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Former NLRB and In-House Employment Leader RyAnn Hooper Joins Littler in New York

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Former NLRB and In-House Employment Leader RyAnn Hooper Joins Littler in New York

NEW YORK (May 4, 2026) – Littler, the world’s largest labor and employment law practice representing management, has added RyAnn Hooper as of counsel in its New York City office. Hooper joins the firm from New York

Can playing Wordle increase productivity in the workplace?

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(NEXSTAR) – Every day, millions of people log onto their computers or smartphones and play the daily puzzle game, Wordle. But while it may seem like just a fun game added to a daily routine, …

I’m terrible at receiving negative feedback — and am spiraling from my 360 review

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This post was originally published on this site.

A reader writes:

As part of a leadership development opportunity offered by my organization, I’ve been given the chance to participate in a 360 review process. For context, I report to a member of the C-suite and have been angling for a promotion (which would entail a new role basically

The dark side of the American work ethic: widespread sleep deprivation, linked to obesity, depression, even early death

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With over 30% of Americans consistently sleep-deprived, office grind culture and other factors are dealing an economic blow.

Littler Welcomes Katharine Lennox as Shareholder in Rochester

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Littler Welcomes Katharine Lennox as Shareholder in Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (May 4, 2026) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, is pleased to announce that Katharine Lennox has joined the firm as a shareholder in its Unfair Competition and Trade Secrets Practice Group in Rochester. 

When Good Intentions Create Liability

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You have seen it play out. A strong employee needs flexibility. A manager wants to help. A decision gets made in the moment, practical, human, and well-intended. No one thinks twice about it. Months later,

my coworker carries a hidden recording device everywhere

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A reader writes:

I work in higher education, in an area that is particularly under political fire. Due to anti-DEIA legislation, there have been people who have been targeted and fired due to anti-diversity advocacy. Some of the incidents have involved video that had been taken clandestinely and then edited

The Unions We Need Will Be Built by Workers, Not Labor Officials

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Organizer Daniel Gross explains how to make sure that union building actually works and is sustained over time.

Japan Perfected Workplace Care. It Still Cannot Move Engagement

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Japan reduced workplace stress and engagement still didn’t move. The first in a three-part series on what compliance architecture cannot build.

Oklahoma Gives Employers Broader Drug Testing Authority

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Effective November 1, 2026, Oklahoma House Bill (HB) 3127 makes important changes to the state’s medical marijuana employment protections under 63 O.S. § 427.8 that affect all Oklahoma employers.

What Great Leaders Get Wrong About Building Great Workplaces (Hint: It’s Not About Perks)

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Executive coach Srikumar Rao says it takes more than comprehensive benefits to build a great workplace—it’s how you inspire your team.

Week Minded: Why This CHRO Says ‘Caring’ Is His #1 Takeaway From His Master’s Degree

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A CHRO explains why caring drives leadership success, employee engagement, and real business results in today’s workplace.

You Got The Job. Should You Take It?

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A CEO candidate declined the job. Why? This piece explores how confidence, experience, and outdated playbooks are failing leaders in today’s volatile business environment

Sam Altman says the quiet part out loud, confirming some companies are ‘AI washing’ by blaming unrelated layoffs on the technology

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Some economists are warning there’s no sign of AI-related job displacement appearing in the labor data. Altman claimed it’s just a matter of time until it does.

E.E.O.C. Investigating Discrimination Claim at The New York Times

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently referred a reverse-discrimination complaint by an employee to the agency’s legal unit for review.