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Workers might be feeling better about the job market
ADP Research data shows that worker sentiment actually improved in April — a reversal from seven straight months of consecutive declines.
Why ‘stay interviews’ are the new way to keep employees from quitting
Stay interviews are a growing workplace strategy designed to improve employee retention before problems escalate, unlike exit interviews.
How to hire the most reliable workers in your area
Finding dependable help isn’t just about posting a job listing. It’s knowing where to look and what to look for.
Workers’ compensation claim ruled in favor of Austin firefighter with terminal cancer
It comes after the city of Austin initially denied Suzanne LaFollette’s claim, saying her cancer diagnosis was not caused by her work.
MetLife CHRO: 3 ways HR can lead through uncertainty
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From AI integration to global geopolitical conflicts, uncertainty is clouding the American workplace today—and it’s having a marked impact on how both employees and employers are thinking about wellbeing.
Specifically, a new report from MetLife finds that the American workforce is significantly concerned about their financial picture, with financial health
Large employers demand accountability as healthcare prices surge
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Affordability remains the overwhelming concern for large employers as prices continue on an upward trajectory with no meaningful rationale. Other areas of consistent focus from the country’s top employers are the need for enhanced transparency and more sophisticated data analytics tools, signaling their intent to more closely scrutinize newly available
On Capitol Hill, a debate over who AI at work is really working for
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Last week, Americans heard a Congressional hearing, the sixth in a series, about AI in the workplace. It was held by the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee hearing, chaired by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Pa.), on the topic of Building an AI-Ready America: Understanding AI’s Economic Impact on Workers and Employers.
4 workplace culture risks CHROs must address in 2026 to survive in the age of AI
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In 2026, culture has become a measurable business risk. AI transformation is accelerating. Restructuring is ongoing. Political tensions are crossing into team dynamics. Employee confidence in the leadership capability required to manage all of it—conflict resolution, coaching through uncertainty, holding teams together—is declining at exactly the moment demand is rising.
39% Of Employees Cry At Work. Empathetic Leaders Can Change That
Empathetic leadership isn’t just a soft skill. It’s a business strategy. Learn how wise empathy helps leaders build stronger teams and improve company performance.
Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Knowing The Right Time To Walk Away
Whether you’re feeling too comfortable in your role or your body is telling you to leave, these are five signs that you need to move on.
endless interviews with no hiring decision, employee is triggering a coworker’s pet peeves, and more
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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…
1. Endless interviews with no hiring decision
Twice now, at different companies, for different roles, I have gone through five rounds of interviews. This includes panels, work assessments, presentations, in-office visits, the whole works. Then, after hours of work and weeks
The Government Just Made It Harder For Disabled People To Find Jobs
If the government websites where people find jobs and access training remain inaccessible, the fight to close the disability employment gap is hobbled from the start.
Investigations Under Pressure: Getting It Right When It Matters Most Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw
Workplace investigations often happen under pressure—tight timelines, high emotions, and real risk. In this episode, Jen focuses on how to structure…
New FAR Council Guidance: The ‘Teeth’ Behind the DEI Discrimination Ban for Federal Contractors
The FAR Council recently issued much-anticipated guidance implementing Executive Order (EO) 14398, “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.”