Paid Sick Leave Falls Short for Uninsured Workers
Earned sick leave, defined as short-term, paid time off granted to employees who are ill, injured, or responsible for caring for a sick or injured…
Human Resources
Empowered Women on Corporate Boards Foster Safer Work Environments
The role of a board director has long been considered one of the most prestigious and influential positions in corporate America. Yet, it has also…
Worker Productivity Indicates Preference for Wage Fairness over Wage Uniformity
In a detailed examination involving almost 20,000 employees across public universities, researchers have illuminated a crucial aspect of worker psychology many employers overlook. Rather than…
Most UK Gig Economy Workers Face Anxiety Over Ratings and Pay, Study Reveals
A recent survey led by the University of Cambridge has revealed that around two-thirds of UK-based gig economy riders and drivers – those working for…
Early Exposure to Complex Work Linked to Greater Career Success
Early experiences in the workplace are crucial in shaping how employees adjust to their new organisational environments, particularly in terms of socialisation. While a substantial…
Between Diffusion and Bottlenecks: Modelling the French Labour Market through Statistical Physics
How long have you been doing your current job? Have you ever wondered whether it might be time for a change—perhaps even a bold leap…
Brains on the Move: How Skilled Migrants are Shaping the Future of the Global Economy
As the immigration debate intensifies across the United States, a new academic study from the University of California’s School of Global Policy and Strategy critically…
Seeking Purpose in Work? The Journey May Be Tougher Than You Think
A decade-long study of snowsport instructors has offered fresh insights into what it means to pursue a career driven by passion rather than profit. As…
Layered Job Skill Hierarchies Highlight the Value of Foundational Education
Mastery begins with a firm grounding in foundational competencies in many professional fields. Whether it is a computer programmer requiring a robust grasp of basic…
Understanding Psychological Contract Theory in App-Based and Gig Work Contexts
Psychological contracts refer to the implicit beliefs and informal expectations that underpin the relationship between workers and their employers. Traditionally understood as personal and relational,…
Viral Resignations? Recent Study by USF Associates Staff Departures with Colleague Influence
A recent collaborative study by the University of South Florida and the University of Cincinnati reveals how workplace cohorts substantially influence newcomer retention, providing essential…
VCU Research Identifies Two Key Strategies to Narrow Employment Disparities for Autistic Job Seekers
Autistic individuals frequently encounter significant challenges during job searches, particularly when it comes to interviews. Recent research from Virginia Commonwealth University highlights the enduring benefits…