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Diversity no longer means having a few representative people who look different from the majority of your workforce. Diversity today is a key driver of organizational financial performance, and we need to consider diversity of markets, customers, ideas, and talent. MORE
The #MeToo movement, the global rise of immigration, and large-scale political changes such as Brexit and the election of Trump, shed light on – previously overlooked – minority groups and draw our attention toward equal rights, racism, feminism and socio-economic disparities. Now is the time for HR professionals to focus on diversity in the workplace and reinforcing inclusion not just in words, but in practice. But what exactly is diversity in the workplace? MORE
You can pick the definition that’s closest to your company needs. Mind the word ‘strategy’ in the talent management definition above. Foster a productive and equal workplace. Be sure to keep these as inclusive as possible to accommodate the diversity within your teams. 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
Hayal has extensive experience on topics including (among others) the evolution of the gig & on-demand economies, global talent strategy, workforce flexibility, and diversity. Think of courses about the art of giving feedback, how to become agile, aiming for diversity and many, many more. MORE
The diversity definition refers to the existence of variations of different characteristics in a group of people. To better understand and define diversity, we can think about it in a social context. While the first things that come to mind when we talk about diversity are race and gender, there’s more than that. For a deeper analysis, you can refer to the breakdown of the different types of diversity. What is diversity in the workplace? MORE
The history of diversity in the workplace is by definition the story of how the concept of inclusion finally worked its way into our national narrative. When you have equality in the workforce, it creates a domino effect of change across the socioeconomic system. MORE
Six out of 10 older workers have experienced or witnessed age discrimination at work, says a 2018 report by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). said they believe that age discrimination in tech starts when workers are between 36 and 40. Diversity MORE
Our recruitment process has worked out well so far. If you are having trouble understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workplace, you aren’t alone. What is diversity and inclusion? The current state of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. MORE
There are a ton of great HR/Recruitment blogs. Ongig, of course, has its own recruiting blog — you’re reading it right now! This includes general HR blogs, recruiting blogs, talent acquisition blogs, employer branding blogs and more. Top 3 HR/recruitment blog posts. MORE
There are have been studies showing how “ people assume that their own beliefs and introspections are, by definition, valid and therefore worthy of being acted on ,” which can lead to discrimination. One set of researchers studied companies that emphasized meritocracy and how executive-level and equally performing men and women were compensated. Recruiting start-up GapJumpers is using the same approach – although they’re using television show “The Voice” as a model. MORE
Which diversity titles work best for you and your team? My team and I looked at the best practices at leading companies as well as the most popular diversity titles requested on Google (via ahrefs and Google’s Keyword Tool). Diversity vs Inclusion vs. Equity. MORE
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why Is Diversity In The Workplace Important? MORE
Even though struggles like mine and those around equal opportunities at work are still common for women, the good news is that in the past few years I have seen companies push for meaningful change when it comes to gender diversity and equality. Diversity MORE
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why is Diversity in the workplace important? MORE
There’s no two ways about it — diversity is good. Not only is hiring for diversity the right thing to do from a societal perspective, but it has several economic benefits as well. A McKinsey study also revealed that diverse organizations earn 35% better results than those that are more homogeneous. While workplaces are definitely improving, a lot of ingrained ignorance remains to be undone. The more diverse your panel, the better. MORE
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) refers to fair, unbiased treatment in the workplace. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against existing or potential employees based on protected characteristics, including: Race / color. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 (EPA). MORE
The basic EEO definition (or equal employment opportunity) is the idea that everyone should be treated fairly when they’re considered for various employment decisions (including hiring, promotion, termination, compensation, etc.). If your company fails to comply with equal employment opportunity regulations, you may face complaints, lawsuits and fines. Equal employment opportunity that concerns protected characteristics does have some exceptions. MORE
However, gender discrimination still seems to seep into our lives. Obviously, we have many steps to make, but we’re definitely on the right path. However, we feel that turnover is a definitive marker of success. This is something that should definitely encourage your decision. MORE
The #MeToo movement, the global rise of immigration, and large-scale political changes such as Brexit and the election of Trump, shed light on – previously overlooked – minority groups and draw our attention toward equal rights, racism, feminism and socio-economic disparities. MORE
Despite being the #1 recruiting trend for 2018 for businesses, and despite decades of trying to improve workforce diversity demographics in the workplace, the commercial sector has made little progress. Will this different way of thinking about diversity make our organizations better? MORE
Unless there is a definitive effort to continue to introduce variability into the system, the model will discover and eradicate the variability. Equally important is understanding the ways in which our biases inhibit the growth and flexibility of our organizations. MORE
When we talk of diversity or racism, we talk about these differences amongst us. While diversity has a connotation of celebrating our differences and bringing us together, racism is the exact opposite. Discrimination of yesteryears is not acceptable in the present times and definitely not needed in the future. As a result, we have moved towards equality in the present and we need to abide by it, no question! We are humans! MORE
Hayal has extensive experience on topics including (among others) the evolution of the gig & on-demand economies, global talent strategy, workforce flexibility, and diversity. Think of courses about the art of giving feedback, how to become agile, aiming for diversity and many, many more. MORE
Unless there is a definitive effort to continue to introduce variability into the system, the model will discover and eradicate the variability. Equally important is understanding the ways in which our biases inhibit the growth and flexibility of our organizations. MORE
Managing diversity in your company is much the same as hosting a lively dinner. What is workforce diversity? . Before you can manage diversity in the workplace, you have to know what it is. And the definition may surprise you. Diversity is anything that makes people different from one another. I’m sure you know you shouldn’t discriminate based on race, gender, national origin or disability. What are the benefits of diversity in your workplace? . MORE
While corporate social responsibility can be about doing good in ways that don’t relate to business, 2019’s corporate social responsibility trends definitely steer towards implementing ideas that directly benefit your business and your bottom line. The benefits of corporate social responsibility for employees include education, re-education, and training all these are becoming increasingly important, especially as diversity, equality, and social responsibility become larger issues. MORE
She is considered a recruiting technology industry thought leader and has been designing and implementing global HR solutions as a practitioner and a consultant for more than 20 years. Somehow from that post college convert to transferable skills recruiting digital design engineers. MORE
Woodson believed deeply that equality was only possible with the acknowledgement and understanding of a race’s history, and dedicated his life to the study of African-American historical research. This attitude persists despite the efforts of diversity initiatives. MORE
Not every memorable moment is a happy moment either, as moments are not created equal, and the ones that make us feel stressed, frustrated, scared or helpless, have a negative impact on our lives. Employee experience is not only a top priority for organizations today. MORE
Back in 2016, we rounded up the top 5 recruiting trends to watch out for in 2017. Not only have there been digital advancements, such as the development of bots , there has also been a shift towards a more diverse workplace. What is blind recruitment? The issue of diversity. MORE
3) New "Storytellers" Can Erase Bias and Boost Diversity Bias still runs rampant not only in recruiting, but also after employees are hired, Leslie Miley, former engineering manager at Twitter, said during his keynote presentation. Don't "dip your toes into diversity," they urged. MORE
REDEFINING "HUMAN" IN HR: Technology will definitely become a bigger part of the picture in building an engaged workforce. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE: Building a global working environment is the need of the hour. To do so, diversity and inclusion must prevail. MORE
The colleague’s approach comes off equal parts condescending, judgmental, and nervously leery. HR most definitely needs to ensure that acknowledging and accommodating gender fluidity is about so much more than adding a third (or fourth) check box option to standard forms. MORE
EEO (equal employment opportunity) and affirmative action are certainly relevant terms and therefore easy to mix up. Here’s the difference between EEO and affirmative action: EEO is giving everyone the same opportunity to thrive, while affirmative action is actively supporting those who’ve been consistently deprived of fair and equal treatment. More about EEO: Everything you need to know to be an equal opportunity employer. Want more definitions? MORE
Building an inclusive workforce means being open-minded to the diverse population of people with disabilities. But the definition goes farther than many realize. Ensure staff are trained regarding the ADA, its requirements and how to identify discrimination issues. MORE
Definition Discrimination Diversity and Equality Recruitment Workable
JULY 5, 2019
The diversity definition refers to the existence of variations of different characteristics in a group of people. To better understand and define diversity, we can think about it in a social context. While the first things that come to mind when we talk about diversity are race and gender, there’s more than that. For a deeper analysis, you can refer to the breakdown of the different types of diversity. What is diversity in the workplace?
Ongig
APRIL 23, 2020
Which diversity titles work best for you and your team? My team and I looked at the best practices at leading companies as well as the most popular diversity titles requested on Google (via ahrefs and Google’s Keyword Tool). Diversity vs Inclusion vs. Equity.
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Hubert
JANUARY 10, 2020
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why is Diversity in the workplace important?
Workable
MAY 16, 2019
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) refers to fair, unbiased treatment in the workplace. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against existing or potential employees based on protected characteristics, including: Race / color. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 (EPA).
Hubert
JANUARY 10, 2020
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why Is Diversity In The Workplace Important?
ThoughtFarmer
JUNE 19, 2019
Our recruitment process has worked out well so far. If you are having trouble understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workplace, you aren’t alone. What is diversity and inclusion? The current state of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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Workable
MAY 15, 2019
The basic EEO definition (or equal employment opportunity) is the idea that everyone should be treated fairly when they’re considered for various employment decisions (including hiring, promotion, termination, compensation, etc.). If your company fails to comply with equal employment opportunity regulations, you may face complaints, lawsuits and fines. Equal employment opportunity that concerns protected characteristics does have some exceptions.
HR Examiner
MARCH 30, 2020
Unless there is a definitive effort to continue to introduce variability into the system, the model will discover and eradicate the variability. Equally important is understanding the ways in which our biases inhibit the growth and flexibility of our organizations.
HR Examiner
JANUARY 9, 2020
Unless there is a definitive effort to continue to introduce variability into the system, the model will discover and eradicate the variability. Equally important is understanding the ways in which our biases inhibit the growth and flexibility of our organizations.
Ongig
APRIL 17, 2020
There are a ton of great HR/Recruitment blogs. Ongig, of course, has its own recruiting blog — you’re reading it right now! This includes general HR blogs, recruiting blogs, talent acquisition blogs, employer branding blogs and more. Top 3 HR/recruitment blog posts.
Interact-Intranet
OCTOBER 27, 2017
Back in 2016, we rounded up the top 5 recruiting trends to watch out for in 2017. Not only have there been digital advancements, such as the development of bots , there has also been a shift towards a more diverse workplace. What is blind recruitment? The issue of diversity.
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Oracle HCM - Modern HR in the Cloud
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Diversity no longer means having a few representative people who look different from the majority of your workforce. Diversity today is a key driver of organizational financial performance, and we need to consider diversity of markets, customers, ideas, and talent.
Linkedin Talent Blog
MARCH 21, 2019
Six out of 10 older workers have experienced or witnessed age discrimination at work, says a 2018 report by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). said they believe that age discrimination in tech starts when workers are between 36 and 40. Diversity
LifeSpeak
JULY 5, 2018
There’s no two ways about it — diversity is good. Not only is hiring for diversity the right thing to do from a societal perspective, but it has several economic benefits as well. A McKinsey study also revealed that diverse organizations earn 35% better results than those that are more homogeneous. While workplaces are definitely improving, a lot of ingrained ignorance remains to be undone. The more diverse your panel, the better.
Brazen HR
FEBRUARY 17, 2016
The history of diversity in the workplace is by definition the story of how the concept of inclusion finally worked its way into our national narrative. When you have equality in the workforce, it creates a domino effect of change across the socioeconomic system.
Insperity
AUGUST 30, 2016
Managing diversity in your company is much the same as hosting a lively dinner. What is workforce diversity? . Before you can manage diversity in the workplace, you have to know what it is. And the definition may surprise you. Diversity is anything that makes people different from one another. I’m sure you know you shouldn’t discriminate based on race, gender, national origin or disability. What are the benefits of diversity in your workplace? .
Workable
JULY 17, 2019
The #MeToo movement, the global rise of immigration, and large-scale political changes such as Brexit and the election of Trump, shed light on – previously overlooked – minority groups and draw our attention toward equal rights, racism, feminism and socio-economic disparities. Now is the time for HR professionals to focus on diversity in the workplace and reinforcing inclusion not just in words, but in practice. But what exactly is diversity in the workplace?
Workable
JULY 17, 2019
The #MeToo movement, the global rise of immigration, and large-scale political changes such as Brexit and the election of Trump, shed light on – previously overlooked – minority groups and draw our attention toward equal rights, racism, feminism and socio-economic disparities.
Linkedin Talent Blog
MARCH 8, 2018
Even though struggles like mine and those around equal opportunities at work are still common for women, the good news is that in the past few years I have seen companies push for meaningful change when it comes to gender diversity and equality. Diversity
Workable
JULY 2, 2019
EEO (equal employment opportunity) and affirmative action are certainly relevant terms and therefore easy to mix up. Here’s the difference between EEO and affirmative action: EEO is giving everyone the same opportunity to thrive, while affirmative action is actively supporting those who’ve been consistently deprived of fair and equal treatment. More about EEO: Everything you need to know to be an equal opportunity employer. Want more definitions?
Thrive Global
JUNE 2, 2020
When we talk of diversity or racism, we talk about these differences amongst us. While diversity has a connotation of celebrating our differences and bringing us together, racism is the exact opposite. Discrimination of yesteryears is not acceptable in the present times and definitely not needed in the future. As a result, we have moved towards equality in the present and we need to abide by it, no question! We are humans!
Cornerstone On Demand
OCTOBER 11, 2018
3) New "Storytellers" Can Erase Bias and Boost Diversity Bias still runs rampant not only in recruiting, but also after employees are hired, Leslie Miley, former engineering manager at Twitter, said during his keynote presentation. Don't "dip your toes into diversity," they urged.
Bonusly
JANUARY 31, 2020
Woodson believed deeply that equality was only possible with the acknowledgement and understanding of a race’s history, and dedicated his life to the study of African-American historical research. This attitude persists despite the efforts of diversity initiatives.
CakeHR
MAY 18, 2019
However, gender discrimination still seems to seep into our lives. Obviously, we have many steps to make, but we’re definitely on the right path. However, we feel that turnover is a definitive marker of success. This is something that should definitely encourage your decision.
Insperity
JULY 25, 2019
Building an inclusive workforce means being open-minded to the diverse population of people with disabilities. But the definition goes farther than many realize. Ensure staff are trained regarding the ADA, its requirements and how to identify discrimination issues.
Vantage Circle
DECEMBER 5, 2019
REDEFINING "HUMAN" IN HR: Technology will definitely become a bigger part of the picture in building an engaged workforce. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE: Building a global working environment is the need of the hour. To do so, diversity and inclusion must prevail.
EverFi - HR
MARCH 20, 2019
While corporate social responsibility can be about doing good in ways that don’t relate to business, 2019’s corporate social responsibility trends definitely steer towards implementing ideas that directly benefit your business and your bottom line. The benefits of corporate social responsibility for employees include education, re-education, and training all these are becoming increasingly important, especially as diversity, equality, and social responsibility become larger issues.
i4cp
FEBRUARY 20, 2020
The colleague’s approach comes off equal parts condescending, judgmental, and nervously leery. HR most definitely needs to ensure that acknowledging and accommodating gender fluidity is about so much more than adding a third (or fourth) check box option to standard forms.
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.
Digital HR Tech
MAY 24, 2019
Hayal has extensive experience on topics including (among others) the evolution of the gig & on-demand economies, global talent strategy, workforce flexibility, and diversity. Think of courses about the art of giving feedback, how to become agile, aiming for diversity and many, many more.
Digital HR Tech
MAY 24, 2019
Hayal has extensive experience on topics including (among others) the evolution of the gig & on-demand economies, global talent strategy, workforce flexibility, and diversity. Think of courses about the art of giving feedback, how to become agile, aiming for diversity and many, many more.
Workable
JANUARY 23, 2019
You can pick the definition that’s closest to your company needs. Mind the word ‘strategy’ in the talent management definition above. Foster a productive and equal workplace. Be sure to keep these as inclusive as possible to accommodate the diversity within your teams.
HR Examiner
JULY 10, 2019
She is considered a recruiting technology industry thought leader and has been designing and implementing global HR solutions as a practitioner and a consultant for more than 20 years. Somehow from that post college convert to transferable skills recruiting digital design engineers.
SAP Innovation
DECEMBER 9, 2015
There are have been studies showing how “ people assume that their own beliefs and introspections are, by definition, valid and therefore worthy of being acted on ,” which can lead to discrimination. One set of researchers studied companies that emphasized meritocracy and how executive-level and equally performing men and women were compensated. Recruiting start-up GapJumpers is using the same approach – although they’re using television show “The Voice” as a model.
Digital HR Tech
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
Not every memorable moment is a happy moment either, as moments are not created equal, and the ones that make us feel stressed, frustrated, scared or helpless, have a negative impact on our lives. Employee experience is not only a top priority for organizations today.
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