News & Resources

Michigan Expands Workplace Protections for Domestic Violence Survivors

Domestic violence can affect an employee’s health, safety, attendance, and ability to remain employed.

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October 29, 2026

Loud Working: When Looking Busy Becomes a Form of Job Security

A workplace trend known as loud working suggests that some employees are spending more time making sure their work is noticed...

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October 28, 2026

Getting Employees to Embrace AI Starts with Changing the Conversation

In my last blog, Preparing Your Workforce for AI Takes More Than Technical Skills, I discussed the importance of developing the human skills employees need to succeed alongside AI.

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October 24, 2026

ASE Survey Finds AI Use in the Workplace Has More Than Tripled Among Michigan Employers Since 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming part of everyday HR operations...

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October 23, 2026

One Company, Different Benefits: The HR Challenge of Creating a Consistent Employee Experience

Acquisitions don't always mean immediate integration.

October 22, 2026

What if the Talent Shortage Isn’t Really a Talent Shortage?

Employers frequently say they can't find qualified talent.

October 21, 2026

What Employers Need to Know About Terminating an Employee on Short-Term Disability

An employee’s medical leave can create difficult decisions for employers, especially when an absence continues longer than expected.

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October 18, 2026

Own It! What That Really Means.

Thinking like an owner does not mean having a financial stake in the organization.

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October 17, 2026

Why Performance and Process Matter

Employees often anticipate when termination may be approaching and may raise performance-related explanations or concerns for the first time.

October 16, 2026

The Sunday Scaries Are Getting Worse. What Employers Can Do About It.

For many employees, the workweek begins long before Monday morning.

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October 15, 2026

AI Hasn’t Made Hiring Faster. What’s Holding Employers Back?

Artificial intelligence promised to make recruiting faster and more efficient.

October 14, 2026

Preparing Your Workforce for AI Takes More Than Technical Skills

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, and employers are investing significant time and resources into helping their employees keep up.

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October 11, 2026

Benefits Communication: More Than Just Information

Benefits communication should do more than tell employees what benefits are available.

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October 10, 2026

Intrusive Leadership: A Military Concept With Civilian Applications

Leaders and HR professionals may associate intrusive leadership with micromanagement, excessive oversight, or crossed workplace boundaries.

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October 9, 2026

Job Hopping Applicant: A Red Flag or a Good Hire?

Job hopping, particularly in the IT industry, has become increasingly common.

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October 8, 2026

When Return-to-Office Policies Face ADA Questions

More employers are calling employees back to the office, but a return-to-office policy may not be the final word when an employee requests remote work as a disability accommodation.

October 2, 2026

The Employer Brand Mistake That Takes 30 Seconds to Avoid

Ghosting is usually discussed as something job candidates do to employers.

September 26, 2026

When Funny Isn’t Funny: New Research Challenges the Use of Humor in Job Postings

In an increasingly crowded talent market, employers often look for ways to stand out.