This is your HR news flash for March 2020, your briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

Infertility is a widespread and costly problem for millions of families. One in eight couples has trouble getting pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. As a result, many turn to expensive fertility treatments to start a family.

What role should employers play in this growing segment of health care? Here are three considerations when deciding whether to offer fertility benefits.

This is your HR news flash for February 2020, your briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

Here are some tips for asking your organization to invest in your professional development.

This is your latest HR News Flash, your briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

With many baby boomers retiring, maintaining a succession plan for your organization is more critical now than ever before. Peer-to-peer learning is an organic way to pass the torch from one generation to the next, while also facilitating knowledge transfer throughout your organization.

Here are three steps you can take to facilitate peer-to-peer learning.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of February 3, 2020, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

Over the past 25 years, the HR function has evolved significantly. Organizations need HR to manage risk and support the organization in making key strategic decisions.

HR job descriptions need to reflect the HR function’s continually evolving role. Here’s how you can anticipate staying ahead of the curve by modifying HR job descriptions at your organization.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of January 20, 2020, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

The type of work skills needed have changed in the last few decades. Most learned skills are only useful for a few years before technological advancements render them obsolete.

Therefore, upskilling is imperative for continued success for your employees and organization.  However, it can be difficult to balance learning with your daily work. Here are three steps to help you find the right balance.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of January 13, 2020, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

Earning an HR certification offers a pretty big return on investment. In fact, according to PayScale’s 2018 HR certification study, HRCI certification holders tend to receive higher pay and have an increased chance of being promoted. 

Here are a few returns you should look for from the time and effort you invest in earning a certification from HRCI.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of January 6, 2020, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

“Sustainability” is a term that’s on many minds in the business world. There’s ongoing pressure for big business to reduce its environmental impact and concerns regarding whether the free-market system itself is sustainable.

Organizations have the ability to take the initiative to become more ethical and sustainable. Organizations that are B-corporation certified are recognized as sustainable, socially responsible and environmentally conscious.

Here are three advantages that becoming B-corporation certified can offer your organization.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of December 30, 2019, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

Historically, the candidate experience in government hiring has not been up to par with hiring in the private sector. This poor reputation can prevent quality talent from even applying for public-sector positions. 

Here are three ways you can update and improve the candidate experience at your government agency.

This is your HR News Flash for the week of December 23, 2019, your weekly briefing on talent management and the world of work from HR Certification Institute.

When organizations give back, they can make a huge difference. In 2018 alone, corporate charity programs matched employee donations to give more than $2 billion to eligible nonprofits. Additionally, an improved social image can also provide an edge to organizations in the perpetual competition for top talent.

Your employer brand affects far more than just hiring. Candidates and employees are also potential customers, thus making sure they have a positive experience at your organization can go a long way towards improving your organization’s bottom line.

Listen and learn  three ways you can turn your employees into brand champions.