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Tom Starner is a freelance writer based in Philadelphia who has been covering the human resource space and all of its component processes for over two decades. He can be reached at [email protected].
Recruiting

Could boomerang employees be your next great source of talent?

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Former employees can provide a valuable talent pool, this expert says. However, HR must consider rehiring such workers strategically.
Hiring

Why are 93% of workers looking for a new job?

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New research finds that the vast majority of employees are open to a job search in 2025. And money may not be as much of a factor as it used to be.
AI and machine learning

Most TA efforts are failing. Why a ‘human-centric AI’ strategy can turn things around

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With the right combination of AI and human skill, talent acquisition professionals can disrupt hiring bottlenecks and offer personalized experiences, a new report finds.
Employee Benefits

After the L.A. wildfires, why HR needs to rethink disaster preparedness

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HR leaders may be ramping up disaster preparedness plans, which experts say should center employee wellbeing.
Employee Benefits

Despite limited budgets, how HR can push for childcare benefits

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Childcare benefits can positively impact retention, productivity and more, but many C-suite execs remain worried about budget constraints. What HR can do.
Paid leave

Starbucks just upgraded paid parental leave. Will more employers follow?

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As union activity ticks up, more employers may strengthen paid parental leave and other benefits to improve employee experience and drive loyalty, experts say.
Compensation

4 ways to bring more meaning, value to this year’s holiday bonuses

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While cash is typically the standard holiday bonus, creative alternatives can be even more impactful and motivating for employees, a Paylocity expert says. Here are her recommendations for thinking outside the box.
DEI strategy

Disability inclusion at work: Why isn’t more progress happening?

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A new report from Deloitte has found significant work remains to enhance workplace inclusivity and access for employees with disabilities.
Compensation

Comp for M&A teams: Are you doing enough to keep these busy employees?

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With M&A and divesture activity rising globally, employers must pay more attention to incentivizing in-house dealmakers, experts say.
Hiring

Some hiring managers aren’t considering Trump supporters. What HR should do

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A recent survey found a percentage of hiring managers admit anti-Trump bias would affect their hiring decisions. What does this mean for HR?
AI and machine learning

Most orgs still don’t have generative AI policies. Why?

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Less than half of employers recently surveyed have generative AI policies for employees. Experts say HR can play a central role in jumpstarting the process.
Culture

Emotional intelligence: The 5 areas HR must focus on

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Employers looking to boost employee wellbeing and reduce burnout should cultivate leadership strategies focused on emotional intelligence.
Paid leave

As paid leave trends change, leaders are facing new complexities

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Paid leave mandates are among the factors driving HR and benefits leaders to focus more on compliance and leave administration.
Employee engagement

Economic optimism and trust in employers: What is the link?

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A new report reveals stark differences in economic optimism between executives and associates, which may be fueling a “trust gap."
Paid leave

Most workers get time off to vote, but few take it. Why?

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Experts say HR needs to do a better job formalizing and communicating company policies that give employees time off to vote.
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