Here Are Some Quick Dos and Don’ts for Starting a New Job
Read ahead for some dos and don’ts to guide you through your new job so you can make your way across the workplace with confidence. ...
How to Write a Complaint Letter About a Difficult Coworker: Let’s Break It Down
Writing a complaint letter about a problematic coworker can be a helpful way to ensure that HR leaders are aware of the issues growing within their workplace. ...
How to Layoff Workers Without Damaging Trust or Morale
Learn how to prepare for a layoff, and how to layoff employees or layoffs workers with empathy, transparency, and strategic planning for lasting impact. ...
Your Go-To New Employee Announcement Newsletter Templates
When I joined my first real team as an HR intern, one of my early tasks was writing a “welcome aboard” email. I still recall sitting late into the evening, trying to ...
DOL Clarifies Overtime Considerations for Workers “Jointly Employed”
New DOL wage-and-hour letters clarify overtime pay regulations for joint employment conditions. ...
Understanding the Rise of Career Dysmorphia and What You Can Do About It
Recognizing career dysmorphia is equally important for employees and their HR teams as they navigate the shifting landscape of employment in 2025. ...
How to Handle an Unresponsive Employee in Remote Teams
Communication issues at work can derail even the most talented teams, especially when they happen in a remote environment where Slack, Teams, or email are the main lifeli...
Florida’s minimum wage increase: 8 FAQs every employer needs
Our FAQ answers “What is Florida’s 2025 minimum wage?” and “Is Florida’s minimum wage $15 an hour?” while guiding HR through compliance. ...
Can a Worker Be Dismissed Over Job Search Emails? The FWC Takes a Stand
Should a worker be dismissed over job search emails? The matter is more complex than you think, as elucidated in a case handled by the FWC. ...
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...
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...
HR Made Easy: What Is a PIP and When Is the Right Time to Use It?
Unsure about what a PIP is and when it should be used? Performance improvement plans are key to supporting talent within your organization. ...
How to Create a Cell Phone Policy at Work: Templates and Strategies
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
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...
Best HR Books in 2025: Here’s What the Industry Is Reading Right Now
Want recommendations for the best HR books in 2025? Here’s our list of HR reading essentials that can help your career reach new heights. ...
Can you talk about salary at work with colleagues?
In this Q&A, our resident HR advisor Jane Harper guides employees on how to navigate the tricky waters of discussing salary with colleagues. She shares practical tips...
