Tom Starner

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].

As paid leave trends change, leaders are facing new complexities

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

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

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

When disaster hits, what is HR’s role in avoiding ‘confusion and chaos’?

Hurricanes are powerful reminders that HR needs to be proactive in planning for emergencies that affect their workforce.

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

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

Why ‘fauxductivity’ is taking hold, and what HR needs to do

With more employees admitting that they are "faking it" at work, one expert dives into why, and how HR can promote employee wellness and a stronger culture to combat this trend.

How ongoing worker shortages highlight an ‘urgent need’ for upskilling

As worker shortages continue to persist post-pandemic, experts say HR needs to double-down on upskilling to confront the challenge.

With FTC noncompete ban overturned, what does HR need to do?

Following the highly publicized overturning of the FTC noncompete ban, HR should give their policies a "fresh look," experts say.

Why it might be time to reassess using ‘ghost jobs’

A recent survey found more than 80% of employers are advertising for jobs they’re not really hiring for. What’s driving the trend?

Employees aren’t confident in their AI skills; how HR can help

While AI continues to permeate workplaces, research finds many employees aren't yet confident in their ability to use the tech.

Interim chief HR officers: Why are they so popular today?

A new report found a dramatic increase in demand for “interim” CHROs, suggesting HR transformation is widespread.