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Will the UAW Demands of a 4-day Workweek be Met by the Big 3?

Featured - September 15, 2023

The UAW’s stand-up strike includes negotiations for a 4-day workweek and joins the conversation of shorter workweeks across industries. Explore the pros and cons of the...

California First U.S. State to Pass Caste Discrimination Bill

Featured - September 13, 2023

California caste discrimination Bill becomes the first in U.S. The California state legislature has become the first in the U.S to pass a bill banning discrimination base...

Paid Family Leave by State Number Increasing in U.S.

Compensation - September 11, 2023

If you do business in one of the U.S. states offering family leave laws, the answer should be yes. Without paid family leave, many Americans, when faced with a significan...

Is the Automotive Industry Ready to Accept UAW Strike Demands?

Featured - September 11, 2023

The UAW September 14 strike date will see many changes to the automotive industry if Ford, GM, and Stellantis cannot reach an agreement with the union. Disruption of wage...

Why is the UAW on Strike?

Featured - September 06, 2023

The United Auto Workers Union has a strike deadline set for September if strike demands are not met by the Big Three soon. The scheduled strike comes as a result of the c...

August Jobs Report 2023

Featured - September 02, 2023

This article aims to delve deep into the key findings of the report, analyze the implications of the unexpected rise in the unemployment rate, and offer a comprehensive a...

Dealing with Unresponsive HR: What to Do When HR Ignores Your Concerns

Q & A with Jane - September 01, 2023

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where HR seems to be turning a blind eye to your concerns? You’re not alone. Dealing with unresponsive HR can be frustra...

How the Proposed U.S. Administration Rule Could Benefit Millions of Workers with Overtime Pay

Featured - August 31, 2023

The proposed regulation would assure overtime pay for the majority of salaried staff making less than a weekly earning of $1,059. ...

What’s New in the EEOC’s 2022-2026 Strategic Plan?

Education - August 25, 2023

Stay tuned to discover how the EEOC’s 2022-2026 strategic plan sets the stage for fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces across the nation. What sets it apart from ...

How Serious Is Japan’s Labor Shortage?

The labor shortage in Japan has far-reaching consequences for the country’s economy. With fewer workers available, businesses are struggling to meet the demands of ...

Pharmaceutical Giant Eli Lilly Sued for Age Bias

Featured - August 22, 2023

Recent reports suggest that Eli Lilly, a prominent pharmaceutical manufacturer, has been embroiled in a class-action lawsuit alleging discriminatory hiring practices agai...

Soundtrack to Success: The Role of Music in Enhancing Workplace Productivity

Featured - August 21, 2023

Discover the transformative power of music in the workplace. Learn how curated playlists harness the power of music to boost productivity, engagement, and create a dynami...

What shows up in a typical employment background check?

Q & A with Jane - August 20, 2023

As part of our Q&A With Jane series, we invited Whitney C., an employment verification expert at IDMERIT, to respond to a query from a college student who was unsure...

Navigating the Challenges of Cultivating Brand, Culture, and Values with a Hybrid Team: Kolar’s Approach to Building a Best-in-Class Workplace

Workplace Culture - August 17, 2023

At Kolar, we are experts at connecting people, process, and place. Our unique, in-depth services through our Kolar Experience Institute enables clients to truly understan...

The Many Faces of Workplace Discrimination

Featured - August 08, 2023

Workplace discrimination is a problem that can have a profound impact on both employees and job applicants, leading to feelings of injustice, frustration, and even harm t...

The New Normal for Employee Raises: What to Expect in 2024

Compensation - August 03, 2023

In 2023, the labor market was a wild rollercoaster ride for both employers and employees. According to a salary budget survey conducted by Payscale, more than three-fourt...