In this week's HR news round-up: In 2023 engagement levels dipped dramatically; US Bank issues a RTO mandate; most workers witness incivility at work, plus … Read more
Workplace engagement hits new low; Google in war of words with contractors
What will happen when you crack the return to office whip?
Want to issue a mandatory return to office, but are unsure about the impact it will have on talent retention? Wonder no more: Read more
It’s Employee Appreciation Day – so how well are you doing?
Today is Employee Appreciation Day. So how are employers stacking up when it comes to whether staff feel they're appreciated? We take a look at the … Read more
Embryos are children ruling could hit IVF cover; jobs rise blamed on need for second jobs
In this week's HR news round-up, Alabama's 'embryos are children' ruling could see employers face larger costs to provide IVF benefits; the rise in jobs is … Read more
Clean Slate Law updates and additions: Why HR can’t afford to be complacent
New York is the latest state to pass 'Clean Slate' law, but constant additions and updates mean HR departments need to continually stay on top of how their … Read more
Mental disability matters too: Don’t ignore those with non-physical impairments
Huge strides have been made in the battle to hire people with physical disabilities, but progress is still needed when it comes to hiring those with mental … Read more
Remote workers more likely to get laid off; server sacked over $10,000 tip
In this week's round-up of the top HR news stories: data shows remote workers 'are' the most likely to get laid off; how one worker was 'sacked' over a … Read more
Why everyone (still) hates HR
New research suggests HR still has an image problem, with HR folk fighting reputational battles on two different fronts: from employees, and the C-suite: Read more
Gig worker strike hits Valentine’s Day reunions; Dept of Veterans affairs defends HR pay
In this week's HR news round-up, striking hail-ride workers spoil Valentine's meet-ups; HR pay gets special treatment at The Department of Veterans … Read more
Is it time to consider offering Earned Wage Access?
With 60% of Americans living 'paycheck to paycheck,' should employers allow staff to access their earned wages early, or would this be a recipe for disaster? Read more