Hiring

Fewer teen summer job opportunities this year

05/19/2025

Researchers at the Challenger, Gray & Christmas outplacement firm predict that about 1 million teens will find summer jobs in June and July, down from 1.3 million last year.

Why every employer should prepare for possible workplace raids

04/28/2025

Workplace raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are on the rise. ICE is looking for undocumented noncitizens who lack valid work permits, as well as employers that aren’t doing their best to hire only work-eligible employees. But even employers that seemingly have their I-9 paperwork in order may find an ICE officer in their lobby.

Hiring: 5 steps to capitalize on today’s sudden talent surge

04/28/2025

When it comes to labor markets, dark clouds often come with silver linings. When some employers are cutting jobs, that often brings a torrent of applications to other organizations eager to hire highly qualified candidates. That’s happening now as the federal workforce shrinks and companies in the tech, finance and retail sectors shed jobs in anticipation of an economic slowdown.

Friday wrap: Time’s running out for tax procrastinators, new Form I-9, disaster tax relief and more

04/11/2025

Tax deadlines, new I-9 form, IRS’ Priority Guidance Plan and more in our last pre-Tax Day wrap.

How to prepare for potential ICE worksite enforcement

03/17/2025

In some cases, it is reasonable to expect ICE agents will conduct workplace raids to identify and detain workers who lack authorization to work in the United States. Here’s how to prepare for a possible immigration enforcement blitz.

When talent exceeds requirements: The qualification dilemma

03/05/2025

Résumés landing on your desk tell stories of ambition, expertise and potential—but what happens when those stories don’t align with your job description? Whether candidates bring substantially more experience than required or lack certain prerequisites, these qualification mismatches present ethical challenges and strategic opportunities.

Follow-up on immigration enforcement

02/27/2025

We’ve already covered the new administration’s immigration enforcement priorities. But there’s more to consider.

Strengthen your screening process: New data shows rising résumé deception

02/24/2025

A new ResumeBuilder study of 2,000 Americans reveals that 44% of job candidates admit to dishonesty during the hiring process. With 36% of dishonest candidates successfully landing positions and only 12% facing consequences, HR professionals need effective strategies to protect their organizations.

New Jersey marijuana laws prohibit applicant lawsuits

02/12/2025

In 2022, New Jersey voters approved an amendment to the state constitution that decriminalized the use and possession of marijuana. The law also barred discrimination based on marijuana usage but stated that employers were entitled to maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace.

How small companies can win the talent war

02/05/2025

The talent landscape for small and mid-sized companies presents a nuanced challenge. While resource-rich corporations may seem to hold all the cards in recruiting top talent, smaller organizations possess unique strategic advantages that can transform recruitment from a perceived weakness into a distinctive strength.