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…
The age of AI is here to stay, with 77% of companies either using or exploring the use of artificial intelligence in their business. What’s more telling, 83% of companies claim that AI is a top priority in their future…
The annual chaos of open enrollment may be largely behind us, but for HR teams, the work of maximizing employee benefits is just beginning. Now, as leaders pivot to 2026 planning and strategy, they confront a crucial opportunity to drive…
Many hires don't end up liking your company as much as you liked them when you hired them. So they leave. And that early turnover is a problem for HR. What's Up in This Episode: New Employees Experience That's why…
As a manager, you probably think you know your team really well. But it may not be enough. And that could hurt outcomes. Nearly two-thirds of managers are out of touch with their teams and how they behave, the TeamDynamics…
If you’re planning holiday celebrations for your workplace, remember this: Make them inclusive. Many employees look forward to celebrating the holiday season with their colleagues, friends and leaders in some way. But most of your employees come from different backgrounds,…
Feel like work has become stagnant or overwhelming? It's not uncommon -- especially when your workload doesn't align with your goals and motivations. In fact, to fall in love with the work you do, you need to be engaged. To…
Step onto the floor of any organization today and you’ll see a mix of generations working side by side. The Silent Generation brings legacy wisdom, Baby Boomers carry decades of experience, Gen X offers steady leadership, Millennials push for fresh…
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