A strong internal-mobility program is an incredible asset to your business — not just for the usual and obvious reasons but because there’s also a rising … Read more
Developing an LGBTQ-Friendly Hiring Process
One of my friends is trans. He transitioned over a year ago. He’s the top salesperson in his entire recruiting agency; yet he gets dead-named every single … Read more
The Deprioritization of Diversity and Its Impact on Hiring
For decades, companies have enjoyed a talent marketplace where employees generally enjoyed the stability of their current job and a robust pipeline of … Read more
10 Articles to Help You Elevate Diversity Hiring
Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, the observation of which occurs today. It’s an opportune time to reflect on just how far we’ve come when … Read more
Autistic People Are ‘Not Valued in Employment’
“I have autism and ADHD,” explains Louise O’Reagain, who works as a lifeguard. “And the most disabling part of my conditions is other people’s … Read more
A Misunderstanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Today marks the start of Black History Month, which makes this a good opportunity to pause and reflect on what we mean — really mean — when we talk about … Read more
Best of ERE: Top 5 Diversity Hiring Stories of 2021
I hate the term “diversity hire.” It’s a terrible way to describe “non-white male.” But then, there’a bunch of terms … Read more
The Problem of Diversity Among Talent Acquisition Suppliers
When people in recruiting talk about diversity, it’s usually about candidates. When it comes to the ways talent acquisition departments and agencies … Read more
How the Delta Variant Is Shaping Talent Acquisition Trends
“What is one talent acquisition trend you’re seeing that is being shaped by the Delta variant?” This question was posed to talent … Read more
A Lack of Funding for Diversity Hiring Continues to Plague Orgs
Business leaders at the smallest startups to the biggest global corporations have publicly committed to taking action against bias and discrimination in … Read more
Managing Candidates’ Transition From Zoom to In-Person
What happens when you meet colleagues in-person whom you have only previously ever seen through a screen? It’s a question that is increasingly important … Read more
The Law Handcuffs Efforts to Drive Diversity (and That’s OK)
A variety of current and looming legal developments will be impacting your job as a recruiting professional — from managing vaccine mandates to creating … Read more
The “Talent Shortage” Problem Is a Diversity Problem
One of the top headlines of post-pandemic rebuilding is the shortage of talent, including entry-level labor and leadership pipelines. But is the talent … Read more
Exclusionary vs Inclusionary Terms to Use in Job Posts
You already know that what’s written in your job posting sends a powerful signal to candidates. Indeed, companies are paying a lot more attention these … Read more
What to Do (and Not to Do) in Interviews to Improve Diversity Hiring
There are many ways to improve diversity hiring, but with limited time and resources, where’s the best place to start and where will you have the greatest … Read more
An Executive With Multiple Sclerosis Open Up
“I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when I was 22 years old and for the last 26 years, it has progressively gotten harder for me to walk. … Read more
Affirmative Action: Separating Myth From Reality
Affirmative action plans often get bad reputations. Certain affirmative action myths cloud people’s perceptions, and poor communication about the … Read more
How to Provide an LGBTQ-Friendly Candidate Experience
I can’t quite put my finger on the exact moment I knew that my sexuality would be my secret. I don’t even know what made me think it … Read more
Risky Business: How to Ensure Your Recruitment Strategy Addresses Gender Inequity
Editor’s note: This article is part of a series highlighting speakers at the upcoming ERE Digital event. Click here to view other articles in the series. … Read more
When Retention Becomes the Enemy of Recruitment
In some circles, employee retention is considered the holy grail of a healthy, happy, and productive workforce. I suppose it’s a logical conclusion, … Read more