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The “Hybrid Creep” Is Upon Us: As RTO Policies Multiply, Flexibility Retreats

Workplace Culture - September 27, 2025

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

Featured - September 26, 2025

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

Featured - September 26, 2025

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

Featured - September 25, 2025

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...

With HR Scams on the Rise, Phishing Training for Employees Is a Must

Arranging phishing training for employees and ensuring engagement and participation is an HR responsibility that often gets ignored. ...

How Will the New H-1B Fee in 2025 Impact Hiring at Your Organization?

Featured - September 25, 2025

The new H-1B fee in 2025 sets the price of applications at $100,000, marking a notable increase in expenses for startups and small businesses. ...

Could AI be the Path to a Shorter Workweek? Zoom CEO Yuan Believes So

Featured - September 24, 2025

The adoption of AI could lead us to shorter workweeks in the coming years, with some of the burden of labor falling to emerging tech tools. ...

HR Made Easy: What Is a PIP and When Is the Right Time to Use It?

Featured - September 24, 2025

Unsure about what a PIP is and when it should be used? Performance improvement plans are key to supporting talent within your organization. ...

The AI Productivity Paradox: AI “Workslop” Is Hurting Your Organization

AI workslop isn’t just affecting productivity and destroying teams; it’s costing your organization millions to keep up with low-quality work. ...

Do AI-Proof Careers Exist? Gen Z Is on a Mission to Find Out

Featured - September 23, 2025

Much has been said about how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world, and the impact of this technology is unlikely to fade away anytime soon. Gen Zers are working...

Workers Ignore RTO Orders, Defiantly Resisting the Shift in Work Culture

Workplace Culture - September 23, 2025

Workers are ignoring RTO orders and finding ways to work remotely, showcasing a growing divide between employers and employees. ...

Spirit Airlines Furloughs Flight Attendants Following Its Secondary Bankruptcy Filing

Featured - September 23, 2025

Spirit Airlines has announced plans to furlough 1,800 flight attendants by the end of the year, narrowly avoiding layoffs for now. ...

Proactive Care as an Employee Benefit Could Lead the Way in 2026

Employee Benefits - September 22, 2025

Proactive care as an employee benefit could be the ultimate answer to address the rising costs of health care. ...

Career Catfishing During Recruitment May Be Holding Your Organization Back

Workplace Culture - September 22, 2025

The presence of career catfishing during recruiting is evident among both employers and employees, but neither benefits from this misrepresentation. ...

How to Create a Cell Phone Policy at Work: Templates and Strategies

Tools & Technology - September 22, 2025

From a No personal cell phone use at work policy template to a simple cell phone policy at work template, this guide shows you how to write a cell phone policy ...

Burnout in HR: How to survive being the HR department of one

Q & A with Jane - September 22, 2025

In this week Q&A With Jane, a reader shares the reality of working in HR. What happens when you’re the only one in HR, handling payroll, employee grievances, compli...