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Tom Schin of Alaant shares how a stalled hiring process can put unnecessary strain on existing employees and what employers can do about it…

Airbnb told its 6,000 employees on Thursday that they would have the option to permanently work remotely, joining a growing number of companies that have ditched return-to-office plans, including Zillow and PwC. Airbnb also told its U.S. employees that they could move to anywhere in the country without a reduction to their compensation…

A recent research study from Bain & Company revealed that 25% to 30% of people report feeling “fully included” at work, which was found across “all geographies, industries, and demographic groups.” Asian employees, however...

A record number of people are quitting their jobs, and the hospitality industry is feeling the biggest impact, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Raynaldo Maestas said he moved to Portland in 2011. After submitting 60 applications, he started a serving position at Portland City Grill. But in 2022, Maestas said he watched many of his coworkers make a shift…

Many organizations use an Applicant Tracking System, or ATS, to assess, filter, and catalogue job candidates. In fact, an ATS is typically one of the largest budget items for a human resources department. Unfortunately, most companies are not getting their money’s worth. Why not? Because they’re not using their ATS as a secret weapon when it comes to recruiting…