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What’s happening with the 2026 tax changes?

Compensation - January 31, 2026

You can either adapt to the new tax changes for 2026 and find the leverage, or you can let the new tax laws for 2026 dictate your savings. ...

The 2026 Standard Deduction for Seniors Over 65 Explained

Compensation - January 31, 2026

OBBBA has introduced a ‘Seniors Deduction’ for retirees over 65, of up to $6,000 for individuals ($12,000 for couples), in 2026 tax filings. ...

With Co-Working Spaces Making a Comeback, A New Era of Work Awaits

Co-working spaces are making a comeback in the US, allowing employers to explore flexibility and productivity in new ways. ...

What Are Summer Fridays and How Can They Help Your Workforce?

Summer Fridays are a great way to boost workplace culture and employee well-being, adding a scheduled break to the employee timetable. ...

When will the Big Beautiful Bill (OBBBA) go into effect?

Compensation - January 22, 2026

All that is okay – what is the One Big Beautiful Bill effective date? When does OBBBA go into effect in 2026? ...

HR Reviews Babygirl: Sifting Through the Highs and Lows of Workplace Romance

Presenting a review of Babygirl from the perspective of HR, a resource that no one asked for, but needed to read through all the same. ...

Why taking a pay cut to work remotely is a total career scam

Compensation - January 21, 2026

Is a pay cut to WFH worth it? Pookie, no. Stop accepting lower salaries to work remotely and devaluing your career. Demand your full worth today. ...

HSAs Have a Messaging Problem. This Could Be the Fix.

Employee Benefits - January 20, 2026

There’s a moment that plays out quietly in households across the country. An employee reviews their paycheck. They see a decent salary, decent benefits, maybe even a co...

Job Security and Professional Agility Are Leading Workforce Ambitions in 2026

Employees are renewing their career ambitions with great vigor in 2026. Tangible job security and professional agility are part of their demands. ...

What is ‘WORKATION’ besides a linguistic crime?

Workplace Culture - January 20, 2026

What does workation mean? It means attempting to draft a quarterly report while fending off a seagull, only to realize the sky rat has better work-life balance than you. ...

You’re not Microshifting at work, you’re just never ‘OFF’

Workplace Culture - January 20, 2026

The promise of microshifting was never just about flexibility at work. And yet, somewhere, we’ve once again lost our sovereignty against the 9-to-5 machine. For many, a...

What are Child Care Days in Denmark? A Guide to Omsorgsdage

Workplace Culture - January 19, 2026

From the generous parental benefits in Denmark, to the impressive child care leaves, Omsorgsdage is putting the rest of the world to shame. ...

Why the 13th Month Pay Rule is the Philippines’ Most Human Labor Law

Compensation - January 19, 2026

From the history of the 13th month salary law to the specific Philippines payroll rules that govern it, we explore everything. ...

Should You “Remove 90% of Your HR?” Revisiting the Role of HR in 2026

A viral post encouraging businesses to remove 90% of HR for smoother operations has us revisiting the role of HR in the workplace. ...

Ford layoffs are projected to continue into 2026

Workplace Culture - January 14, 2026

The frequency Ford layoffs in 2026 will likely depend on how much the Federal government continues to subsidize EVs. ...

What Are the Top Benefits Employers Can Provide for Working Mothers?

When it comes to the top benefits for working mothers, employers that prioritize flexibility will find their workforce similarly supported overall. ...