Despite “chatter” around RTOs, the average amount of time employees spend working from home hasn’t dramatically declined.
Five-day RTO mandates haven’t stopped employees from working remotely
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Why cost and career concerns keep some parents from taking paid family leave
More than two-thirds of parents who were eligible to take paid family leave, but didn’t take it, cited worries about “job losses” or “career setbacks.”
Trump labor appointees paint unclear picture for future
The US Senate on Monday confirmed former Rep. Chavez-DeRemer as labor secretary.
January JOLTS data beat expectations, but uncertainties blur employers’ hiring outlook
“What we’re seeing in the markets now, that’s contributing to what is going to be a very cautious, wait and watch approach that employers are going to continue to take.”
HR needs to be more proactive when it comes to employee mental health, expert says
“How do we make sure that we’re able to find things when an employee is first challenged, versus waiting until they’re really at that breaking point?” author Stephen Sokoler tells HR Brew.
Legislative lowdown: Minnesota, Maryland may delay paid family leave
Paid leave programs enacted in two different states may be delayed due to efforts by lawmakers and government officials.
This recruiting leader has recommended top candidates turn down roles
“We’re not selling space here. This is somebody’s life and well-being.”
Paul Lieberstein reflects on the beloved role of Toby Flenderson, 20 years after ‘The Office’ premiered
The writer, showrunner, and actor told HR Brew that he feels ‘a kinship’ with HR leaders.
New research identifies tangible impacts of AI on HR
“We’re in this more pragmatic phase now. Where do we spend our money to get the biggest bang for the buck, because we already know this stuff’s gonna work?”
What the heck is an AI agent and how will it impact HR?
Agents mark an ability shift from AI assistance to AI autonomy right inside the workflow.
Abortion bans are changing career calculations for workers who want kids
A recent survey finds reproductive health access is top-of-mind for US adults, and this has implications for HR leaders.
What HR needs to know about the ‘task masking’ trend
Plus, how to prevent your workforce from doing it.
Job gains in February were strong, but ‘stormy clouds’ are on the horizon, experts say
Employers added 151,000 jobs in February, but the federal workforce cuts and tariffs could rain on growth.
World of HR: Canada will support businesses if tariffs take effect, employment minister promises
Employers in Canada and the US are on edge as they grapple with uncertainty.
RTO mandates are not leading to more collaboration, connectivity, or innovation
“We can’t just bring people back to the office, and changing nothing else, assume that all of a sudden we get collaboration, or all of a sudden we get connectivity,” a McKinsey partner tells HR Brew.
Cameo puts its money where its office is with new RTO policy
The video messaging platform is betting workers will comply with a four-day-a-week RTO policy, thanks to a raise.