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Archives for April 13, 2025
7 Most Important Skills To Stand Out And Get Hired
Want to stand out and get hired? Learn the 7 most important skills to get hired today—based on what employers say they’re struggling to find in candidates.
Most Company Values Are Just Expensive Wallpaper: How CEOs Can Make Them Measurable
Company values have a performance problem. The glossy statements hanging in your lobby might look impressive, but they’re failing to drive results.
Kansas Law Mandates Reformation and Strengthens Non-Solicitation Covenants
Kansas Law Mandates Reformation and Strengthens Non-Solicitation Covenants
On April 9, 2025, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed into law Senate Bill No. 241, which amends Section 50-163 of the Kansas Restraint of Trade Act (the “Act”)1 to clarify what types of business contracts, agreements and arrangements are not intended to
Policy Week in Review – April 11, 2025
Policy Week in Review – April 11, 2025
Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Decision Allowing Reinstatement of NLRB Member Wilcox
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Trump administration’s new EEOC guidance signals support for religious Americans
The Trump administration has released new guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, advising Americans to be on the lookout for workplace discrimination perpetuated under the guise…
Trump likely to propose pay freeze for federal workers in 2026
In OMB’s response to agency budget submissions, the White House budget office told officials to prepare for a freeze on federal civilian pay next year.
Florida Federal Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss College QB’s Fraud Suit Arising From Failed $13.85 Million NIL Deal
On April 8, 2025, a judge of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida denied a motion to dismiss a former University of Florida quarterback recruit’s lawsuit alleging fraud by head football coach Billy Napier and a top athletics booster in a $13.85 million name, image, and
Beltway Buzz, April 11, 2025
The Beltway Buzz™ is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business.
Why AI At Work Needs Humans At The Wheel
AI is changing how we work—but replacing people isn’t the strategy. It’s about redefining work so humans stay essential, empowered, and in control.
In EEOC Settlement, Four ‘BigLaw’ Firms Disavow DEI and Affirm Their Commitment to Merit-Based Employment Practices
WASHINGTON – Four of the world’s largest law firms—Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Latham & Watkins LLP, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, and A&O Shearman Sterling, LLC—have entered into a settlement agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced today.
EEOC Guidance on “Unlawful” DEI
Within a few days of taking office, President Trump issued an executive order entitled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” which is aimed at “terminating all discriminatory and illegal preferences” in federal agencies and
Why delegating tasks is so hard—and how to get better at it
If you want to advance in your career, you simply can’t do everything. Here’s how to improve your delegation skills.
Black Americans express their faith at work more than other racial groups, studies show
Workplace leaders who care about lessening inequality need to understand that racial and religious identities are often deeply intertwined.
Georgia Governor Signs Bill to Strengthen Religious Exercise Protections, but Lawmakers Leave Anti-DEI Bill on the Table
On April 4, 2025, the final day of Georgia’s legislative session, Governor Brian Kemp signed into law a “religious liberty” bill that will strengthen protections for the free exercise of religion by prohibiting state and local government actions that substantially burden religious practices or activities. However, Georgia lawmakers left on