The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the global labor market in profound and far-reaching ways. As industries embrace AI to drive efficiency and innovation, the job landscape is experiencing unprecedented disruption. Just last month, the White House shared an analysis suggesting about 10 percent of U.S. workers are in jobs that face […]
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Microaggressions to Avoid in the Workplace
As diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) continues to be a major focus of companies around the world, including and especially in the U.S., the relative recency of its ascension can leave many confused by some of the terminology as well as the issues those terms represent. A great example is the concept of microaggressions, subtle […]
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Case Study: Posts on Personal Social Media May Constitute State Action
On March 15, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Lindke v. Freed that lays out a two-part test for when a public official’s social media activity constitutes state action. According to the Court, a public official’s posts on social media are attributable to the government if the official had the actual authority […]
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Business Leaders Increasingly Report Accounting Talent Shortage
While the recent jobs report showed an increase in the U.S. unemployment rate and lackluster jobs growth, an increasing proportion of employers are expressing concerns over finding sufficient talent. For example, recent data from Personiv found that an eye-opening 83% of senior leaders in the accounting and finance fields report a talent shortage, a jump of […]
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Engaging Employee Retreats
Employee retreats have long been a popular tool for companies looking to boost morale, foster teamwork, and promote a culture of engagement. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, a simple daylong workshop, or even a virtual retreat, these events can offer employees the chance to get out of their daily routine and remember why they love […]
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Ask the Expert: Do Employers Have to Compensation Employees for Days Missed for Jury Duty?
Question: We have an employee who was summoned for jury duty. Do we, as an employer, have to pay them for the days they’re missing work? Answer: Jury duty is an unavoidable but important part of our legal system. It is also time-consuming and will inevitably force people to miss work. Federally, there is no […]
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Faces of HR: How Tracy Williams Cultivates a Culture of Belonging at New Relic
As New Relic‘s Chief People and Diversity Officer, Tracy Williams is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, empowered, and connected. With over two decades of human resources (HR) experience, Williams brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for creating inclusive environments. Before joining New Relic, Williams held leadership roles at […]
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Microsoft Staffing Moves Raise Question of Merger
When companies are looking to quickly ramp up their human capital in a particular competency, one solution is to acquire or merge with an existing player in that field. While this option isn’t feasible for everyone—smaller businesses may not have the resources to purchase another company or even to afford the considerable legal and regulatory […]
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The AI Adoption Dilemma: Industry-Specific Concerns and Solutions
Artificial intelligence has enormous potential to improve efficiency and innovation across industries. Yet for all its transformative potential, AI adoption rates continue to lag. A 2023 survey by McKinsey found that 55% of organizations reported adopting AI in at least one business function. However, a Gallagher report found that only 21% of IT decision-makers are […]
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Know When a New Hire’s Work Is Considered Compensable Under FLSA
Hiring a new employee takes time—for example, time completing paperwork before the start date, as well as time reviewing policies and procedures and completing training. But how much of that time is considered compensable under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)? Orientation and Onboarding The FLSA generally counts a new hire’s time spent in orientation […]
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How to Use Social Media for Targeted Recruitment
Finding the right talent for your company’s open roles can feel like finding a needle in a haystack—especially in today’s difficult, shifting job market. Finding someone with the skillset you’re looking for, who will also be a fit culturally, who also has the expectations of benefits that your company provides, who also is seeking a […]
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Help Employees Soak Up the Sun, While Staying Sober
Alcohol frequently plays a big role in summer festivities, whether its families celebrating the summer holidays, weddings and reunions, or friends gathering for barbecues, outdoor concerts, or long days on the water. Even work-related events can follow the trend, often pairing fun in the sun with coolers of refreshing beverages. Summer’s fine weather, relaxed settings […]
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Take Steps to Ensure WARN Act Compliance in the Age of Remote Work
As remote work arrangements proliferate, it’s crucial for employers to remain compliant with legal obligations, including those outlined in federal and state Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) acts. State WARN acts are sometimes called “mini-WARN” laws. Generally, WARN laws require a covered employer to provide substantial notice (60 days for the federal statute) to […]
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A Candidate’s Market: Leveraging Data and Technology for a better Win-Win Experience
News stories and timelines have been inundated with the latest examples of company layoffs and the looming threat of a recession. However, many would be surprised to hear we’re operating in a candidate’s job market, where job seekers hold considerable power. This is especially true as employers continue to restructure following the Great Reshuffle. According […]
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3 Ways to Bring Human-Centered AI Into Your Workplace
Most companies have embraced AI for their operations, but they’re not tapping into AI’s potential to improve employee collaboration, teamwork, leadership, and overall employee engagement. Businesses are moving quickly to adopt AI. When asked by Deloitte, 91% of corporate leaders said that AI solutions had become integrated throughout their organizations. Yet many companies aren’t making […]
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U.S. Supreme Court to Decide Key Exemption Issue
On June 14, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to decide an important Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) question—namely, whether an employer claiming an exemption from overtime needs to prove it by “clear and convincing” evidence (a very high standard) or by a preponderance of the evidence (a lower, easier standard to meet). The decision is […]
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