Half of women who work in science, technology, engineering and math say they have experienced discrimination, including being paid less than men and being treated as if they are inept, according to a Pew Research Center study. Women who face the most discrimination include those with postgraduate degrees and those working in male-majority settings, the study finds. eCampus News (free registration) (2/20)
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Recruiting & Retention
How public agencies can recruit and retain talent Nearly two-thirds of public sector leaders reported challenges in attracting and retaining skilled workers in a 2015 survey by Accenture. Agency leaders can turn this around by building productive relationships with team members, implementing an autonomous culture and giving employees opportunities to develop skill sets. Government Executive (2/16)
How Wellbeing Shapes Workplace Cultures This new paper, conducted by the O.C Tanner Institute, highlights findings from a recent study, including the current state of employee wellbeing, the impact of wellbeing on culture, and the symbiotic relationship between wellbeing and recognition. Download now.
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Strategies for Success from TrainingMag.com
3 strategies to avoid miscommunication Proper communication is everything in the workplace and in life, writes Robert Chen, executive coach at Exec|Comm. Chen offers three strategies to improve leaders' communication skills, including adjusting body language to match verbal messaging and not losing the main point when speaking. Training magazine (2/19)
Benefits & Compensation
Milwaukee companies hold in-house wellness events Milwaukee-area employers are bringing in companies that provide on-site nutrition, fitness and other wellness programs for employees. The wellness team at Bader Rutter & Associates organizes and promotes events, such as boot camp workout classes and a free massage day, based on survey results that showed employees value nutrition, fitness, mental health, financial health and helping others. BizTimes Milwaukee (2/19)
The HR Leader
CHROs have strategic value, CEOs say Companies need HR executives to not only manage HR and establish a workplace culture but also support the employee experience and help CEOs with the strategic approach, CEOs say. "Data is a critical skill for every executive who has a seat at the table, and this is just as true for CHROs as it is for" chief financial officers or chief marketing officers, says Matt Straz, CEO of Namely. CIO (2/16)
