Talent management

Talent management is a key aspect of a company's operations and HR's responsibilities. Get news, guides and tips on using the right work technology and HR software to manage each area of talent management, including recruiting and onboarding; performance management; succession planning; learning and development; and compensation management.

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News 21 Mar 2023
U.S. sets code rewrite on job ads seeking H-1B, OPT workers

Dice's parent company, DHI Group, has reached a voluntary agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over job ads that allegedly favored foreign workers. Continue Reading
News 20 Mar 2023
Amazon’s latest round of layoffs includes HR

Amazon has cut another 9,000 jobs in HR, Amazon Web Services and advertising, citing the need to be 'leaner' due to economic uncertainty. The company laid off 18,000 in January. Continue Reading

News 17 Mar 2023

ChatGPT's threat to white-collar jobs, cognitive automation

ChatGPT has the potential to accelerate cognitive automation, or automate problem solving and critical thinking tasks that are now completed by white-collar workers. Continue Reading
News 14 Mar 2023

With self-criticism, Meta layoff cuts deep, hits recruiters

Meta's layoff is part of a strategy to reduce its management layers and create a flatter organization. But it may be trading one risk for another. Continue Reading
News 13 Mar 2023

Continuous employee listening gets boost from Qualtrics

Continuous listening tools can provide immediate insights into changing employee sentiment and complement annual or quarterly employee surveys, if not replace them. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Mar 2023

7 exit interview questions to ask departing employees

Exit interview data is a valuable resource for improving company operations. Learn some of the best questions to ask an employee during an exit interview. Continue Reading
News 03 Mar 2023

A question at HR Tech: Will ChatGPT take HR jobs?

ChatGPT has sparked interest about its effect on HR. It could offer HR new capabilities, such as generating job ads, but there are concerns about errors and bias. Continue Reading
News 28 Feb 2023

Nearly 40% of software engineers will only work remotely

Hired's annual software engineering study found that remote work is now a competitive hiring differentiator. It also found that younger engineers are at a greater risk of layoffs. Continue Reading
Feature 28 Feb 2023

How companies can avoid a poor candidate experience

In a competitive job market, companies must learn how to avoid a poor candidate experience. Here are some best practices to follow. Continue Reading
Feature 28 Feb 2023

How recruiters can reject candidates respectfully

How recruiters reject job candidates can make a huge difference in a candidate's feelings towards a company. Learn some ways that recruiters can improve the rejection process. Continue Reading
News 23 Feb 2023

Lawsuit alleges Workday's AI enables hiring bias

An older Black man with a disability is accusing Workday's technology of hindering his pursuit for employment, claiming its AI is biased. Workday says the lawsuit has no merit. Continue Reading
News 23 Feb 2023

Top L&D skills now include management, communication

Employers are putting soft skills -- such as management, leadership and communication -- as their top learning and development priority, according to LinkedIn. Continue Reading
News 22 Feb 2023

HR SaaS prices rise, especially for new implementations

The cost of implementing new HR SaaS software is on the rise as contractor wages increase. HR software prices are going up overall, requiring sharper negotiation skills. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Feb 2023

12 Black leaders in technology

Black tech employees are small in number, but there are a number -- past and present -- to celebrate. Continue Reading
News 15 Feb 2023

Proposed FTC noncompete rule triggers 5,000 comments

Stakeholders are divided on the Federal Trade Commission's proposed ban on noncompete agreements, offering more than 5,000 comments ahead of the FTC's public hearing Thursday. Continue Reading
News 10 Feb 2023

GitHub to lay off 10% of workforce, sparks remote work debate

GitHub's plan to cut jobs and move to fully remote work sparks more discussion on whether remote workers will be first on the next tech chopping block. Continue Reading
News 10 Feb 2023

Employee monitoring notification laws gain steam

The increasing use of productivity-measuring tools is giving rise to employee monitoring notification laws. Legislation is gaining in the states, and Congress now has a bill. Continue Reading
News 08 Feb 2023

Tech company layoffs end tech's growth streak

For the first time in two years, tech employment didn't grow in January, thanks to tech company layoffs. But the shift to digital services may keep tech employment growing. Continue Reading
News 07 Feb 2023

Zoom lays off 15% of its workforce, cuts executive salaries

Zoom cuts 1,300 jobs due to the current economic downturn, saying it can no longer support the number of workers it hired during the pandemic. It also cut executive salaries. Continue Reading
News 02 Feb 2023

EEOC hearing on AI bias criticized as one-sided

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission held a hearing this week to examine how AI bias can hurt job seekers. But the panel's composition was accused of being unbalanced. Continue Reading
News 31 Jan 2023

Despite a layoff, Workday is still hiring

Workday's layoff is part of a growing list of tech companies cutting employees. But the company says it didn't overhire and is instead taking steps toward realignment. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Jan 2023

6 offboarding best practices for HR leaders to follow

An employee departure is a stressful time for the worker and the company. HR leaders should learn some offboarding best practices to maintain a positive relationship. Continue Reading
News 27 Jan 2023

HR tech companies' layoffs reveal hard facts

As the economy softens, HR tech companies are trimming payrolls. Several with $1 billion valuations have announced layoffs this month, citing concern for the future. Continue Reading
Opinion 26 Jan 2023

Despite layoffs, H-1B work visa demand will stay high

The U.S. government's 85,000 H-1B work visa cap will be exceeded this year, despite the increasing number of tech industry layoffs. That's what history tells us. Continue Reading
Tip 25 Jan 2023

Centralized services as a hedge against shadow IT's escalation

Proliferation of cloud, AI and integration tools has increased the deployment security risks of shadow IT and the need to centralize business functions and share support services. Continue Reading
News 24 Jan 2023

HR budgets, tech spending will be flat this year

HR tech spending will increase slightly, although some investments may be harder to track given the rise of WorkTech. Continue Reading
News 20 Jan 2023

Tech workforce cuts accelerate with Alphabet layoff

Citing economic concerns, Google's parent company, Alphabet, is laying off 12,000 employees. That puts the total number of tech layoffs in 2023 at more than 30,000. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Jan 2023

4 ways HR can support and develop managers

Managers may be inexperienced and require help facing today's business challenges. Learn how HR leaders can help managers succeed in their roles. Continue Reading
Tip 19 Jan 2023

Building a shared services organization structure

Amid the shifting economic climate and new reality of hybrid workforces, there's no better time for companies to consolidate business functions and centralize support services. Continue Reading
Tip 18 Jan 2023

HR shared services models benefit employee experiences

In the new reality of hybrid and remote workforces, shared services organizations smooth work processes, increase collaboration, and improve employee engagement and productivity. Continue Reading
News 18 Jan 2023

Microsoft layoff signals shift from rapid hiring to caution

Microsoft's layoff of 10,000 workers follows a similar tech industry pattern: rapid employment growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a relatively modest cutback. Continue Reading
News 18 Jan 2023

NYC's controversial AI bias audit law gets new hearing

New York City's new automated employment decision tool law, designed to root out AI bias in hiring, is having trouble getting off the ground. Continue Reading
News 12 Jan 2023

Republicans prioritize curbing federal remote work

Now that they control the U.S. House, Republicans may try to either restrict or end federal remote work, which they see as impediment to government service delivery. Continue Reading
News 06 Jan 2023

Hiring still outpaces tech layoffs, but cuts leave scars

Employees affected by tech layoffs should have good job prospects given the strength in hiring, but the experience could make them less loyal at their next place of employment. Continue Reading
News 05 Jan 2023

FTC proposed ban on noncompetes seen as boldest possible

The Federal Trade Commission wants to end the use of noncompete agreements in the U.S. Its proposed noncompete rule will also force employers to rescind existing contracts. Continue Reading
Tip 29 Dec 2022

Top AI recruiting tools and software of 2023

AI is infiltrating almost every corner of recruiting and talent acquisition. Here's how to evaluate AI tools, and 12 that merit serious consideration. Continue Reading
News 28 Dec 2022

HR trends in 2023 include offices that feel like home

The major HR trends for next year will include office designs that borrow from home life, while actually working from home might be harder to do if there's a recession. Continue Reading
Tip 28 Dec 2022

5 best talent management software systems in 2023

Talent management covers a wide range, from recruitment and onboarding to performance, training, compensation and succession. We narrowed the field to five systems that do it all. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Dec 2022

5 steps for getting started with VR soft skills training

HR leaders should learn about potential pitfalls and necessary early steps before launching a VR soft skills training program. Learn how to get started using VR. Continue Reading
News 22 Dec 2022

Workday co-CEO Bhusri sets stage for successor and sole CEO

Workday has tapped Carl Eschenbach, Sequoia Capital and VMware veteran, to work with co-CEO Aneel Bhusri for a year before taking on the chief executive role alone. Continue Reading
Tip 20 Dec 2022

Top 16 applicant tracking systems of 2023

Today's ATSes go beyond processing recruitment documents and communication to include sophisticated talent management features like resume parsing and candidate recommendations. Continue Reading
News 15 Dec 2022

Eagle Act, deluged by opposition, fails to advance in House

The Eagle Act, which would have eliminated per-country caps for employment-based visas, failed to find enough support for passage and was pulled from consideration. Continue Reading
News 15 Dec 2022

Independent contractor rule draws 55,000-plus comments

The Biden administration is reversing a business-friendly Trump administration rule on independent contractors. Some 55,000 comments on the proposed change have been logged. Continue Reading
Feature 13 Dec 2022

How CIOs can solve their tech and IT talent shortage

Massive layoffs haven't reduced the demand for tech workers. CIOs can address their organization's IT talent shortage with expert advice on how to recruit, hire and retain talent. Continue Reading
Tip 13 Dec 2022

6 performance appraisal types for HR leaders to consider

Performance appraisal types each have their advantages and disadvantages. Learn which is the right fit for your company, including whether you can combine approaches. Continue Reading
Feature 13 Dec 2022

7 tips for hiring during a recession

While budgets are tightened during economic downturns, recruiting may still be necessary. Here are some tips. Continue Reading
News 08 Dec 2022

Gig work remains popular as drawbacks weigh, scrutiny grows

Gig work and nonstandard work are under attack in Washington and likely to face new obstacles in 2023. The Labor Dept. and Federal Trade Commission look to step up enforcement. Continue Reading
News 02 Dec 2022

EEOC $8M settlement with Circle K seeks culture change

Circle K's settlement this week with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission includes monitoring provisions, including employee surveys. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Dec 2022

7 talent acquisition strategies for better hiring in 2023

As the pandemic recedes and the cost of living rises, candidates are looking elsewhere for better pay. Be prepared with a top-notch candidate experience, career site and ATS. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Dec 2022

8 talent acquisition and recruitment trends in 2023

With workers returning to the office and the effects of the "great resignation" still being felt, recruiters now have to appeal to candidates worried about salaries and inflation. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Nov 2022

5 examples of VR's use in soft skills training

Soft skills are increasingly valued in today's marketplace. Learn some examples of VR soft skills training, including helping to build empathy skills. Continue Reading
News 30 Nov 2022

LinkedIn's belief in skills-based hiring reshapes its tech

LinkedIn is using a new technology approach to find relationships between skills, which it expects will deliver better results to job seekers and recruiters. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Nov 2022

New enterprise learning tools put employees in control

The creator economy, peer-based collaborative learning and next-generation content providers are democratizing training and making it more personal -- with a big assist from AI. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Nov 2022

Generalist vs. specialist: What's the difference?

Generalists have a wide spectrum of knowledge, while specialists are subject matter experts in their areas of study. Learn if employers prefer one type over the other. Continue Reading
News 23 Nov 2022

Ceridian adds twist in rush to build talent marketplaces

HR platform vendor Ceridian unveiled its internal marketplace -- but unlike other vendors, its platform integrates contractors and staffing agencies, along with employees. Continue Reading
Feature 21 Nov 2022

How virtual reality can benefit soft skills training

Virtual reality can support soft skills training in a number of ways. Learn why more companies and their HR departments are turning to VR simulations. Continue Reading
News 21 Nov 2022

Pay transparency laws could soon cover 20% of Americans

Employers advertising nationally to fill remote jobs might have no choice but to follow New York City and California laws to disclose pay ranges. Continue Reading
Feature 18 Nov 2022

Top 9 performance review questions and answers

During performance review sessions, managers need to prepare the right questions for conversations with employees on the past year, career paths and goals for the upcoming year. Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2022

Musk's HR management style at Twitter gets harsh reaction

HR management experts believe Elon Musk is taking Twitter in a direction that's well outside the norm, and may hurt employee commitment and engagement. Continue Reading
Opinion 10 Nov 2022

What a Republican Congress means for the H-1B visa

Many House Republicans support raising the H-1B minimum salary to $110,000 and distributing visas on the basis of salary, with the highest salaries first in line. Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2022

Meta's H-1B layoffs challenge visa holders and U.S. workers

Mark Zuckerberg has taken a prominent role in arguing for increases in H-1B visas. Meta's recent layoffs include visa holders, something that may cost tech clout in Washington. Continue Reading
News 04 Nov 2022

Tech jobs grow despite layoffs, hiring freezes and Elon Musk

Hiring and advertising for tech jobs increased last month, according to U.S. data. But so did technical consulting jobs -- a possible sign of weakening full-time hiring. Continue Reading
News 04 Nov 2022

HR: AI in the workplace complements jobs -- for now

Advice from HR about AI in the workplace can be summed up in one word: Relax. They see AI taking over admin burdens, freeing up employees for other work. But some remain concerned. Continue Reading
News 31 Oct 2022

DEI policies and politics divide workplace

In today's workplace, many employees avoid co-workers they don't agree with politically, and also work to resist business efforts to deploy DEI policies. Continue Reading
News 26 Oct 2022

LinkedIn wants to make it easier to hire internal talent

LinkedIn has added a new feature designed to help employees develop their careers and to make it easier for recruiters to identify internal job candidates. Continue Reading
News 26 Oct 2022

Skills-based hiring an HR strategy for IT talent woes

The global IT labor shortage will persist through 2023, and to compete, employers should consider skills-based hiring and compensation, according to Gartner. Continue Reading
News 24 Oct 2022

Gartner sees 20% employee turnover for foreseeable future

Employers can expect high turnover to continue because of expanded job opportunities, thanks in part to remote work, according to Gartner analysts. Continue Reading
News 24 Oct 2022

To compete with tech giants, Strivr opens its VR platform

Derek Belch, founder and CEO of VR startup Strivr, is opening up its platform to accelerate corporate VR training adoption and expand content options. Continue Reading
News 24 Oct 2022

Visier acquires Paris-based employee skills startup

People analytics company Visier acquired Boostrs, a Paris-based skills mapping startup. It's part of an HR industrywide shift to understand employees by their skills. Continue Reading
News 19 Oct 2022

As layoffs rise, Oracle HCM releases mass hiring tool

Oracle is rolling out a new set of recruiting tools, including tools that will help companies run events for high-volume hiring, such as on college campuses or for seasonal retail. Continue Reading
Feature 18 Oct 2022

How to start an inclusive mentoring program

An inclusive mentoring program can improve an employee's sense of belonging and create new relationships between workers. Learn how to start one and mistakes to avoid. Continue Reading
News 17 Oct 2022

AI adoption, labor shortage accelerate need for upskilling

The impact of AI-enabled automation isn't showing up in productivity data, but it is prompting businesses to upskill and reskill workers to keep up with this tech. Continue Reading
Tip 14 Oct 2022

10 key performance management software features, traits

When HR leaders purchase performance management software, they should confirm it includes features like customization options and 360-degree review. Learn more. Continue Reading
News 13 Oct 2022

DEI firm that connects job seekers with employers gets $30M

A startup's diversity, equity and inclusion platform raised millions in its latest funding round as employers start turning to third-party systems for help. Continue Reading
Tip 13 Oct 2022

6 best practices for ensuring offboarding cybersecurity

Offboarding can be a tenuous time for cybersecurity if HR leaders don't follow some best practices. Learn what to do about security during an employee's departure. Continue Reading
Feature 12 Oct 2022

Ghost jobs explained: Everything you need to know

Companies leave job postings open after hiring or create listings with no intention to hire. Known as ghost jobs, companies use these postings to gauge the talent pool. Continue Reading
News 11 Oct 2022

EEOC employer lawsuits could increase in number, reach

The EEOC is on the verge of gaining a Democratic majority, something that might soon increase the scope of its lawsuits, such as how AI is used in hiring. Continue Reading
Feature 11 Oct 2022

HubSpot DEI program shores up software engineer shortage

HubSpot has been building its DEI program for years, which includes in its hiring practices. By focusing on a more diverse talent pool, the company has found it can better manage the software engineer shortage. Continue Reading
Feature 06 Oct 2022

Tech talent development rests on DEI, upskilling, teamwork

Liberty Mutual Insurance's next CIO, Monica Caldas, shares new ways of solving the IT talent problem and explains why soft skills are critical for today's IT teams. Continue Reading
News 29 Sep 2022

Rebuilding Florida after Ian may be slowed by labor shortage

The construction industry, already at relatively low unemployment, may be challenged to meet the demands of rebuilding Florida and other areas hurt by Hurricane Ian. Continue Reading
News 29 Sep 2022

A study of what makes the best employers 'irresistible'

The secret of what makes a company a best employer isn't HR technology choices, but management thinking, according to HR analyst Josh Bersin in his new book, 'Irresistible.' Continue Reading
News 26 Sep 2022

4-day workweek productivity claims gather criticism

A preliminary survey from a pilot program of businesses trying out a four-day workweek says the change can be made without hurting productivity. Economists are skeptical. Continue Reading
News 23 Sep 2022

Workday creates universal skills translator

As employers move from degree-based to skills-based hiring, Workday says employers need a way to translate skills from vendor to vendor. Its new tool is billed to do just that. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Sep 2022

Ultimate guide to recruitment and talent acquisition

It's no longer good enough to recruit for today. You need to take a long view and build a workforce for the next stage of growth. Here's how talent acquisition helps. Continue Reading
News 19 Sep 2022

Quiet quitting energized by employee fearlessness

The still-strong job market may be the fuel that keeps quiet quitting alive. Employee fear over job loss has been replaced by an overconfidence in finding a new one. Continue Reading
News 15 Sep 2022

Salesforce new training goal: 20K new admins, developers

Salesforce partners with nonprofits and customers to mint more admins, developers and consultants needed to sustain the company's five-year growth plan. Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2022

HR leaders bridge gap between business, employee needs

During the Workday Rising event, business leaders shared their struggles with finding a way to balance business and employee needs for returning to the office. Continue Reading
Tip 13 Sep 2022

Best practices to build a sustainable hybrid work model

Discussing employee preferences well before setting policy, and carefully analyzing team collaboration needs and technologies can ensure that the hybrid model works for everyone. Continue Reading
Tip 12 Sep 2022

Using AI for recruiting: Complete guide for HR pros

As companies battle to find and hire qualified talent, AI-powered software speeds processes, reduces recruitment workloads, improves candidate experiences and refines sourcing. Continue Reading
Feature 09 Sep 2022

6 trends in recruiting technologies

Recruiting continues to evolve along with technology and the increase in remote work. With innovative recruiting methods, companies can stand out and attract new talent. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Sep 2022

How are recruitment and talent acquisition different?

Learn the difference between talent acquisition and recruiting, including the strategic implications each has for your organization and the technologies that help the most. Continue Reading
News 01 Sep 2022

Study to discover effects of business automation on jobs

A National Academies research group is trying to find out how AI-enabled business automation will affect the workforce. Arguments land on both side of the spectrum. Continue Reading
Tip 31 Aug 2022

6 ways people analytics can help HR improve retention

Improving retention benefits the entire organization. Learn some ways people analytics can help HR increase retention, from identifying high turnover to improving DEI. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Aug 2022

9 keys to a killer recruitment marketing strategy

In a hiring market that presents unprecedented challenges, every HR and recruiting team needs to develop a marketing strategy to attract top-notch candidates. Here's how. Continue Reading
Tip 29 Aug 2022

AI hiring bias: Everything you need to know

Bias and discrimination can creep into your hiring process in all sorts of places. Here are the ones to watch out for, and tips on mitigating their negative effects. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Aug 2022

Guide to developing social media recruiting strategies

To navigate the complexities and avoid the pitfalls of social media recruiting, companies must set goals, choose the right platforms, promote their culture and measure results. Continue Reading
News 26 Aug 2022

ADP: Automation gains can cut HR service costs

ADP has upgraded its HR service capabilities, shifting more work to employee self-service. It is part of a broad industry effort to automate as much HR work as possible. Continue Reading
Podcast 26 Aug 2022

AI risk management puts ML code, data science in context

Navrina Singh, CEO of Credo AI, discusses the limits of MLOps and algorithmic auditing in providing governance for responsible AI. Continue Reading
News 24 Aug 2022

U.S. spending triggers race to train construction workers

Massive U.S. spending on everything from new roads to wind generation is testing the ability of the government and private sector to churn out enough construction workers. Continue Reading
News 18 Aug 2022

Talent acquisition a bigger business risk than recession

Talent acquisition and cybersecurity are the two top business risks leaders surveyed by PwC say they face in the current environment. Continue Reading
News 17 Aug 2022

Payroll systems migrations lead to errors and anger

Workers at two separate healthcare groups are reporting paycheck errors following migrations to new payroll systems. One is moving to Oracle; the other to Workday. Continue Reading
Tip 16 Aug 2022

How AI is transforming the talent acquisition process

Machine learning, natural language processing and RPA can source candidates faster, match their skills better and vet them with less bias. An HR technology expert explains how. Continue Reading