What do HR managers think about AI use in a job search? | Employees' fear of rejection could halt business growth | Remote work drives longer holiday trips
Job seekers are increasingly using AI tools to enhance resumes and cover letters amid a challenging job market, according to Zety's HR and AI Recruitment Report. The report shows that 66% of HR managers support the use of AI for creating application materials, but 42% view its use as unethical and 71% are concerned about AI skewing skills assessment results. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (11/13)
Recruiting & Retention
Employees' fear of rejection could halt business growth Employees often resist business development due to discomfort and fear of rejection, citing their lack of sales experience, writes Robin Camarote, leadership development trainer. Reframing the sales process from selling to client problem-solving helps employees feel more comfortable and motivated to participate in growth activities for sustainable business health. Full Story: Inc. (tiered subscription model) (11/17)
Sitting may raise heart risk even with regular exercise A study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that sitting for more than 10.6 hours daily significantly increases the risk of heart failure and heart-related death. The research, involving data from nearly 90,000 participants in the UK Biobank project, showed a rise in cardiovascular issues beyond that threshold, even among those who engaged in 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity a week. Full Story: HealthDay News (11/17)
A survey by Ovia Health shows that 94% of workers consider family benefits important, with nearly 75% willing to switch jobs for better offerings. Key trends include a high demand for paid leave, especially among Generation Z, rising expectations for reproductive health care benefits, increased support for menopause, and a push for transparency in work-family benefits. Full Story: Forbes (tiered subscription model) (11/17)
To effectively engage introverted employees, organizations should revise their assessment methods to accommodate diverse working styles, writes executive coach Joel Garfinkle. Encouraging inclusive conversations and providing alternative communication channels can help introverts share their insights, which ensures that their valuable contributions are recognized and acted on, Garfinkle recommends. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (11/18)
Push-button phones were installed in favor of rotary-dial phones starting in 1963. What company first introduced them to its customers in Pennsylvania?
I’ve heard it said that sitting is the new smoking and today’s Health & Wellness story seems to back that premise. According to a new study published this month in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, excessive sitting and lying down can lead to severe heart issues, even for people who exercise regularly. “Our findings support cutting back on sedentary time to reduce cardiovascular risk, with 10.6 hours a day marking a potentially key threshold tied to higher heart failure and cardiovascular mortality,” said Dr. Shaan Khurshid, a cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and co-researcher on the report. This was an eye-opener. I knew sedentary behavior was bad for weight loss, but I didn’t realize the impact it could have on cardiovascular health. This is a problem for many of us who are chained to desks most of the day. So I'm going on the offensive. I'm going to do what Brown University’s Dr. Charles Eaton recommends, which is replace 30 minutes of sitting time with some type of physical movement. It’s gorgeous today. I think I’ll slide into my new Skechers with memory foam soles and soak up some sunshine. What about you? What activity can you do for 30 minutes to cut the amount of sedentary time in your day? Let me know! Do you enjoy this brief? Share it with others. Want different stories? Something about it bug you? Tell me. In the words of Frasier Crane, “I’m listening.”
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