They're walking dead in your workplace and draining the life out of people and productivity: Zombie Projects. The problem probably runs deeper than you imagined. And you'll want to stop it. Nearly 45% of employees say they came into 2026…
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Authenticity in leadership is no longer just a buzzword: It's a necessity. With the rise of social media, transparent corporate cultures, and the increasing demand for genuine connections, leaders are expected to bring their true selves to the forefront of their…
Conflict management has taken on new dimensions as technology reshapes how we communicate and interact. Conflicts, once face-to-face, now often unfold over emails, video calls and instant messaging platforms. This shift requires a new approach to conflict management, emphasizing digital…
Feel like you're spending more time in stupid meetings again? Turns out, you are. The average person is sitting in twice as many meetings per year as they used to, and the average organization is running six times as many…
As global hiring expands, Employer of Record software has become an essential solution for HR teams seeking to manage international talent and remain compliant with local laws. Often called an EOR, this model lets a third-party provider act as the…
Whether you love or hate the Academy Awards ceremonies, you have a reason to pay attention this year. That's because 2026 is the first year someone in HR will win an Oscar for their job, putting people in the right…
As mental health was brought to the forefront during the pandemic, loneliness emerged more - and organizations still want to take steps to reduce loneliness. Before the dramatic shift toward remote and hybrid work, research by Cigna found that loneliness…
The traditional 40-hour work week is a legacy system facing a modern stress test. For decades, this structure has been the bedrock of organizational design, and for many HR leaders, it remains a non-negotiable reality of their operating environment. However,…
Here's one thing that can never come too soon for employees in the workplace: recognition. In fact, employees who aren't recognized at work pretty much aren't engaged at work. Specifically, they show about a 40-point drop in engagement scores compared…
Every shift change begins in Operations – until it shows up as a payroll correction or a wage claim on HR’s desk. That’s the breaking point where spreadsheets and basic HRIS tools can’t keep pace with complex schedules, changing rates…
As a manager, it can be difficult to mold competing personalities into a cohesive team -- especially if your team is riddled with some employee egos. Unfortunately, in today's workplace, many people can't leave their egos at the door (or…
AI has delivered a myriad of solutions to the workplace. And a handful of risks. The newest: The "entry-level squeeze." Many organizations have cut back on early career positions, relying on artificial intelligence to fulfill the duties or take over…
Employee Appreciation Day is March 6th this year, and it’s one of the best opportunities to convey value, support and recognition to the people who fuel your business’s success. Now is the perfect time to plan a unique, fun and…
Equal Pay Day on March 26 carries new weight for employers this year. It’s a day to bring awareness and legitimacy to the ongoing issue of pay inequity and the gender wage gap in the U.S., and a moment for…
You need to say No, but you hate doing it. After all, your boss might think you're lazy. Or your colleague might think you're unhelpful. Your employee will resent you. Or the client will believe you don't care. Your friend…
HR data – including CVs and payroll info – appeared in four out of five cyber breaches, a recent study found. That's a wake-up call: The very systems designed to manage employee data can also expose it. Cybersecurity incidents involving…
