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04/07/2026

Poor payroll management can translate to millions of lost dollars. Can AI help resolve these issues?

While compensation often represents a significant portion of operating expenses, payroll is sometimes an afterthought, per a UKG and KPMG report.

04/06/2026

A few interesting data points. There is one that hits home about onboarding new hires. Onboarding is crucial for a new hire's success.

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how much artificial intelligence investment is expected to grow in the next year.

04/05/2026

04/03/2026

Employees who are invested in their own company have skin in the game that can ultimately lead to top talent attraction and retention.

Equity and employee stock purchase plans are especially part of the conversation for technical talent, reports showed.

04/02/2026

As the investment world evolves, so should 401k options and alternative investments.

The rule, which follows the direction of an executive order, would protect fiduciaries who select such investments “objectively, thoroughly, and analytically,” the department said.

04/01/2026

As the courts stated, a termination may not be deemed "fair" as long as it's not discriminatory. I suspect the next lawsuit may be for wrongful termination which addresses the pertinent issue.

Courts may disagree on whether a termination decision is fair, but that question does not determine legality, according to a March 26 decision.

03/31/2026

Exceptional leaders make employees feel valued, empowered, trusted and safe.

Employees admire senior managers who express daily appreciation and empathy, research from The Grossman Group with The Harris Poll found.

03/30/2026

There is definitely still work to do.

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many workers receive artificial intelligence-generated “workslop” from their superiors.

03/28/2026

It's a choice on what we focus upon. Focus on the good and we'll see more of the good in life.

03/27/2026

With all the news and politics, it creates stress and anxiety for most of us. Discussing issues with someone who shares your views can be beneficial.

Study challenges the conventional wisdom about avoiding talking politics at work, showing that it can sometimes benefit employee well-being.