compliance, HR is a strategic partner and a key driver of business growth.

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11 Important Employee Relations Metrics To Track

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68% of companies use it to identify training needs, 54% to create better employee relations policies, and 41% to identify potential inclusion and equity issues. It includes a company’s policies and the HR staff who focus on these relationships. Typically, HR professionals or employee relations professionals manage this function.

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Are you sleeping on paid leave?

HR Brew

A new survey from leave management software company Cocoon shows just how impactful paid leave policies are for both US job applicants and employees. Simply complying with state or local regulations on leave requirements doesnt always mean a companys leave policy meets the leave needs of employees. Quick-to-read HR news & insights.

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What Is the Top HR Priority in 2021? Attracting and Retaining Talent

Flexible workforce policies and practices will remain essential, including a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, because resiliency will continue to rely on agility in adapting to change. According to Gallagher’s research, 62% of organizations expect increased revenue growth in 2021, and more than half expect increased headcount.

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America First Legal may not have won a DE&I “victory” against American Airlines

HR Brew

While the non-profit claimed that American Airlines will end illegal hiring discrimination, the DOL did not indicate that the airline will change any policies or that it engaged in any illegal hiring practices. The DOL did not say that American Airlines had been found to have any current DE&I policies that needed to change.

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Driving 2025 transformation: Why HR leaders choose Bob

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Additional features, like multi-site functionality with localized org charts, and benchmarks, empower HR leaders to create a dynamic, responsive work environment that supports flexibility and productivity. Bobs ability to support globally distributed teams ensures seamless collaboration and consistency across regions.