Thank you for your interest in writing for HRMorning.com. We are delighted to consider articles from HR experts who provide our audience with the high-level insight and practical tools they need to excel.
Our Mission & Audience
HRMorning empowers HR managers and executives to address daily challenges and develop long-term strategies. Our audience consists of senior HR, benefits, and people leaders looking for practical help they can use this quarter.
Editorial Standards & Tone
Our audience is made up of HR executives and managers. We get more than 70,000 visits a month. They’re looking for the latest HR news, insight, ideas, how-tos, etc., to help them become better at their jobs.
EDITORIAL STANDARDS
We prioritize submissions from real HR experts with credible credentials. We are looking for human insight that a generalist (or AI) cannot replicate.
- Peer-to-Peer Tone: Speak to readers as equals. Be professional, direct, and personable. Help, don’t lecture.
- A Clear Point of View: Your article should have a specific stance that can be stated in one sentence.
- Plain English: Use short sentences, strong verbs, and a “fast-read” style. Avoid buzzwords and filler.
- Actionable & Concrete: Use real-life examples and case studies. Every section should answer a question an HR leader would actually ask at work.
- Original, Unique Perspective: The submission should offer a unique angle that hasn’t already been covered on HRMorning.com.
AI Usage & Authenticity Policy
We value the unique expertise of our contributors. To maintain the integrity of our content:
- The 40% Rule: If you use AI to assist in writing, it must not constitute more than 40% of the total contribution. The core insights, strategy, and “voice” must remain yours.
- Mandatory Fact-Checking: You are responsible for the accuracy of all content. AI-assisted portions must be thoroughly fact-checked to prevent hallucinations or outdated information.
- Accountability: AI cannot be listed as a co-author. The human contributor remains fully accountable for the integrity of the work.
What We Will Decline
- Generic AI Overviews: Articles with no clear human voice or those that repeat basic definitions without moving to action.
- Unbacked Claims: Assertions not supported by examples, evidence, or data.
- Product Pitches: Articles that prioritize selling a product over providing value to readers. Save promotional info for your bio.
Article Structure & Formatting
- Length: Target 700 to 1,200 words. We value the quality and depth of the post over the specific word count.
- Intro: Begin with a concise opening that explains the specific issue and why it is urgent or relevant for HR leaders at this time.
- Body: Organize your article into 2 to 4 main sections using clear, descriptive headings to guide the reader.
- Conclusion: Wrap up with a summary, specific takeaways, or a short, actionable checklist.
- Data: Incorporate recent data from credible sources. Always name the source within the text and provide a direct link to the data.
- Visuals: We highly encourage the use of charts, graphs, and data visualizations to add clarity and value to your insights.
Submission Process
- The Proposal: Before writing, email a short proposal or outline to contribute@hrmorning.com.
- The Final Draft: Once approved, submit in Word (.doc) format. Include a short bio (2-3 sentences), a photo, and social links (LinkedIn or blog).
- The Fine Print: Content must be original. If you wish to cross-post to your site, wait two weeks after it appears on HRMorning. We reserve the right to edit for clarity and length.
Contributor Checklist
Before you hit send, use this to ensure your piece is ready for review:
[ ] Expertise: Does this reflect my real-world HR experience?
[ ] AI Balance: Is at least 60% of this content my own original writing?
[ ] Fact-Check: Have I verified every statistic, date, and claim?
[ ] Tone: Is it conversational and peer-to-peer? (No HR-speak or filler?)
[ ] Action: Does every section answer a question an HR leader would ask?
[ ] Bio: Did I include my 3-sentence bio and photo?
