Workers in the U.S. are running in place — feeling stuck in jobs with dimmed prospects of advancement and seeing fewer opportunities to jump ship for something better. Why it matters: It’s a sharp contrast to the heady days of 2022 — when employees were quitting their jobs at record high rates, open roles proliferated and the possibility of a higher paycheck always seemed just around the corner. The big picture: Employers are sitting tight, says…
Archives for November 21, 2024
EEOC lawsuits are down in 2024: Here’s what this means for employers
EEOC lawsuits decreased by 24% compared to the previous year, marking one of the lowest numbers of suits filed in nearly three decades.
Alarming new findings on workplace success for women
A new study about Texas women in the workforce is raising red flags. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
‘Employers aren’t responsible for my retirement,’ say most (75%) employees
As more U.S. households gain confidence in investing, they’re becoming more self-reliant in making financial decisions, according to new research from Hearts & Wallets.
Wakeup Call for HR: Employees Trust AI More Than They Trust You
Surprisingly, over half of employees surveyed trust AI more than they trust HR. A bullish message for AI and a wakeup call for management.
Don’t Fall For These 4 Managerial Time Wasters
While having routine meetings, maintaining a schedule of one-on-one conversations, and staying on top of email are indeed important, it’s the details that matter.
The War on Remote Work
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk, is introducing new initiatives targeting remote work. And companies are doing the same.
4 Ways To Enhance Self-Awareness And Empathy At Work
Success isn’t just about skills—self-awareness and empathy drive collaboration and growth. Build a stronger workplace culture with these essential traits!
Are Return-To-Office Mandates About Efficiency Or Cutting Costs?
The Department of Government Efficiency headed by Elon Musk, is introducing new initiatives targeting remote work. And companies are doing the same.
When Expressing Gratitude to Employees, Timing Matters
Extensive research has indicated the benefits of showing gratitude to those around you, including your colleagues or employees. However, a new study suggests that the timing of these expressions can make a big difference. Through two experiments and an analysis of a top hospital’s intensive care units, researchers found that when you express gratitude to others before they engage in a distressing task it helps counteract some of the negative emotions associated with the task. Expressing gratitude early also makes employees more likely to persist through difficulty and bounce back and be resilient following failure. The authors suggests ways to show gratitude meaningfully and create a culture where your employees feel their work is seen, supported, and valued.
I worked with Steve Jobs. Here’s what he’d say about today’s leadership style
Many of today’s leaders seem to have embraced the more dangerous traits of Steve Jobs without balancing them with his better qualities.
Christopher Anderson Co-Authors “Cross-Border Remote Work: Growth Area to Continue Watching”
Christopher Anderson co-authors “Cross-Border Remote Work: Growth Area to Continue Watching,” published by L&E Global. Subscription may be required to view article
Connie L. Chen and Eric J. Gitig Named 2024 Legal Visionaries by Los Angeles Times
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 20, 2024) Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Los Angeles Principals Connie L. Chen and Eric J.
Gina K. Janeiro Inducted into College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (November 20, 2024) Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Gina K. Janeiro has been inducted as a 2024 Fellow to The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers (CLEL).
OFCCP Issues First FY 2025 CSAL, Targeting 2,000 Establishments of Supply and Service Federal Contractors and Subcontractors for Audits
On November 15, 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) published its Corporate Scheduling Announcement List (CSAL), identifying 2,000 establishments of federal supply and service contractors and subcontractors for compliance reviews. The list includes sixty (60) Corporate Management Compliance Evaluation (CMCE or “headquarters”) reviews, forty-eight (48) Functional Affirmative