The Trump administration announced two Department of Labor appointments, including former EEOC Commissioner Keith Sonderling, who will shape workplace rules and enforcement. Here's what to expect.

Layoffs might be inevitable but doing them thoughtlessly is "cowardly and inhumane," sending a clear message to employees that they aren't cared about, these HR experts write.

Next year, talent management leaders will increasingly lean into new strategies for hiring, leadership development and L&D, among other areas, experts say.

While many organizations are considering the pivot to skills-based hiring, HR must raise some considerations to ensure the strategy is a fit, Wharton's Peter Cappelli writes.