Hiring practices don't often change during a recession. But, companies are more careful in evaluating the need for more staff. Juan Morales explains. Date: $artDate
Almost 40% of American workers would consider switching jobs to an employer with greater commitment to workplace technology, according to a study by the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority.
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Layoffs affect more than those who have been let go. It's up to the HR department to make sure everything goes smoothly even those who are left behind. M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this article from Carol A. Hacker. Date: $artDate
It's a tough economy and one that is going to continue to cause layoffs and cuts to projects. But as Curt Finch explains, the cuts can be avoided. Date: $artDate
The continuing negative economic growth forecasted well into 2009 is having an impact on compensation decisions in real-time. About a quarter of our matched case sample of companies report
change in their salary budgets since the last survey in April/May 2008 — with the clear trend being downward. The Conference Board shares their results. Date: $artDate
Employees laid off in the United States earn the least amount of severance pay worldwide, according to a recent study by Right Management. Date: $artDate
Employees with unhealthy habits have higher medical costs. In the current economic crunch, HR needs to find creative and cost-effective ways to solve this problem. Alamelu Vairavan explains how. Date: $artDate