Since the official end of the COVID-19 pandemic in May 2023, the work landscape has seen a surge in return-to-office regulations across different industries — to the disgust of many employees who are reluctant to return to the way things were before. Amazon’s big RTO announcement last September sparked outrage on social media and a wave of “rage apply.” According to a poll conducted by the anonymous job review site Blind, 73% of Amazon staff are considering looking for another job because of the in-office work policy. Amid the intense debate, one aspect that even some ardent champions of remote…
Author: Gabriela Quintela
In recent years, intersectionality has become somewhat of a buzzword in conversations about diversity and inclusion. However, its frequent use often comes along with misunderstandings or oversimplifications. Let’s start with what most people agree on: in our society, various characteristics such as ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, ability, immigration status, and economic background shape different experiences of privilege or disadvantage. These characteristics intersect, with some combinations contributing to opening doors and others creating barriers. American activist and professor Kimberlé Crenshaw coined the term intersectionality to refer to how these overlapping identities interact to create unique forms of discrimination or privilege. Even…
The new rules bring new responsibilities for employers, as the burden of proof in pay discrimination cases now falls upon the company.
Have you been struggling to create a job advertisement that attracts top developer talent? You’re not alone. Crafting a standout job post can feel challenging, but with the right approach, it’s a skill you can master. Follow these nine straightforward steps to create a compelling job ad that resonates with the right candidates. 1. Start with a clear and specific job title As a rule of thumb, you should approach crafting your job description the same way you would craft your resume: placing the crucial information upfront. Keep in mind that you are competing with hundreds of other job ads,…
Couldn’t it be that Gen Z is simply a misunderstood generation? We spoke with a global HR specialist to discover ways to unleash their potential.
We’re all taught that “customers come first,” but where do employees come in this equation? Sir Richard Branson, co-founder of the Virgin Group, once shared an interesting perspective on that old saying. He said, “Clients do not come first; employees come first. If you take care of your employees, they will take care of the clients.” This idea resonates strongly in the tech industry, where great hires can elevate a company’s products and services, ultimately providing greater value to customers. So, just like businesses strive to nurture and delight potential customers throughout the sales cycle, it is equally important to…