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Even before budget constraints tightened their grip, the advent of COVID-19 from 2020 to 2022 saw DEIB sliding down many employers’ priority lists. A survey by Mineral and The Fossicker Group in 2020 revealed that 48% of HR and compliance decision-makers considered DEIB among their top five priorities. However, by 2022, this number dwindled to 34%, with only 16% maintaining DEIB as a top-five priority. For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/12/strategies-to-safeguard-deib-from-budget-cuts-by-keeping-it-in-plain-sight/

A recent study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research sheds light on the impact of “ban-the-box” laws, aimed at improving fairness in hiring for formerly incarcerated individuals. Contrary to expectations, the study found no significant effect, positive or negative, on employment for lower-educated men across demographic categories. For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2024/05/09/study-on-ban-the-box-laws-shows-no-impact-on-employment-for-less-educated-young-men/

In the midst of evolving workplaces and staffing challenges, businesses are seeking fresh approaches to attract talent and manage their workforce effectively, notes a recent report by The Conference Board. This report emphasizes the importance of strategic workforce planning that involves insight from talent professionals. It underscores the need to identify the right talent mix essential for achieving future objectives. The involvement of recruitment and hiring teams is crucial in this planning process, fostering a cohesive strategy. For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2024/02/19/report-highlights-the-necessity-for-hr-professionals-to-have-a-significant-role-in-strategic-workforce-planning/

A recent report highlights the imminent shift in job skills due to AI’s rapid rise, with projected changes of up to 65% by 2030. LinkedIn notes a surge in job postings mentioning AI or Generative AI in India, with a 2.5x increase in the last two years, resulting in 2.1x growth in applications compared to non-AI related posts. This surge reflects a strong professional interest, as 98% of Indian workers express enthusiasm about using AI in their jobs. Many anticipate leveraging AI for career guidance (75%) and handling work challenges (78%). For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/09/reports-say-skill-requirements-for-jobs-to-change-by-65-by-2030-due-to-ai/

Over 40% of responding workers feel that their institutions do not adequately equip them with the skills necessary to undertake employer learning programs. September saw the release of the Talent Health Index by Cornerstone OnDemand with the revelation of a consistent chasm between employees’ needs for development and employer provision.  For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/11/employer-learning-programs-questioned-employee-confidence-lags-behind/

TechSmith’s HR department had to overcome a major hurdle during open enrollment in the pre-pandemic days. Amy Casciotti, the VP of HR at TechSmith, indicated that more than 20% of the employees had not even begun the enrollment process. TechSmith’s human resource team employed a unique strategy to give out crucial information about benefits within the organization before the open enrollment period. In addition, the transition to video increased open enrollment rates from 80% to 100%, and the HR team could now communicate with each employee on a more personal level. The company used videos as a means of making the information more accessible and engaging. For more details please visit our website : http://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/12/techsmith-elevates-open-enrollment-participation-by-embracing-video-based-approaches/

Over the last year, the return to office (RTO) v. remote work or work from home (WFH) debate has escalated significantly, pushing many organizations into hybrid structure compromises. This rather reluctant growth of WFH opportunities has given rise to a distributed workforce whose growth hinges on the evolving role of technology in facilitating and optimizing a digital workspace.  For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2024/01/16/wired-for-success-how-technology-is-fueling-the-distributed-work-revolution/

  Workers exhibit a strikingly even split between those favouring a 9-to-5 schedule and those seeking flexibility, with leaders often misunderstanding these preferences, suggests a recent Gallup report. Dubbed as “blenders” and “splitters,” both groups can thrive if their needs are acknowledged. Gallup’s findings emphasize leaders’ potential underestimation of the number of employees favouring a structured 9-to-5 routine. Ryan Pendell, a workplace science writer at Gallup, highlighted the need for leaders to grasp and accommodate employees desiring clear work boundaries. The report reveals a near 50/50 divide between splitters and blenders, leading to potential conflicts when leaders assume a uniform preference within their workforce. Splitters prioritize delineated work hours, while blenders blend personal tasks during work hours, leading to potential misunderstandings. For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/11/workers-seek-9-to-5-schedules-e...

In a survey conducted by Indeed and Forrester Consulting, only 29% of 4,002 U.S. workers reported thriving in their jobs. Worker well-being, rooted in feelings of energy, belonging, and trust, tends to be higher among older workers, men, and those with advanced education and higher incomes. Employers benefit from high employee well-being, observing improved retention rates and better stock market performance. Happier employees exhibit nearly double the likelihood of efficiently prioritizing tasks, creative problem-solving, and investing substantial effort into their work. for more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/11/few-workers-thrive-yet-happy-employees-show-higher-productivity-survey-reveals/

The recent findings from ResumeLab shed light on the intricate relationship Gen Z holds with the professional sphere. An overwhelming 97% of Gen Z individuals acknowledge work as an integral facet of their identity. Paradoxically, a significant 83% self-identify as job hoppers. Contrary to notions of instability, this trend reflects a deliberate pursuit of diverse skill sets, new challenges, and a quest for workplaces that resonate with their values and aspirations.  For more details please visit our website : https://www.hroutlook.com/2023/12/11/study-suggests-83-of-gen-z-workers-identify-as-job-hoppers/

A recent report from CWI Labs revealed that ageism remains a significant challenge for job seekers over 50, with 59% believing their age creates barriers during the hiring process. Moreover, 46% of these older job seekers have been searching for employment for at least a year, and only 21% feel confident about securing a job within the next six months. For more details please visit our website : http://www.hroutlook.com/2024/10/14/over-50-of-older-u-s-workers-report-ageism-affects-their-job-prospects/