Dear HR Professionals, This week is Women in Construction Week, and it’s an opportune time to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in the construction industry and renew our commitment to fostering inclusivity and equality. This annual event shines a spotlight on the invaluable role that women play in shaping the future of construction, while…
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Hello, fellow HR professionals! And Happy New Year! We’re about to embark on an expedition into a very hot topic: Artificial Intelligence. AI was a buzzword in 2023, with applications such as ChatGPT taking center stage. Granted, we’re only a month into 2024, but it looks like AI as a topic isn’t going away, just…
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In recent months, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has settled several large age discrimination complaints totaling millions of dollars in fines, fees, penalties, and payments to those affected. In fact, the EEOC has announced that age discrimination is one of the priorities identified in its new Strategic Enforcement Plan. Most recently, on December 19,…
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As we navigate the modern workforce, it’s becoming increasingly clear that hiring veterans isn’t just a nice thing to do; it’s a smart business move. According to insights from KelloggInsight and some friendly advice from Military.com, there are some seriously compelling reasons why bringing veterans on board can be a game-changer for your business. And…
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April is Autism Acceptance Month, and April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day. How is this relevant to equal hiring practices and Human Resources in general? Well, people with Aspergers and Autism fall squarely under the “disabled” label for purposes of Affirmative Action Programs (AAP) with hiring and firings, and if you have applicants for positions that…
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