Articles tagged with Human Resources
A study found that women in public accounting firms are overrepresented as directors but underrepresented as partners, highlighting a persistent gender equity issue. The analysis of audit data revealed a disproportionate lack of female partners, with only 18% holding the position compared to 32% of directors.
Research reveals significant differences in earnings between white and ethnic minority workers within the same workplace. The study suggests that changes in pay-setting arrangements are needed to bring parity between workers.
A new study published in the Journal of Human Resources found that teachers play a critical role in detecting and reporting child maltreatment. The study suggests that time spent in school leads to increases in reports of child maltreatment, highlighting the importance of educators in protecting children.
Professor Gary Latham of the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management has been recognized with the Dave Ulrich Impact Award for his groundbreaking research on goal setting and its impact on human resource management. His work has significantly advanced the field, with hundreds of academic and practitioner articles published.
A recent study by the University of Texas at Austin found that C-level executives who regularly promote their knowledge and expertise on Twitter are 32% more likely to land high-paying job offers. This type of personal branding has tangible effects in the form of better job opportunities and higher overall earnings.
Employment for people with disabilities reached an all-time high in June 2022, increasing to 34.9% of the labor force, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The employment-to-population ratio and labor force participation rate also rose significantly, reflecting the need for individuals and families to pick up extra income due to inflation.
According to the May COVID Update from National Trends in Disability Employment (nTIDE), unemployment declined for people with disabilities, while those without disabilities saw a slight increase. The data should be interpreted cautiously due to ongoing inflation concerns.
Research from the University of Washington found that narcissistic executives can prevent knowledge sharing among business units, despite boosts to performance. Narcissists overestimate internal knowledge value and underestimate external ideas.
Researchers found that tension and lack of it have a significant impact on surgical performance, with shared past successes priming teams for better collaboration
The number of unemployed people with disabilities remained relatively steady at 590,000, while labor force participation rate showed minimal movement. Unemployment for people without disabilities has shown a slow but steady decline over the past two years.
A UTD professor's study found that men's rudeness toward others, including women, can obscure the recognition of sexism. The study suggests that a perception of gender blindness can lead observers to view the perpetrator as not sexist, even when they are displaying sexist behavior.
Unemployment rates for people with disabilities increased in March, while those without disabilities still lag behind pre-pandemic levels. Despite this, people with disabilities are continuing to outperform their non-disabled counterparts in the labor market.
A new study by Cornell University found that variable work schedules lead to higher turnover rates due to economic security concerns, health issues, and work-life balance problems. This increased turnover negatively impacts business performance during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
A study by Bocconi University researchers finds that employees are more likely to share internal knowledge when they feel part of an organization, but rather pass it to competitors. The study's findings suggest that managing organizational climate can prevent knowledge spillovers and maintain competitive advantage.
A new study found that empowering workers can lead to better job performance and creativity, but only if institutional obstacles are removed. However, when empowered employees face hindrance stressors, they may become morally disengaged and engage in unethical pro-organizational behavior.
Researchers found data analysis, accounting, cleaning, and banking to be the most boring jobs, while religion, watching TV, and bird watching were among the dullest hobbies. Stereotypically boring people are often disliked and avoided due to preconceptions, leading to social ostracization and increased loneliness.
A new study from Rice University finds that two-thirds of Muslims, half of Jews and more than a third of evangelical Protestant Christians experience workplace discrimination in different ways. Muslims and Jews feel targeted by anti-Islamic and antisemitic rhetoric, while Christians are perceived as judgmental for taking moral stances.
A new study from the University of Bath reveals that care from a co-worker inspires people to be supportive to their partner at home, leading to creative thinking at work. This 'gain spiral' benefits both members of a couple, with spouses passing on support received from co-workers.
According to the nTIDE January 2022 Jobs Report, people with disabilities have continued to gain employment, with an increase in employment-to-population ratio and labor force participation rate. Their numbers are now above historic highs, exceeding those of their non-disabled peers.
Research from the University of Bath finds that companies with strong diversity and inclusion climates can spur support for trans staff, even among those initially hesitant. The study emphasizes the importance of practical frameworks, leadership, and authentic allyship initiatives to create a more inclusive work environment.
A recent study published in the Journal of Marketing found that decentralized onboarding programs can develop salespeople into higher performers by fostering a more innovative and adaptive approach. This approach is particularly beneficial for salespeople who require a greater degree of creativity and adaptability to succeed.
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that software development teams given greater autonomy are more productive and have higher customer satisfaction rates. The researchers tested 461 projects over 50 months and found a 39% increase in value added for autonomous teams compared to traditional teams.
Research suggests men are more likely to engage in deviant behavior such as lying or cheating when their gender status is threatened at work. In contrast, women's responses to gender threats do not affect their perceived ability to behave autonomously.
Unemployment rates for people with disabilities decreased in November, dipping below pre-pandemic levels for the first time. Progress is attributed to rises in employment-to-population ratio and labor force participation rate, with some individuals returning to their previous jobs or starting new ones.
The nTIDE November 2021 Jobs Report reveals historic employment gains for people with disabilities, with the employment-to-population ratio increasing to 34.6% and labor force participation rate rising to 37.7%. These gains surpass pre-pandemic levels and historic highs.
The Kessler Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to the SHRM Foundation to develop its Employing Abilities @Work certificate program. The program aims to equip HR professionals with knowledge and skills to effectively recruit, onboard, and retain employees with disabilities.
UMass Lowell researchers will focus on four projects to better protect employees in various professions, including healthcare workers and teachers. The five-year grant funding supports studies on work-life balance, engagement, burnout, and implementing programs to deal with job stressors.
A study of over 750,000 federal employees aged 50+ found that those in high-quality jobs were more likely to delay retirement, especially if they lacked a college degree or managerial experience. Employers can attract these workers by investing in autonomy, training opportunities, and good benefits.
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland found that working-age people living with dementia experience insufficient guidance and counselling. This results in premature retirement and loss of social contacts, leading to feelings of anxiety, exhaustion, and shame.
A new study aggregates evidence from experiments on performance incentives globally, finding that men and women respond similarly to rewards for achieving performance objectives. The study suggests that performance pay boosts productivity for both genders across various contexts and program designs.
New data shows black and Asian doctors are underrepresented in NHS jobs in London, with white applicants receiving 6x more offers. The figures highlight the persistence of discrimination against minority groups in medical recruitment.
A recent study by researchers from the University of Toronto and UCLA Anderson School of Management found that automatic entry into competitive processes can reduce gender disparities in decision-making. In three cash-for-task experiments with over 1500 participants, women were shown to be as competitive as men when given the option to...
A new study found that active listening by managers can improve employees' sense of personal control over their careers and reduce anxiety about potential job loss. By increasing active listening, managers can create a safe space for workers to verbalize and process their experiences, enabling them to feel more in control and valued.
A new study of 61,000 Microsoft employees found that working from home causes workers to become more siloed in how they communicate, engage in fewer real-time conversations, and spend fewer hours in meetings. The study's findings suggest that a full-time remote workforce may have a harder time acquiring and sharing new information.
A new study from the University of South Australia reveals that Australian firms with large gender pay gaps are not only perpetuating inequality but also harming their overall performance. The research found that women executives in top management teams can lower a firm's annual return on assets by 2.2%.
QUT researchers identified external recognition and professional development as crucial strategies for getting shortlisted. Applicants with earned professional recognition or awards were four times more likely to be shortlisted than those without such recognition.
A new study by Anglia Ruskin University found that gay and bisexual men earn less than heterosexual men due to workplace discrimination. Gay men earned 6.8% less, while bisexual men earned 10.3% less on average across Europe, North America, and Australia.
A new study suggests that emotional expression plays a significant role in leadership effectiveness. Women are seen as more effective leaders when they express calm and happy emotions, whereas men are viewed negatively when expressing negative emotions. The study's findings have implications for leaders to manage their emotions to maxi...
Researchers found that resilience fluctuates over time, with emotional exhaustion increasing and commitment decreasing. Factors like experience within the organization and emotional stability influence these effects.
A recent study highlights pitfalls associated with cybervetting, revealing that it assesses a candidate's moral character and often reflects explicit or implicit biases. The study calls for clear guidelines on the use of cybervetting to prevent bias in hiring processes.
Researchers share critical information and solutions to address behavioral challenges posed by the pandemic, including new working models, digital service approaches, and learning strategies. The papers explore various aspects of human systems management, from employee engagement to occupational health and safety.
Researchers found that remote work facilitated by the pandemic will lead to issues such as reduced social connectedness, increased risk of substance abuse, and need for new performance management systems. Companies may also need to create or augment employee assistance programs to address these concerns.
The May 2020 nTIDE report shows an increase in employment-to-population ratio and labor force participation rate for working-age people with disabilities, up 5.3% and 4.6%, respectively. This uptick may indicate people with disabilities returning to work as restrictions ease.
A new study reveals that environmental groups are increasingly focused on advocating for climate change and environmental justice. The researchers found that more than 40% of the most powerful organizations prioritize these areas in their mission statements.
A national modelling paper suggests that Canada's ICU beds may not be enough to handle the demand during a COVID-19 outbreak, highlighting the need for higher rates of self-isolation. The study projects that at the outbreak's peak, the need for ICU beds per 10,000 population could be 2.6 times higher than the number of available beds.
Dr. Alexander Alonso has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) for his outstanding contributions to I-O psychology. He is known for using I-O principles to advance human resource management and practice, with hundreds of publications and expertise in competency-based credentialing.
The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) and SHRM announced Walmart and Wendy's as winners of the 2019-2020 Human Resource Management (HRM) Impact Award. The award recognizes organizations with outstanding evidence-based HR management practices, such as Walmart's Retail Associate Assessment (RAA) project and Wend...
Researchers developed a method combining empirical knowledge of fishery stakeholders with scientific understanding to identify ecological cause-effect relationships in pike populations. The collective intelligence of nature users accurately captured complex human-environment relationships, exceeding scientific knowledge in some cases.
Wendy's has been recognized by SIOP and SHRM with the 2019-2020 HRM Impact Award for its evidence-based employee engagement program, Voice of Wendy's. The program uses data-driven analyses to measure and improve employee engagement across 5,000 restaurants.
Researchers found that Machiavellian employees are more likely to prioritize personal goals over teamwork and civility. This environment can lead to disastrous consequences, as seen in Enron and subprime mortgage crises. Employees with bottom-line mentality tend to act in self-interest, even engaging in unethical behaviors.
Researchers at Ohio State University found that sharing career goals with someone perceived as having higher status increases motivation and goal achievement. In contrast, sharing with lower-status individuals has no positive effect. The study suggests that caring about what others think can drive goal commitment and performance.
A new study found that regularised migrants still face issues with work conditions and opportunities, with many trapped between formal and informal labour markets. The research highlights the importance of labour markets in creating spaces for undocumented workers to live and work.
A new study suggests that overly extroverted leaders can come across as pushy or annoying, while a moderate amount of assertiveness and warmth may be more effective. However, prosocial motivation can help highly extroverted leaders receive better marks from their peers.
A new review of disability research identifies key gaps, including unclear definitions of disability and over-reliance on limited existing data. Filling these gaps can support the development of more inclusive workplaces and improve work opportunities for people with disabilities.
Researchers identified a specific brain region linked to reduced appreciation of one's own rewards when a partner receives a reward, providing insight into the emotion of envy. This finding has implications for understanding social behavior and valuation of resources.
Research reveals that past work commitments can still affect employees negatively, hindering their ability to fully commit to new projects and supervisors. The study identifies common reasons for the end of these commitments, including changes in work circumstances and over-commitment.
A recent study published in Springer's journal Sex Roles found that job ads intended to appeal to women can be flawed by stereotypical wording, discouraging them from applying. The researchers recommend using task-directed language to attract high-quality and gender-diverse applicants.
Researchers discovered that humble leaders foster higher levels of creativity in teams when team members value open communication and collaboration. Humble leaders acknowledge their limitations, facilitate information sharing, and broaden the scope of team skills.
Researchers analyzed 26 studies to find teams of friends outperformed groups of acquaintances or strangers on tasks requiring output maximization. Friendship groups coordinated tasks more effectively and were motivated by social interactions.
A new grant will support the development of training, tools, and a cloud-based virtual environment to teach data science at large scales. The project aims to provide computational resources for education, targeting diverse students nationwide.