Human Resource Management Articles
February 5 2010 - Nonfarm payroll employment fell by 20,000 in January
but the unemployment rate also fell to 9.7%.
January 20 2010 - The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% - down by 0.1% over the quarter but up 1.6% on last year.
January 14 2010 - Seasonally adjusted, unemployment fell by 0.1% to 5.5% and the number of people in employment rose by 35,200 to 10,905,900
January 14 2010 - The current jobs outlook is better than at any time over the last two years,
but job security remains fragile as the New Zealand economy begins to come out of recession, according to Westpac Bank.
January 14 2010 - International workers are still good for
business and the economy, according to a recent survey.
January 8 2010 - Statistics Canada reported that unemployment remained at 8.5% in
December with little change in overall employment levels.
December 23 2009 - Achieving this will take a miracle unless government
starts to take the issue seriously.
November 21 2009 - Research by the Institute for Employment Studies indicates that engaging managers are made,
not born - they learn from their own and other people's mistakes and modify their behaviour accordingly.
November 21 2009 - A recent report shows that just a half of employing organisations
have a formal pro-age recruitment policy. It also shows that many employers are nervous of discussing age issues
with workers approaching retirement. But many organizations are willing to make adjustments to the workplace
in order to help retain employees when the issue is raised informally.
November 19 2009 - Management stereotypes are likely to evolve as more women assume leadership roles in the workforce.
November 12 2009 - Just over 1,700,000 people (10% of Australians aged 15 years or more)
were unemployed and looking for work at some time in the twelve months up to February 2009, according to the
Australian Bureau of Statistics.
November 1 2009 - The latest report from Hudson, a worldwide staffing company, shows a further improvement from
last quarter with a shift towards increasing headcount of 6 percentage points to
21.9%.
October 27 2009 - A new report from Ambient Insight shows that the market for
Self-paced E-Learning in the US will reach $16.7 billion in 2009.
October 27 2009 - The latest 'UnretirementSM Index' published by the US arm of
Sun Life International reveals that 65% of American employees expect to delay their retirement by at least a year -
11% more than at the end of 2008.
October 27 2009 - A recent survey analyzed selected U.S. strategic mergers during the credit crisis.
October 25 2009 - Research reported last week by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) shows that race
discrimination is still present in UK recruitment.
September 16 2009 - Now is the time to consider upgrading talent and making acquisitions according to a new report from RBC.
Businesses can benefit from job market conditions to upgrade their talent and, for smaller companies, recruit new employees
who may be the key succession planning.
September 1 2009 - The CEO of Skill360 Australia has claimed that not only is the country's
Vocational Education and Training sector one of the world's best, it prepares Australian apprentices for jobs
anywhere in the world.
August 26 2009 - A new report from the American Society for Training &
Development (ASTD) shows continued commitment to learning in the current tough
economy with learning budgets holding up well compared to previous recessions.
August 25 2009 - Kansas State University research has found support for the view
that employees who are engaged in their work, including higher levels of vigor, dedication and absorption in
daily activities, also have better moods and are more satisfied at home.
July 3 2009 - With obesity rates making headlines across
the US, 22% of organizations offer weight management programs.
May 28 2009 - Following the departure of belligerent Telstra chief executive Sol Trujillo, the new
CEO, David Thodey, apparently signalled a more concilatory approach to employee relations in an email sent to members of
Telstra staff.
April 15 2009 - Australian Bureau of Statistics results, just released, show that in
August 2008, 19.1% of Australian employees earned $1400 or more per week.
* Changes in Employment Law April 2009
April 6 2009 - The latest report from Hudson, a worldwide staffing company, shows continued lack of confidence among
New Zealand employers.
March 17 2009 - The Hard Evidence for Contractor Screening and Employment Background Check Searches
March 17 2009 - Global warming. Water shortages. Terrorism. Failing health care
system. Wars around the globe. Gas prices. Severe economic
downturn. Look at the headlines and it's enough to make you stay
in bed.
March 13 2009 - Whenever we begin to design an employee communication strategy that is focussed on change the most important thing to consider is that the strategies implemented must engage employees, not simply inform. In other words will the employee communication strategy you are implementing cause a change in attitude and therefore behaviour or is it simply information?
March 12 2009 - In the economic downturn, advertising budgets are being cut, marketing departments pruned, but organisations still need to be raising their profile, attracting new customers, and differentiating themselves from their competitors. CSR in the form of Employee Supported Volunteering (ESV) can help.
March 10 2009 - ACTU President Sharan Burrow says that Australian women are risking loss of pay,
skills and access to decent work because of the Global Financial Crisis.
March 8 2009 - What's the best way to deal with stress in the workplace? Prevent it from ever occurring!
March 3 2009 - The Human Resources Institute of New Zealand (HRINZ) has
announced the winners of the 2008/09 HRINZ HR Awards.
February 11 2009 - Equality and discrimination issues never seem to be out of the public eye
and new legislation being unveiled this year will likely lead to a rise in claims.
World -
February 10 2009 - Corporate responses to the global economic crisis and the impact on social
responsibility agendas.
February 10 2009 - A report from Strategic Connections Inc. highlights the negative impact on employee morale and engagement associated with the current economic downturn
and suggests strategies to help organizations retain the integrity of their workforce in preparation for improved conditions.
February 10 2009 - Two recent reports offer guidance on motivating and developing talented
employees in the current global economic downturn.
February 7 2009 - More women fill top executive jobs in
Canada's largest publicly-traded businesses than ever before - but this still amounts to a mere
7.2%, according to a report from executive search firm Rosenzweig & Company.
February 5 2009 - As winter weather continues to grip Scotland employers should be taking a closer look at their 'time off for adverse weather' policy.
January 21 2009 - Eileen McDargh offers alternative action to the top five
mistakes leaders made during difficult times.
January 8 2009 - The Health Service Executive aims to eliminate double-digit absenteeism over the next year
Updated January 7 2009 - A reputable brand can act like a magnet, drawing top talent to an organisation.
January 4 2009 - Consultants and professional services firms are reliant on their people.
They are the core of their business, which is why many firms are keen to keep hold of their skilled staff.
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