In a time of great change, HR leaders must keep a sharp eye out for ways to bring stability to their workforce and add value at low cost. Firms with large hourly and low-to-moderate-income (LMI) workforces have an opportunity to…
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We've all been there - that moment when emotions take over and we react without thinking. This experience -- known as "emotional hijack" -- can have significant consequences in the workplace if not managed properly. Understanding what drives these moments…
For the past four years, we’ve been analyzing key industry sectors and seeing a clear divide emerge: The majority of organizations struggle to keep pace, but the top 5-10% consistently pull ahead. They set the standard for everyone else. They're…
Feel overwhelmed, maybe even burned out? Then it's probably kind of late in the game to really get a handle on your work stress. That's the peculiar thing about stress. We usually don't know we're knee-deep in it until it's…
Employers are about to get more visibility and control over how pharmacy benefits are managed. The new California PBM law, Senate Bill 41, requires full rebate pass-through, prohibits spread pricing and imposes fiduciary duties for pharmacy benefit managers. Although SB…
A harassment complaint lands on your desk, and your HR instinct goes straight to one question: Has this employee completed the required training? You expect to pull that answer in a few clicks. Instead, you’re digging through a shared drive…
With the number of holiday party mistakes that could happen, it's a wonder companies host events. At the same time, many of us love a good party - and the possibility of witnessing what could go wrong! And if there…
As 2025 winds down, HR teams face a familiar challenge: preventable end-of-year cleanup that slows payroll and benefits administration. Address fixes for W‑2s, last‑minute benefits questions, and missing confirmations can quickly snowball into payroll delays and January frustration. The fastest…
Ah, annual performance reviews – perhaps the most dreaded meeting by both employee and boss. Even worse: Researchers say they aren’t only dreaded and ineffective, they’re potentially harmful to the people and the company if the feedback isn't meaningful. Performance…
Choosing a learning management system (LMS) should cut admin time and give HR training records they can stand behind – not add another system to babysit. The majority of HR pros say employee development is a top priority, but just…
You may have heard it said that it takes 21 days of repetition to solidify a new habit. That seems like a short period, making the formation of new habits appear easy and attainable. But is this true? The answer…
A team that succeeds is more than just a group of skilled individuals; it is a cohesive unit that collaborates effectively, adapts to challenges, and consistently delivers outstanding results. Understand the Elements of a High-Performing Team Whether leading a small…
Every year, as the 1st of January approaches, I find myself thinking about the new year of infinite possibilities and how I will balance it all. I look at my calendar already taking shape with speaking and writing engagements and…
Picture this: Payroll cutoff is a few hours away, and a manager submits a last-minute change. The pay and title information in payroll doesn’t match the job and eligibility details HR has on file. HR is stuck reconciling numbers across…
Age. Health. Politics. Money. We don't talk about them in the workplace -- or at least, we aren't supposed to talk about them in the workplace. But what if we hit them straight on? What if we talk about the…
Gone are the days of the crazy office Christmas party. Now are the days for hybrid office celebrations. Everything about how we work has changed, so it's only natural that end-of-year parties change - from the name and reasons we…
