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Understanding the Labor Market and Its Link to Job Insecurity in 2025

Featured - March 27, 2025

The somewhat stable labor market is not enough to dismiss the job insecurity gripping workers as they wait in fear of layoffs. ...

Block Layoffs Announced: Dorsey Wants a Startup Revolution Again

Featured - March 27, 2025

The Block layoffs will affect around 931 employees, but CEO Dorsey states the cuts are essential to raise the bar on performance. ...

Inflation and Unemployment: Does inflation make it harder to get a job?

Compensation - March 27, 2025

Does inflation make it harder to get a job? Explore inflation and unemployment, how inflation affects jobs, and the job market inflation link ...

25% auto tariffs threaten a layoffs bloodbath in 2025

Employee Benefits - March 27, 2025

25% auto tariffs in 2025 threaten US jobs as car prices rise. Employers face a crisis with layoffs looming from US car tariffs and auto trade war fallout. ...

Seattle’s Tax Revenue Crisis: Payroll Tax Revenue Falls $47M Short

Featured - March 26, 2025

A Seattle tax revenue crisis has emerged after payroll tax revenues fell short of projections. Are too many businesses leaving Seattle? ...

Indeed Sees Surge of Federal Workers Job Hunting After DOGE’s Job Cuts

Featured - March 26, 2025

DOGE-related job cuts caused Indeed to see a surge in federal workers looking for work. What does the data tell us about this cohort? ...

Sesame Street Faces Layoffs, Funding Cuts, and Unionization All at Once

Featured - March 25, 2025

The Sesame Street layoffs come as the non-profit tries to find its footing after funding cuts introduce uncertainty in the company’s future. ...

DEI Guidelines in 2025: What To Know About Workplace Discrimination

Featured - March 25, 2025

The DEI guidelines for 2025 are the EEOC and DOJ’s attempt to set clear rules on what can be considered discrimination at work. ...

What Is an Exempt Employee? An Updated Guide for 2025

Featured - March 24, 2025

Wondering what an exempt employee is? Let’s explore the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees and why you should care. ...

FBI warning: North Korean hackers may be your newest hires

Recruitment - March 24, 2025

The FBI warns of North Korean hackers posing as remote hires to steal data and extort U.S. firms. Learn the risks and how to safeguard your business. ...

HP layoffs to target factory, support, HR and legacy tech roles

Aimed at aligning cost structure with strategy, the 12-18 month layoffs address tariffs, slow sales, and efficiency, hinting at potential further cuts if challenges persi...

Auto Industry Layoff Predictions Spark Concern Among Workers

Featured - March 24, 2025

The auto industry is faced with predictions of layoffs that suggest companies will have to downsize to keep up with rising costs and tariffs in 2025. ...

No Tax on Overtime States: Alabama Leads, Georgia Next in 2025

Featured - March 23, 2025

Which states have no tax on overtime pay in 2025? Alabama pioneers, Georgia’s close—see the full list of no tax on overtime states and what’s next for overtime tax ...

What to do when your employee is using ChatGPT at work?

Q & A with Jane - March 22, 2025

How to handle an employee using ChatGPT for work? Should I ban use of AI at work altogether? Jane Harper dishes out advice on what to do. ...

Can HR Make the Social Security Fairness Act Benefits a Retirement Win?

Featured - March 21, 2025

Learn how HR can leverage the Social Security Fairness Act to boost retirement planning with increased Social Security benefits. ...

Work Ethic: What it means and why it matters

Leadership - March 21, 2025

What is work ethic? And why does it still matter in 2025 when AI and automation can outpace humans on a day-to-day basis. ...