How should HR handle politics in the workplace?
When an employee’s political expression interferes with business operations, HR must know how to proceed, writes David Urban, senior...
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Trump’s anti-DEI orders stand for now, but future challenges can’t be ruled out
The White House is emboldened to act “aggressively,” making it important for employers to audit their DEI programs, attorneys...
Good AI systems require good data: What to consider when looking to data in hiring decisions
Ferrari may have a really fast car, but it’s not really that useful without the fuel powering its systems.Recruiting teams are racing to incorporate new AI tools into sourcing, screening, scheduling, and other steps along the TA process. As teams spend more time working alongside AI technology, the data underneath
More small businesses offer employees retirement plans than ever before
More small businesses are getting their employees ready for their golden years.Nearly one-third (30%) of US small businesses (those with between two and 99 employees) offered their employees a retirement plan in 2025, up from 19% in 2019, according to a recent report from payroll platform Gusto. That means 21.1
Legislative lowdown: Trump agencies return to business-friendly standards for gig worker, joint-employer status
Federal labor agencies recently overturned two Biden-era policies concerning gig worker and joint employer status.The decisions could have implications for HR teams at organizations that employ large shares of independent contractors, or those that work for franchisors or staffing firms.DOL moves to rescind 2024 independent contractor rule. On Feb. 26,
How To Create a Strategic Hiring Plan in 2026 [FREE Template]
A well-executed hiring plan can be the difference between a company that reaches its strategic business goals and one...
You Can’t Call It a Salary If It’s Just One Day’s Pay
If your FLSA exemption strategy depends on a minimum one- or two-day guarantee, this decision should get your attention. The Fifth Circuit just rejected that structure under the statute’s salary-basis test. TL;DR: To qualify for the executive, administrative, or professional exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), an employee
No Compromises: Adaptability in Leadership Is Essential for the Modern Workplace
Adaptability has always been a core leadership skill, but in 2026, with industry transformations altering operations on an unprecedented...
Non-linear career paths: How can employers adapt?
Employees are moving away from linear career paths and exploring new ways to work
Are you guilty of ‘AI washing’?
Organisations are facing accusations of making AI the convenient villain in corporate layoffs
10th Circuit: Pest and cleanliness issues — not age bias — caused Chipotle leader’s firing
A former field leader in New Mexico did not sufficiently present pretextual evidence that age factored into the company’s...
Why do workaholics work so much? Company culture, Monster says
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Hire! Don’t misfire! Wealth managers reveal the biggest mistakes when bringing on new employees
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The Growth Strategy Hiding Inside Delegation with Brad Federman
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Worker sues Rivian, claims company fired her for reporting sexual harassment
A troubling chain of alleged HR failures followed the worker’s complaint