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As the shutdown causes gaps in federal data, ADP’s reports and SHRM’s analysis provide crucial insights into employment trends and the state of the U.S. labor market.
A U.S. Supreme Court case may expand the president's power to remove agency heads, leading to more frequent policy changes affecting HR leaders. Learn more.
Explore recent insights that were shared at SHRM BLUEPRINT, including strategies for lawful I&D, workplace civility, and adapting to legal shifts.
Discover how leaders can balance diverse personalities to drive innovation, collaboration, and performance in today’s workplace.
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HR leaders can champion pay equity with careful, comprehensive audits. Learn how to identify pay gaps, ensure fairness, and cultivate a more engaged workforce.
Confidently manage layoffs and reductions in force with expert insights, communication tools, and legal compliance resources designed for HR professionals.
Integrating veterans into your workforce can enhance innovation and reliability. Use SHRM’s fact sheet and guidance to build a sustainable veteran hiring strategy.
Succession planning is a key tool for organizations striving to remain competitive in an ever-changing market. With proper planning, leaders can identify a pipeline for key roles and support continuity during talent shifts.
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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.
Political differences are fueling record-high rates of incivility, according to SHRM’s Q4 Civility Index.
Promoting workplace civility following the election is “HR’s opportunity to make a difference in America,” SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, said at SHRM INCLUSION 2024.
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AI in the Workplace
A sweeping provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could block states from creating or enforcing AI regulations for the next 10 years.
HR leaders are navigating the early stages of AI integration, balancing innovation with responsibility, and transforming the HR function into a strategic, data-driven partner.
As AI becomes more integrated into the workplace, HR will play a critical role in building trust in its use.
Compensation and Benefits
The impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are starting to be felt, with annual inflation ticking up in May after three months of declines.
Find out what one expert says will be the big total rewards changes in the next decade — including more technology, personalization, and responsibilities.
Find out why a softening labor market and economic concerns are driving employers to issue slightly lower annual pay increases this year than projected.
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.
Explore how recent executive orders impact I&D initiatives and discover SHRM’s BEAM framework—a practical, merit-based approach to creating truly inclusive workplaces.
Although there has been movement in the workplace to support working parents, there is ample room for improvement, one HR leader said at SHRM INCLUSION 2024.
Talent Acquisition
The Class of 2025 faces a challenging job market. Grads must navigate economic uncertainty, fewer internship opportunities, and evolving employer expectations.
The U.S. labor market continued to soften in May as employers navigated the Trump administration’s shifting tariffs policy and downbeat consumer sentiment.
The U.S. State Department’s pause on visa interviews for foreign students and exchange visitors may end soon, but experts warn of delays at consulates worldwide.
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