Federal workers pay during 2025 shutdown: Is back pay guaranteed?
The HR Digest’s FAQ-style guide breaks down everything you need to know about federal workers back pay, government shutdown protections. ...
Consider the Pros and Cons of Hot-Desking Before You Update Your Workplace
There are a considerable number of pros and cons to hot-desking, and it is important to understand them well before making the switch. ...
Can the Japanese Ho-Ren-So Framework Bolster Collaboration at Work?
The Ho-Ren-So framework is a Japanese concept that encourages regular collaboration and communication between seniors and employees. ...
A 3-Month Strike Draws to A Close: Boeing Defense Workers Ratify New Contract
The Boeing workers’ union strike has officially ended with the ratification of a new contract, with workers expected to go back to work on Nov. 16. ...
Verizon Layoffs Set to Target 15,000 Jobs as Agility and Efficiency Lead the Way
Reports of the Verizon layoffs now have a number attached to them. Around 15,000 jobs could be cut as early as next week under the new CEO. ...
Job Insecurity in the AI-Centered World Has Employees Gatekeeping Knowledge
Due to fears over being replaced, particularly by AI, employees are reportedly gatekeeping their knowledge and skills to stay ahead. ...
Walgreens Eliminates Paid Holiday Benefit for Its Hourly Workers
Walgreens eliminates the six paid holidays it previously offered hourly workers, however, they can still expect additional pay for working holidays. ...
Amazon’s “Punitive” Absence Policy Results in a New Class Action Lawsuit
A lawsuit has been filed over Amazon’s “punitive” absence policy that allegedly failed to make accommodations for an employee’s disability. ...
Can Employers Replace HR with AI? 30% of Them Plan to in 2026
With employers looking to replace employees, including HR, with AI, we see more signs of organizations recommitting to rewiring their workforce. ...
Paramount’s Five-Day RTO Mandate Saw 600 Employees Accept a Voluntary Buyout
Paramount’s five-day RTO mandate resulted in 600 employees accepting a voluntary buyout instead, reportedly tagged with a $185 million cost. ...
What to say when an employee asks for a raise
So, what do you say when an employee asks for a raise and you can’t offer one? And how do you address it right? ...
HR Takes on the Sunday Scaries: How to Cope with This Weekend Anxiety?
The weekend anxiety that comes with the Sunday Scaries is never pleasant, and it can be well worth the effort to address it at once. ...
Job Seekers Are Swiping Right, Turning to Dating Apps for Job Opportunities
A new report revealed that job seekers are swiping right on dating platforms, hoping to find job opportunities and build their professional networks. ...
Nike Faces Discrimination Lawsuit over Allegations of Age and Gender Bias
The Nike lawsuit evoked discrimination claims over an unfair firing after an employee felt she was treated differently from her male coworkers. ...
What to do when an employee keeps missing deadlines
Is your employee missing deadlines again, and you’re running out of ways to address it without sounding like a broken record? ...
Leading from Within: Internal Talent Promotions Can Redefine Leadership
When it comes to choosing between hiring or looking internally for promotions to leadership roles, the benefits of the latter outweigh the cons. ...
