Understanding unconscious bias in the workplace - and taking steps to address it - can lead to more effective and adaptive decision-making, according to a new report from Melbourne Business School's Centre for Ethical Leadership.
Failed hiring decisions are far more often related to cultural fit than skills, but employers continue to largely ignore this important aspect of recruitment, an HR event heard recently.
When leaders fail it can cost a business in many ways, but HR professionals can play a more strategic role in minimising the risk of attrition and poor results, says business psychologist Dee Fitzgerald.
Emotional intelligence measures are not yet reliable, and HR professionals should avoid using them for selection purposes, says an associate professor at Drake University in the US.
Many employers are discouraging a key demographic of jobseekers from joining their ranks - and don't even realise they are doing it, says Adage managing director Heidi Holmes.
What risks arise from "Googling" job applicants during a recruitment process? What questions can you ask about a candidate's medical history? Are you obliged to provide access to an employee's personnel file? Hicksons Lawyers partners Brad Swebeck and Sarah Jones answered these questions and more in our recent webinar.
Solid policies, training and record-keeping are an employer's best defence against discrimination claims, say employment lawyers Brad Swebeck and Sarah Jones.
The discrimination landscape is constantly evolving, posing new challenges for HR professionals. Watch this webcast to learn how to guard against modern risks and meet your obligations.
Despite all that is known about the effectiveness of employee referrals, it remains rare to find organisations using them to fill a significant proportion of their roles, says HR Daily Community blogger Craig Shutt.
The laws around engaging casual and contract workers have changed drastically this year. Understand how this affects your organisation by attending this HR Daily webinar.
From August, employees will have a legislated right to disconnect from work. Understand what this means for your organisation by watching this HR Daily Premium webcast.