Words count. Layoffs, reductions in force, furloughs — it’s critical that you call workforce reductions by their correct names to avoid headaches down the road. More…

A nationwide survey shows most employees are pessimistic about getting raises and other perks — meaning if your company is giving increases, it’s something to trumpet. More…

One way to lessen the impact of a down economy on your employees: Use “workshare” programs instead of layoffs or furloughs. And you may even be eligible for state help in implementing the program. More…

We asked 267 HR managers what they or their companies have been doing to respond to the recession. Here’s what they said. More…

Near the top of the list of uncomfortable workplace situations is when a friend gets laid off. Specialists in worker psychology have suggestions about what to say after a layoff — and warnings about what to avoid. More…

There are right ways and wrong ways to preside over a layoff. The right ways can get everyone through it with as little pain as possible. The wrong ways can get you sued. More…

If you’ve never heard of the Trade Adjustment Assistance program, don’t worry. Most other people haven’t, either. And most people don’t know it’s a lifeline for some laid-off workers — and Congress just expanded the program. More…

Our team of experts fields real-life everyday questions from HR managers and gives practical answers that can be applied by any HR pro in the same situation. Today’s question: What are the rules on laying off an employee who’s on FMLA leave? More…

A survey of HR managers on their staffing plans for the upcoming quarter reveals that, indeed, the job market is in the doldrums — but not in the tank. More…

Everyone gossips, so to try to set up your workplace as a “no-gossip zone” is largely a waste of time. You can draw a line, however, on what’s OK and what’s not. More…