Sanders' campaign staff want to end harassment | Walmart hired 1,400 new drivers in 2018, overcoming shortage | 5 ways to create more engaging worker experiences
Some people who worked on Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign want to speak to Sanders about the sexual violence and harassment that occurred during the campaign, according to a letter sent Dec. 30. Sanders' campaign committee responded that harassment was intolerable and pointed to new policies implemented for Sanders' 2018 re-election campaign, Alex Thompson writes. Politico (12/30)
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Recruiting & Retention
Walmart hired 1,400 new drivers in 2018, overcoming shortage Though the truck driver shortage remains a problem for many companies, Walmart managed to hire about 1,400 new drivers for its private fleet in 2018. To do this, it offered $1,500 referral bonuses, turned to social media to find younger drivers and altered its hiring-event formula. Yahoo (12/28)
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Most employees think more hours is key to promotion, study finds Nearly 80% of employees think working more hours is the key to getting promoted, according to a recent report from Bridge by Instructure. This line of thinking can lead to increased instances of employee burnout, explains Matt Bingham of Bridge by Instructure, so a more efficient way to approach pursuing a promotion is actually discussing goals with management to create the steps necessary to achieve a promotion. The Motley Fool (12/29)
The HR Leader
How comprehensive wellness programs can boost performance Companies that take concrete steps to promote work-life balance and mental health make their employees feel valued, which translates to better performance. Leaders can empower their employees by raising awareness about mental health concerns, providing support through training and creating a culture of acceptance. Thin Difference (12/27)
