Quiet cutting is the latest HR buzz-phrase. But it signals, say some, the return to reassigning roles rather than properly cutting them. It's a strategy … Read more
Grindr sees half of staff quit over its return to the office policy; Covid-19 on the rise
In our HR roundup this week: Grindr's return-to-office policy creates a mass exodus of staff; Google is accused of pay disparities and Amazon is accused of … Read more
The return to office gamble (and how to make it more predictable)
From today, staff at Meta have been told to work at the office three days a week - or face the sack. But does the mandated approach really work? No so says … Read more
Four-day weeks: Is the tide finally changing?
New research suggests there's much stronger support for a four-day week. Read more
First job losses due to AI revealed; whistleblower says aliens exist
Data company adds 'AI' as a category for job losses for the first time; aliens exist, says whistleblower Read more
The job ad that was too much of a ‘hit’; IT workers refuse to implement staff monitoring
In this week's HR news round-up, a spoof job ad could land one respondent in very hot water; plus why IT staff aren't playing ball with staff monitoring requests Read more
Boeing staffer wins 747 (million dollars); firms accused of hiring just to hit DEI targets
This week's round-up of HR news that caught our eye includes the incredible story of one lucky Boeing employee. Plus: Why US office occupancy rates are way … Read more
Fed staff told to delete TikTok from work devices; Paid sick leave is ‘good for business….
In this week's HR news round-up, federal staff are given 30 days to delete TikTok from their work devices, while new data supports the value of paid sick leave. Read more
Can you freelance your HR shop?
On episode 111 of The HR Famous Podcast, long-time HR leaders (and friends) Jessica Lee, Madeline Laurano, and Tim Sackett come together to discuss the 12 … Read more
No more non-compete clauses? What you need to know
Non-compete agreements. For employees hoping to switch jobs, and transfer their experience to rival businesses, they’ve long been a source of frustration … Read more