Are Certificates More Relevant than Degrees? Making a Case for Skills-First Hiring
Employers are leaning towards prioritizing skill certificates over degrees, suggesting a shift towards skills-first hiring in 2026. ...
HR’s Guide to Wellness: How to Combat Virtual Meeting Fatigue
Let’s explore how to combat virtual meeting fatigue and make video conferences more productive and less draining on employees. ...
A Lack of Career Autonomy Can Be Linked to Burnout in the Workplace
A recent report linked the lack of autonomy with burnout in the workplace, urging employers to invest in restoring a sense of control among workers. ...
No Pay Raise for Salaried Employees at John Deere in 2026
John Deere will offer no pay raises for salaried employees in 2026, but hourly workers protected by union contracts should remain unaffected. ...
Palantir Sues Ex-Employees over Poaching and the Theft of Trade Secrets
Palantir is suing its ex-employees and the rival CEO of Percepta over a “coordinated plan” to steal its trade secrets and top talent. ...
Glassdoor’s 2025 Word of the Year Encapsulates the Current State of Employment
Glassdoor picked “fatigue” as the word of the year, addressing the tumultuous state of employment amidst the many changes in 2025. ...
Which US States Are Hiking the Minimum Wage in 2026?
Here’s a list of the US states raising their minimum wages in 2026, with most changes scheduled to take place immediately on January 1. ...
What Does the Data Say About the Surge of CHRO Appointments in 2025?
The high number of CHRO appointments in 2025 is a good sign, but the role remains a volatile one, vulnerable to fluctuations in business operations. ...
Wells Fargo Job Cuts Confirmed for 2026 as Businesses Chase Efficiency
The Wells Fargo job cuts in 2026 are a result of the company’s plans to invest more heavily in AI and the efficiency gains promised by the tech. ...
What Are the Top Skills to Prioritize in 2026? Hiring Managers Chime In
Hard skills and soft skills are expected to hold equal value in 2026, and as a result, software knowledge and communication skills come out on top. ...
That’s Another Strike Against the Louvre as Workers Organize a Protest
Union workers at the Louvre are set to strike against the “increasingly deteriorated working conditions” at the renowned museum. ...
PepsiCo Layoffs Are on the Way as the Company Explores a Major Overhaul
The PepsiCo layoffs are part of the business strategy to cut costs and product lines for a more nimble and strategic approach in 2026. ...
ADA Insights: EEOC Clarifies Hiring Practices for Methadone Users In Recovery
The EEOC has filed a lawsuit against a company for refusing to hire a methadone user relying on it as a treatment for opioid addiction. ...
The SHRM Discrimination Lawsuit Ends with a $11.5 Million Verdict
A former employee’s discrimination lawsuit against SHRM has ended in a big win for the worker, but SHRM is hoping to appeal the verdict. ...
Air Transat Strike in 2025 Confirmed as Pilots Stand Firm on Contract Negotiations
The Air Transat union strike in 2025 is a result of slow progress on contract negotiations between the company and ALPA, the union representing its pilots. ...
Channeling Our Energy Towards Resolving Workplace Complacency
There are many dangers to workplace complacency that need to be addressed for an organization to perform at its best. ...
