The Rise of the 996 Work Culture Has Employees Concerned in Silicon Valley
The growing adoption of the 996 work culture, particularly in Silicon Valley, has started to result in additional challenges for HR teams to navigate. ...
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. ...
Workers Ignore RTO Orders, Defiantly Resisting the Shift in Work Culture
Workers are ignoring RTO orders and finding ways to work remotely, showcasing a growing divide between employers and employees. ...
Career Catfishing During Recruitment May Be Holding Your Organization Back
The presence of career catfishing during recruiting is evident among both employers and employees, but neither benefits from this misrepresentation. ...
How to Handle Workplace Conflicts and Bring Unity Back to Your Workforce
Learning how to handle workplace conflicts and broker peace between your employees? Here’s a quick guide on conflict resolution for HR teams. ...
Why 2025’s Pharma Layoffs are hitting so hard
Pharma layoffs in 2025 have surged, with thousands facing job cuts as companies like BMS and Novartis streamline operations. ...
What Is Workplace Survivor Syndrome and How Can It Affect Your Employees?
Layoffs are hard on employees who are let go, but the experience of workplace survivor syndrome can be hard on those who remain. ...
Promoting Culture During RTO Transitions Is One Way to Handle Retention
Prioritizing company culture during RTO shifts can boost engagement and retention despite employee resistance to in-person work. ...
Why Gen Z Is Ditching the 9-to-5 for ‘Micro-Retirement’
Our resident HR advisor Jane Harper weighs in on the micro-retirement movement that’s taken the modern workplace by the storm. ...
The Loss of Workplace Civility Is Costing U.S. Business $2 Billion a Day
The apparent loss of workplace civility is affecting businesses in more ways than one, causing a clear dip in employee productivity. ...
Presenting the HR Perspective: Are “Bare Minimum Mondays” a Good Idea?
The “bare minimum Mondays” trend encourages employees to start their week slowly, taking stock of all the work that lies ahead. ...
New Zealand’s Work-Life Balance Presents a Teachable Moment for Us All
New Zealand’s work-life balance sets the standard, showcasing how it is still possible to prioritize employees in the modern world. ...
Are Companies Merely Reframing DEI Policies to Keep up with the Times?
The S&P 100’s DEI shift is apparent in their disclosures, however, companies may be reframing DEI without abandoning it. ...
From Colleagues to Community: Workplace Friendships Offer Many Benefits
Workplace friendships offer benefits to both employers and employees, but it appears these bonds are declining in 2025. ...
Get Comfortable, Get Confident—Learn How to Say “No” at Work When Required
Knowing how to say “no” at work is an essential skill when it comes to setting boundaries and looking out for your own well-being. ...
China Youth Unemployment Crisis Is Leading Many to “Pretend” to Work
Due to issues of unemployment, the youth in China are paying to attend fake workspaces where they can pretend to be employed. ...
