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Pet Benefits Are Here to Sit, Stay in the Workplace

A growing number of companies are viewing pet benefits with a much wider lens, thinking beyond pet insurance to “pawternity” leave, pet bereavement leave, and more.

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One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Building a Better Benefits Plan Across Generations

Explore how employee benefits have evolved to meet multi-generational needs, balancing customization, well-being, and financial sustainability for lasting impact.

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Reaching a Breaking Point: How FMLA Fails Today’s Working Caregivers

The outdated Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) falls short for modern caregivers. Employers can bridge gaps with empathy, updated policies, and proactive support.

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Discover how Walmart, Corn Bread Hustle, and VOA Northern Rockies use skills-first hiring to prioritize abilities over credentials.

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Get a closer look at the world of HR through the eyes of Jason Sutheimer, HR business partner for the North Dakota National Guard’s adjutant general.

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Reignite Passion at Work: Strategies for Employee Re-Engagement

Workforce engagement drives innovation and growth. Learn how flexibility, professional de-velopment, and employee recognition contribute to engaged employees.

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Authenticity or Oversharing? Tackling TMI in the Workplace

Learn HR’s role in managing workplace oversharing, setting boundaries, and fostering a respectful culture that balances authenticity and professionalism effectively.

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HR’s Guide to Mindfulness as a Burnout Prevention Tool

Mindfulness reduces stress, sharpens focus, and enhances employee well-being. Integrate it into your workplace with simple, impactful strategies.

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When to Step In: HR's Role in Managing Social Media Blunders

Should HR step in over employee social media posts? Learn what to do when online behavior crosses the line — especially involving protected characteristics.

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Keep Up with Compliance Obligations

Ensure compliance with priorities tailored for HR departments of one. Learn how to build a culture that taps into compliance strategies and mitigates risks.

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How HR Can Prevent Buyer’s Remorse for Your Next Tech Investment

HR leaders are embracing digital tools — but many later regret their choices. Learn how poor planning, vendor over-reliance, and usability issues can lead to buyer’s remorse.

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7 Tips to Ensure Wage and Hour Compliance

Staying compliant with wage laws requires vigilance. Regularly review changes, including overtime rules at the federal, state, and local levels, to avoid penalties.

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Feedback That Fuels Growth: What Great Managers Get Right

Effective feedback drives growth and trust. Discover strategies such as micro-feedback and the 3:1 ratio, and learn how AI tools can build a stronger, high-performing team.

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Achieve Your Ambitions Without Sacrificing Your Personal Life

Struggling to balance your career and personal life? Discover how to master work/life integration, prioritize what matters, and grow successfully in both areas.

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Q&A: What Dawn Zier Wants HR Professionals to Know

Former Nutrisystem CEO Dawn Zier discusses HR’s critical role in shaping culture, integrat-ing AI, and addressing generational shifts to create engaged organizations.

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