Abandonment Rates
Abandonment rates refer to the percentage of people who do not complete a desired action, such as making a purchase or filling out a form.
Abilene Paradox
The Abilene Paradox is the phenomenon of a group making a decision that is counter to the individual preferences of its members.
Absconding
Absconding is the act of leaving a job or place of work without permission or notice. It can disrupt operations and lead to disciplinary action by the employer.
Absence
Absence refers to the state or fact of being away from a place or not present at a particular time.
Absenteeism
Absenteeism is the habit or practice of frequently being absent from work or duty, without good reason.
Absenteeism Policy
An absenteeism policy is a set of rules and guidelines that outline the acceptable levels of absenteeism in a workplace.
Absolute Rating
Absolute ratings are used to assess the creditworthiness of a borrower at a specific point in time based on a detailed analysis of their financial history.
Accessibility
Accessibility is the practice of designing products, devices, services, or environments to be usable by people with disabilities and to enable their full participation in all aspects of life.
Accommodation Network (JAN)
JAN is a free service that offers information on workplace accommodations for people with disabilities, under ADA laws.
Accountability
Accountability refers to the obligation to account for one’s actions and accept responsibility for their consequences.
Acqui Hiring
Acqui-hiring, also known as talent acquisition, is a type of corporate strategy in which a company acquires another company primarily for the purpose of hiring its employees.
Adaptive Device
An adaptive device is a piece of equipment or technology designed to help people with disabilities perform tasks that may otherwise be difficult or impossible.
Administrative Services Only (ASO)
Administrative Services Only (ASO) refers to a type of insurance arrangement in which an insurer provides administrative services to a self-insured group, but does not assume any risk for claims.
Adverse Impact
Adverse impact refers to a negative or disproportionate effect on a particular group of people, such as a minority group or women.
Affective Events Theory (AET)
Affective Events Theory (AET) is a theory that explains how emotions and moods influence work behavior and decision-making.
Affirmative Action
Affirmative action refers to policies and initiatives that aim to correct for past discrimination and promote diversity and inclusion, often in education and employment.
After-acquired evidence
After-acquired evidence is new evidence that is discovered after a legal decision has been made, which may affect the outcome of the case.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against employees who are 40 years of age or older.
Ageism
Ageism is prejudice or discrimination against a particular age group, typically older people. It can take many forms, including stereotypes and discriminatory practices.
Agent (Insurance)
An insurance agent is a person who represents an insurance company and sells insurance policies to clients. They may work for a single company or represent multiple companies.
Agile HR
Agile HR is a modern approach to managing HR functions, emphasizing flexibility, speed, and collaboration.
Agile Organizations
An Agile organization is one that values flexibility and adaptability in its processes and decision-making.
Algorithmic Accountability
Algorithmic accountability refers to the idea that organizations should be held accountable for the algorithms and automated decision-making systems that they use.
Algorithmic Transparency
Algorithmic transparency refers to the idea that organizations should be transparent about the algorithms and automated decision-making systems that they use.
Allostatic load
Allostatic load is a measure of the physiological wear and tear on the body that occurs as a result of chronic exposure to stress.
Ally
An ally is a person who actively supports and stands up for the rights and interests of a group other than their own.
Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to a variety of methods for resolving disputes outside of the traditional judicial system, such as arbitration, mediation, and negotiation.
Ambivert
Ambiverts are people who exhibit characteristics of both introverts and extroverts. They are somewhere in between the two and have a balance of introverted and extroverted qualities.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment and transportation.
Annual Leave
Annual leave is typically accrued over time, meaning that an employee earns a certain amount each year based on the number of hours worked or the length of employment.









