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Human Skills Continue to Be in High Demand Despite AI Growth

Time-saving technology has long been a double-edged sword for workers. While new tech can mean less work for humans, less work also often means fewer jobs as well. Artificial intelligence (AI) is developing as the next major technological disruption in the modern world. Tools like generative AI (GenAI) can complete many tasks once exclusively the […]
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How Inclusive Hiring Practices Support Disabled Talent and Drive Workplace Diversity 

With research showing that 53% of Gen Z identifies as neurodivergent, neuroinclusion is a rapidly growing strategic necessity for Employers. Businesses that embrace disabled and neurodivergent talent also see huge gains in profitability.   Employers can significantly improve their support for disabled employees by removing barriers to job opportunities within their organizations, starting at the recruitment […]
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Employee Referrals

In today’s ultra-competitive job market, it can be incredibly tough to find the right person for your open position. The pressure’s on: you need someone with the right skills and the right experience who’s also the right cultural fit—and tons of other companies are looking for that person, too. So how do you stand out […]
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Use Your E-mail to Create a Powerful Workplace

Last month, I talked about how the military makes the most effective use of e-mail. This month, I want to talk about using email to build a team effectively, to develop an esprit de corps, and to make use of wasted electronic real estate. No. 1: This Is Not About Etiquette The following is about […]
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Using Non-Financial Rewards to Incentivize Employees

Companies often default to financial strategies to drive desired employee behaviors, whether those behaviors are increased engagement, ownership and initiative, or simply better employee retention. For instance, a manager might promise a promotion and accompanying raise to an employee who succeeds in completing a challenging project. Or an organization might motivate staff through a quarterly […]
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Harnessing Leadership Power: How Emotional Intelligence Drives Success

In leadership circles today and beyond, emotional intelligence (EI) remains steadfast and essential to effective leadership. Leaders with high EI levels often thrive in their positions, improve financial performance, and make significant organizational contributions. Even though EI is important in leadership roles, many leaders find it challenging to fully grasp and incorporate it into their […]
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Ask the Expert: What Should Employers Do When Doubting an Employee’s FMLA Eligibility?

Question: What can employers do when they doubt an employee’s certification for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)? Answer: If an employer doubts the validity of an employee’s FMLA certification, it may require the employee to get a second opinion from a healthcare provider. Generally, for employees to be granted leave under […]
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Faces of HR: How One HR Pro Builds Inclusive Communities and Empowers Women

Carmen Amador Barreiro is a passionate organizational psychologist dedicated to creating positive and inclusive workplaces. With a global perspective shaped by her multicultural upbringing, Barreiro brings a unique approach to her work, focusing on engagement, leadership, performance development, emotional intelligence, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Currently serving as the Community Lead for the Oyster People […]
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Creating a Healthy Environment to Enhance Workplace Well-being

Providing a healthy environment is more than just a regulatory and ethical duty for businesses. It also directly impacts workers’ happiness and engagement. Human resources (HR) departments are increasingly discovering how vital it is to focus on developing protocols for a mentally healthy workplace. After all, when workers are psychologically, emotionally, and socially supported, they […]
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PwC to Use Employee Location Data to Police RTO

The battle over return-to-office (RTO) policies among employers has often been a bitter one with bad blood on both sides. Some employers believe workers are less productive and tend to slack off more when working remotely. Employees often resent what they see as heavy-handed RTO mandates, some of which threaten workers with loss of promotion […]
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NLRB Under Pressure in Presidential Election Year

The current National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) under President Joe Biden has been heavily involved in moving forward the administration’s prolabor goals. But as the Biden administration draws to a close, the Board faces a series of challenges. Board Abandons Joint Employer Regulations The NLRB’s expansive joint employer rule, issued in October 2023, faces an […]
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Goal Setting as a Tool for Employee Motivation

It’s amazing how much more effective employees can be when they’re properly motivated. Well-motivated workers tend to be more productive, more engaged, more creative and have lower turnover compared with less-motivated workers. It naturally follows that managers and organizations that are effective at motivating their teams tend to outperform those that don’t do as good […]
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Big Brother: An Experiment on Maintaining Peace and Harmony in the Workplace

Nearly twenty-five years ago, one of the most revolutionary shows premiered. Now in its 26th season, Big Brother remains one of the most controversial shows on television. The show follows a group of contestants, known as “House Guests,” who are isolated from the outside world, and forced to live in a house, outfitted with 94 […]
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Tipped Over: Fifth Circuit Vacates the DOL’s Rule for Tipped Employees

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a ruling on August 23, 2024, vacating a 2021 Final Rule of the Department of Labor (DOL) which limited the circumstances under which employers can claim a “tip credit” for “tipped employees” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This decision is likely one […]
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New Data Shows Lack of Preparation and Regret Plague Many American Workers

Reaching retirement is a bittersweet goal and achievement for many Americans. On the one hand, it represents a well-earned transition to a quieter, more relaxing life after a long career. On the other hand, it represents the loss of some measure of purpose and worth for many. But for a growing number of Americans, retirement […]
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Gen Z Is the Professional Development Generation: Here’s What That Means for HR Leaders

As Gen Z joins the workforce in larger numbers, many are being dismissed as too lazy to work, or too self-absorbed to do so. Over half of employers consider Gen Z employees entitled and unprepared for work. Yet the perception of a certain generation being selfish or lazy is nothing new. Baby Boomers—who are now […]
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