How not to get fined as Florida’s minimum wage increases in 2025
Florida’s minimum wage hits $14 in 2025. Here’s your HR checklist to navigate the increase, ensure compliance, and answer “What is Florida’s 2025 minimum wage?”...
Exxon Layoffs Announced: Workforce Reorganization Efforts Continue Undeterred
The Exxon layoffs will affect 2,000 jobs across its global operations, with the organization also consolidating its operations into fewer locations. ...
Relying on AI In Hiring Can Help Fix Complicated Job Application Processes
Data shows that complicated job application procedures cause candidates to give up on applying. Here are some ways to make improvements with AI. ...
Q&A With Jane: Winning the Remote vs. In-Office Tug-of-War
In this week’s Q&A With Jane, a frustrated manager writes in about employees resisting a return-to-office policy. Jane Harper, our resident advisor at The HR Digest...
Return from Parental Leave: How to Support (and Retain) Talent
Supporting employees on their return from parental leave is key to boosting employee engagement and retaining top talent. ...
Layoffs Lower Glassdoor Ratings, but HR Can Help Set Things Right
We know that layoffs lower a business’ Glassdoor ratings, but more needs to be done to address the employee frustrations that emerge. ...
CEO Pay Went up 6% in 2024: Let’s Talk About Pay Equity and Employee Morale
CEO Pay Went up 6% in 2024: Let’s Talk About Pay Equity and Employee Morale ...
Crisis Management in Action: Toyota’s Temporary Layoffs Approved by Workers
Toyota has announced temporary layoffs in Brazil after heavy storms halted factory operations. The decision has been met with full union support. ...
Why the 2025 Government Shutdown Threatens Permanent Federal Layoffs
As the clock ticks closer to a potential government shutdown at midnight on September 30, 2025, we can’t help but look into the looming uncertainty. The current warning...
Q&A with Jane: When an Employee Is Always Late to Work
Chronic lateness is more than a scheduling hiccup. It can chip away at morale and productivity. But before jumping to conclusions, there’s a balance to strike between e...
Accenture Job Cuts Clear the Room for Reskilling Employees Who Can Keep Up
Accenture’s job cuts are ongoing, with more layoffs expected among employees who can’t be reskilled to work alongside AI. ...
AI Literacy in Job Descriptions Are on the Rise: What Does It Mean?
Employers are adding an AI literacy requirement to job descriptions, but there is considerable uncertainty about what it means in terms of skills. ...
The “Hybrid Creep” Is Upon Us: As RTO Policies Multiply, Flexibility Retreats
The “hybrid creep” is a very real concern for many employees growing wary of their employers gradually increasing the number of in-person work days. ...
Starbucks Layoff Set to Affect 900 Employees Amidst Store Closures
Starbucks layoffs have been reported, with 900 service jobs on the chopping block as the business shuts down stores at unprofitable locations. ...
Labor Disputes Abound: Canada Post National Strike Announced by CUPW
The Canada Post national strike was announced after proposed changes to the system were announced amidst stalled contract negotiations. ...
High Earners Over 50 Face 401(k) Catch-Up Shake-Up
Few perks have been as coveted for high earners over 50 as the ability to supercharge their 401(k) catch-up contributions with pretax dollars. This 401(k) tax break allow...
