When Raghav “Rags” Gupta talks about the future of work, he doesn’t speak in hypotheticals; he speaks from the front lines of innovation. As the former President and now Advisor at Butlr, a pioneer in wireless occupancy sensing technology, Gupta is shaping how we understand space, behavior, and productivity in a post-pandemic world. He shared […]
For decades, paid time off has been treated as a static benefit, either used or lost, tracked in spreadsheets, and often misunderstood by the people it’s meant to support. But in today’s workforce, where flexibility, inclusion, and personalized benefits are top priorities, HR leaders are beginning to ask a critical question: What if unused PTO […]
AI-powered recruiting chatbots are gaining traction for good reason. They reduce manual effort, streamline candidate communication, and offer always-on responsiveness. However, behind efficiency lies a less visible set of concerns: legal and regulatory compliance. As more organizations automate candidate engagement, it’s critical to understand how these tools intersect with laws such as the Fair Credit […]
Hiring has been centered on resumes, cover letters, and gut instincts for decades. But for Josh Millet, co-founder and CEO of Criteria, this approach no longer cuts it. “Resumes and unstructured interviews,” Josh explains, “are the two main culprits” behind ineffective hiring practices. His company, Criteria, exists to change that. He shares his insights in […]
At a time when burnout, quiet quitting, and fierce competition for talent are reshaping the workforce, Sarah Adler, PsyD, founder and CEO of Wave, is pioneering a bold new approach to mental health. With a background in clinical psychology and a professorship at Stanford, Adler is not just an innovator in behavioral healthcare, she’s a […]
The rise of the gig economy has transformed how organizations source, onboard, and manage talent. With a workforce composed of independent contractors, freelancers, part-time workers, and short-term hires, traditional employment frameworks are increasingly challenged, especially regarding compliance with background screening laws like the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines. […]
Evidence-based hiring is based on the “evidence” compiled from extensive research in organizational psychology, which is then paired with internal company data to determine which factors are more likely to predict job performance than others. Learn how to create your own evidence-based recruiting program.
In today’s job market, candidate experience is no longer a “nice-to-have.” It’s a competitive differentiator. And according to staffing industry veteran Ryan Cleaveland, the most effective employers understand this from the first touchpoint. “The experience starts the moment you engage with a candidate,” Cleaveland said on the America Back to Work podcast. “That first email, […]
Drug testing has long been a fixture in workplace safety and risk management programs. However, the rising tide of marijuana legalization across U.S. states has left many employers reevaluating policies and procedures that once seemed straightforward. For HR leaders and talent managers, the challenge is twofold: protect the workplace while honoring the evolving legal rights […]
Tune into this week’s episode of America Back to Work to learn more about how you can transform your employees into cybersecurity guardians.
