Employee relations

Recognition might be a stronger motivator for workers, according to new research from Korn Ferry.

New hires and promoted employees will undergo training to help identify “blindspots,” the consulting firm says.

There are some jobs out there that play the role of the unsung hero. They may not appear as glamorous as others, but are just as important to the success of a company.

Here’s what large employers, including Starbucks, Amazon and Staples, did this year to redefine their employee benefit packages.

Each year, industries ranging from retail to hospitality are in need some extra hands around the holiday season. While retail and hospitality positions may be the first to come to mind, this list from Careercast has a few unexpected surprises.

Effective use of well-being advocates in the workplace varies by employer size.

A Supplemental Unemployment Benefits plan empowers a workforce to be agile and optimized, says Transition Services’ Lana Mellis.

If Donald Trump is serious about helping the blue-collar workers who helped put him in the White House, how should he proceed?

Fewer Americans filed applications for unemployment benefits last week, reinforcing the picture of a healthy job market.

President-elect Donald Trump intends to nominate Andrew Puzder, chief executive of the company that owns the Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. burger chains, as labor secretary, according to people familiar with the plans.

A Supplemental Unemployment Benefits plan empowers a workforce to be agile and optimized, says Transition Services’ Lana Mellis.

The Cleveland-based brokerage is strengthening its female talent pool with an internal initiative.

Though extroverts are often rewarded with leadership opportunities, businesses are doing themselves a disservice by overlooking less lively personalities, who are often better listeners and more analytical.

During the holidays, employers should take time to recognize their workers, celebrate accomplishments and give back.

Employee productivity should be the main focus for employers, according to a new Xerox study.

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. added insurance coverage for transgender workers this year, joining more than 500 companies taking a bigger role in advancing the rights of LGBT employees in a competitive market for labor.

Employee productivity should be the main focus for employers, according to a new Xerox study.

A number of highly successful companies have done it by developing mission statements that give employees purpose and pride, says expert Steffen Maier.

Effective use of well-being advocates in the workplace varies by employer size.

When it comes to one-on-one relationships with employees, employers should consider individual personalities and values and adapt behaviors to align with them.