HR Topics
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Civility at Work
Discover how workplace and societal incivility have a negative impact on employees’ mental health — and steps SHRM leaders say organizations should take.
Learn how RTO mandates are contributing to increased incivility among workers, according to SHRM’s latest Civility Index, and explore what employers can do to help.
Explore 2025 HR trends, from skills-based hiring and AI's role to people analytics and financial wellness. Discover how adaptability drives workforce success.
Political differences are fueling record-high rates of incivility, according to SHRM’s Q4 Civility Index.
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AI in the Workplace
The Trump administration’s new AI Action Plan and executive orders incentivize AI workforce readiness and address training, neutrality, and deregulation.
For HR to harness generative AI effectively, keeping humans involved is key. Learn how to balance innovation with the irreplaceable human touch.
Andy Jassy tells employees that AI will automate more tasks, diminishing roles. A SHRM expert says HR leaders must help lead workforce transformation efforts.
Compensation and Benefits
Most organizations expect pay raises to remain steady in 2026, but some employers are preparing for a decline given economic concerns.
A lack of salary information in job ads seems like an obvious deal-breaker for job seekers, but new data reveals the No. 1 red flag: insufficient time off.
Find out what one expert says will be the big total rewards changes in the next decade — including more technology, personalization, and responsibilities.
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Inclusion and Diversity
EO Impact Zone: A Guide for HR Leaders
Inclusion and diversity are essential for creating thriving workplaces and communities. These principles drive innovation, foster collaboration, and ensure every individual feels valued and empowered.
Balance I&D initiatives with legal compliance. Use strategies such as risk assessments, data analysis, and training to foster inclusivity while mitigating risks.
Find out how to use quantitative and qualitative data to advocate for inclusion and diversity (I&D) efforts and measure their impact on organizational success.
Although beneficial, employer wellness programs are often exclusionary. Here are six ways employers can ensure programs serve people of all abilities.
Talent Acquisition
Learn ways to use scientifically validated signs of lies and deception for HR workplace investigations instead of relying on outdated stereotypes.
Discover five vital HR strategies to tackle economic uncertainty. Learn how to adapt, innovate, and build resilience for workforce planning amid disruption.
Employers must avoid discrimination based on citizenship or national origin when hiring or verifying work eligibility. Missteps can lead to legal penalties.
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