On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court ruled that affirmative action at universities, where race and ethnicity is considered a factor for admission and to create a diverse student body, is unconstitutional under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. This ruling has led to confusion among some American…...
A Piece That’s Likely Missing From Your Onboarding Process
Every HR leader has uttered some version of the adage, “People join companies but quit managers.” And yet, if you look at what’s covered in the typical new-hire onboarding, rarely are new employees taught how to build the best working relationship with their new boss. Read the full article at:…...
11 Leadership Interview Questions to Help You Prepare
Leadership is a desirable quality that many employers seek in candidates of all levels. It can signal strengths like problem-solving, organization, and effective communication. Whether or not you’re interviewing for a role that requires managing others, highlighting your leadership skills can be a valuable endeavor. During an interview, you may receive…...
3 Ways to Revamp Your HR Processes
With the new year and setting new objectives, you’re likely overwhelmed with all that you need to do. One goal to consider is revamping your HR processes. This can help streamline the way you do business and simplify how you manage your people. Here are three simple ways to revamp…...
Hospitality Recruitment: 6 Ways to Improve Your Hotel
Hoteliers: it’s a tight labor market out there. And that means hiring for open positions can be incredibly difficult. Consider this fact: the U.S. added 220,000 jobs last month and wages are only growing by 2.5%. That means hospitality recruitment and filling open positions at your hotel is only going…...
A Guide for the Ages: What You Need to Know to Attract a Multigenerational Workforce
The recent arrival of Gen Z in the workplace has triggered a flood of generational comparisons, some thought-provoking and most merely whimsical. The media seems endlessly fascinated by the different historical, economic, and cultural influences that have shaped Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Zers. They have scrutinized…...
4 Ways to Test ‘Cultural Fit’ During the Hiring Process
As workplace structures evolve, finding candidates who are the right “cultural fit” is now a top priority of recruiters.In the business world (and in life), we tend to gravitate toward people similar to us. Our hiring practices are no exception -- if you’re an introvert, you might find extroverted candidates…...
3 Must-Do’s You Should Complete Beyond the Interview to Vet That Potential New Hire
Earlier this year, retail giant Target settled a $3.7 million discrimination lawsuit, as reported by USA Today. The suit alleged that Target’s criminal background-check process was biased against minority candidates. The litigation, spearheaded by the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, has since led Target to set up a process for…...
