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Creating Positive First Impressions at Work

We often think about first impressions during a job interview, but they happen other times throughout our careers.

July 24, 2026

AI Use May Be Masking Skill Gaps

According to TalentLMS's newly released Learning Debt Report, employees are struggling to keep pace with rapidly changing job requirements.

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July 23, 2026

Sometimes Employees Don’t Need Discipline – They Need a Place to Turn

When attendance changes, behavior shifts, or performance suddenly declines, employers often begin with policies, coaching, or corrective action.

July 18, 2026

Michigan is 39th State to Enact Anti-SLAPP Law

Many employers have social media, code of conduct, and respectful workplace policies designed to support a productive work environment and protect the organization's reputation.

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July 18, 2026

Proposed Michigan “Right to Disconnect” Bill Could Change Employer Communication Practices

Michigan employers may want to keep a close eye on proposed legislation that could significantly impact how organizations communicate with employees...

July 17, 2026

The AI Enthusiasm Gap

Many organizations are moving quickly to incorporate AI into everyday work.

July 16, 2026

The PTO Culture Test – The Effect of Asking One Simple Question

Paid time off is one of the most valued employee benefits, yet many employees still hesitate to fully disconnect when they take it.

July 15, 2026

Crying at Work is a Symptom, Not the Problem

Crying at work is more common than many leaders realize and can serve as a visible indicator of deeper workplace stress and burnout.

July 12, 2026

AI Hiring Tools Can Create Hidden FCRA Risks

Organizations are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and gain an advantage over the competition.

July 11, 2026

Mid-Year HR Compliance Check-In: How does your organization rate?

As organizations move into the second half of the year, HR leaders have an opportunity to evaluate whether policies, practices, and documentation remain aligned...

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July 10, 2026

How Four New Supreme Court Decisions Impact HR

As always, the final days of June bring a wave of decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court on major cases.

July 9, 2026

The Resume Black Hole May Be Hiding Your Next Great Hire

Applicant tracking systems, AI-powered screening tools, automated workflows, and high-volume recruiting processes help employers manage hundreds, sometimes thousands, of applications.

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July 8, 2026

Hope is Not a Strategy, but it Should be a Leadership Responsibility

Leaders are often expected to provide confidence during uncertain times.

July 5, 2026

New Terms and Buzzwords HR Professionals Need to Know

New workplace buzzwords seem to emerge almost as quickly as new technologies or AI tools.

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July 5, 2026

The Human Touch Could Be Your Recruiting Superpower

For years, recruiting leaders have searched for ways to make hiring faster.

July 3, 2026

Mid-Year Workplace Law Changes Are Here: Is Your Organization Ready?

Most employers are conditioned to prepare for January 1 as the major deadline for workplace law changes, but mid-year legislative updates can be just as significant.

July 2, 2026

HR and Older Workers

As the workforce continues to age, employers are facing new challenges that HR professionals must recognize and address.

July 1, 2026

5 Signs Your Best Employees May Be Preparing to Leave

Most organizations view retention as a problem to solve when an employee submits a resignation.