The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that in 2023 women who were full-time wage and salary workers had median usual weekly earnings that were 84% of male full-time wage and salary workers. This …
In the wake of the 2024 elections, the impact of the Trump administration on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is poised to undergo significant shifts.
As leaders, we are constantly faced with opportunities, challenges, and new initiatives vying for our attention. The ability to focus has never been more critical, yet it is often misunderstood.
As Millennials and Gen Z professionals reshape the workplace, there is a growing emphasis on employee wellbeing. Today, wellbeing is no longer a secondary benefit but a strategic priority for organizations looking to attract and …
Increasingly, employers are requiring employees to return from remote work. The business benefits cited most often include strengthening the organization’s culture and increasing productivity. CCH HR Insights reports on a recent Express Employment Professional-Harris Poll …
Neurodivergent individuals – those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences – bring unique perspectives and strengths that can greatly benefit organizations. However, without proper support and accommodations, they may struggle to thrive.
As organizations push for return-to-office (RTO) mandates, a new workplace trend has emerged: task masking. This behavior, where employees appear busy without necessarily being productive, is a growing concern for HR professionals striving to foster genuine …
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a pivotal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various aspects of employment. To remain compliant, employers must adhere to essential guidelines covering hiring, workplace policies, …
Some of the hottest topics today have to do with the future. Topics like artificial intelligence, which is seen as the next big wave of technology that will sweep our workplaces, are all the rage …
As the rapid growth of AI in the workplace continues, many employees and employers are utilizing AI notetaking tools and meeting recording and transcribing software.
In a recent episode of "WorkLife with Adam Grant," organizational psychologist Adam Grant engages in a thought-provoking conversation with David Dunning, the renowned psychologist behind the Dunning-Kruger effect.
DEI has faced criticism in the media for being perceived as entitlement-driven, disconnected from the broader population, lacking genuine inclusivity, and focused on meeting quotas.
Employee turnover is costly for companies, posing significant business risks.
Non-exempt/hourly employees that travel on behalf of their employer may incur hours worked and must be paid for travel time.
Non-exempt/hourly employees that travel on behalf of their employer may incur hours worked and must be paid for travel time.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a final rule updating H-1B visa eligibility requirements and other changes. They say it will give employers greater flexibility in employing skilled foreign workers. The new rule took …
Every business faces periods of high demand—tight deadlines, nonstop requests, and a team working at full speed to keep things running smoothly. In addition to that, there are external stressors that affect both the business …
On January 20, 2025, on his first day in office, President Trump issued several sweeping executive orders intended to advance his immigration agenda.