Employment continues to be a mixed bag across the nation, as recent numbers show payrolls climbed in 31 states in July, while the jobless rate increased in 28. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Labor, states such as New York and Texas boosted payroll figures by nearly 30,000 workers each, Bloomberg reports.…

While employers value college degrees and all the trappings of a good education among permanent and temporary workers, a recent survey revealed that a human resources administration may value emotional intelligence over book smarts when hiring. According to CareerBuilder, 34 percent of surveyed hiring managers reported that they put a greater emphasis on EI when…

The economic downturn has had far-reaching effects, touching nearly every industry and demographic across the country and hampering countless individuals chances of being hired as a permanent or contract worker. However, the Obama administration recently announced plans to aid one important and disproportionately affected share of the population - rural U.S. veterans, who, the White…

While the job market may currently favor employers, that doesn't mean finding the right permanent or contract worker for a position is an easy one. When looking to hire new employees, companies can make a number of mistakes, such as judging a book by its cover - or resume. According to EBN Online contributor Carla…

A human resources administration has a lot of tasks and people it must support, from payrolling services to hiring to employee development. When it comes to training programs and worker services, though, many HR departments forget to target management and executive positions, which are key to building a successful, high-performing business. One of the biggest…

On the heels of improved employment figures for the month of July, the first week of August continued the trend, providing some good news for both permanent and contract workers. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the number of seasonally adjusted unemployment insurance claims for the week ending August 6 was 395,000 - a…

Globalization and the fluctuating economy are changing the way businesses acquire permanent and temporary workers. Companies are encouraging their human resources administration to shift from a competition for talent to internal development strategies. The move away from the "war for talent" to a focus on strengths within was one of the main topics at the…

For businesses looking to expand their operations, outsourcing human resources can be a good way to manage the influx of job applicants that abound in light of high unemployment. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of job openings in June was nearly unchanged from May, at 3.1 million. Overall,…

A human resources administration has a number of tasks on its agenda, from managing payrolling services to hiring practices to employee benefits, such as insurance. Group disability insurance is one benefit that some employers may find cost-prohibitive. However, a recent study from life and long-term care insurance company Unum finds disability coverage can result in…

Unemployment isn't just a burden to the millions of Americans who can't get a job - employers and human resources administration may find it harder to hire skilled permanent or temporary workers in the future as knowledge fades from lack of use. Recent research from ManpowerGroup suggests that as demand for products and services slow,…