Creating a Smooth Transition Back From Summer Vacations

As the business landscape becomes more competitive with each passing year, many employees find that they have more on their plates than ever. Increasing workloads have had a significant impact on employee sentiment about summer vacation.  In recent years, nearly ... Read More

Preventing Accidents and Heat-Related Illnesses

Between 2011 and 2020, U.S. employers saw more than 33,000 heat-related work injuries and illnesses that resulted in time away from work. When temperatures rise, so does risk, especially for employees working outdoors or in physically demanding environments. Preventing workplace ... Read More

Navigating New Hiring and Recruitment Compliance Regulations for Summer 2025

Like many things in the business landscape these days, employment regulations are ever-changing. Government agencies and legislative bodies are constantly trying to strike the right balance between supporting and protecting employees and allowing companies to grow and flourish.  Often, as ... Read More

Supporting Employees With Family Responsibilities During the Summer

Approaching the half-year mark means two things for HR professionals. One is that you have made it through six months of change and growth in a rapidly shifting business environment. The other is that summertime is almost here, which means ... Read More

Preparing for Mid-Year HR Compliance Audits: What to Review in June

Many HR professionals understand the crucial nature of compliance. Ensuring that your policies and practices meet regulatory requirements is essential for keeping the company in good standing, avoiding fines and penalties, and building trust with your employees and the general ... Read More

Preparing for Summer: How to Manage PTO Requests and Vacation Planning

As an HR or business leader, you may have noticed that temperatures aren’t the only thing that heats up in the summer. According to research, 58% of employees save PTO for the summer months and take an average of 10 ... Read More

The HR Professional’s Guide to Creating a New Employee Onboarding Checklist

After finally hiring the right person, your work has only just begun. It’s now time to make your new employee feel welcome, get their paperwork in order, teach them the ropes, and help them become productive as soon as possible. ... Read More

Hiring and Supporting Veterans in the Workplace

According to research published by the U.S. Department of Labor, there are more than 8 million veterans employed in the civilian labor force across the country. Many of those who have hired veterans can attest to the distinctive skills and ... Read More

Workplace Safety: Refreshing Your Office Safety Protocols This Spring

For many people, the spring season brings visions of sunny weather and renewed life. However, it’s also prime time for workplace injuries. Studies show that, on average, there are 3.6 more injuries the Monday after switching to daylight savings time, ... Read More

How to Create an Inclusive Environment This Spring

Undoubtedly, there is a significant amount of strength in organizational diversity. Research from the Harvard Business Review shows that diverse businesses are 45% more likely to report growth in market share and 70% more likely to report capturing a new ... Read More

Earth Day & Sustainability in HR: Building a Greener, More Inclusive Workplace

As the Baby Boomer generation retires and Gen Z begins to fill the gaps, it has become critical for HR leaders to work to understand this generation and their sentiments. In fact, 65% of Gen Z graduates say they would ... Read More

HR Trends to Watch in 2025

As an HR leader, spring is an excellent time to gear up for changes to the regulatory landscape and take inventory of what you can improve in your organization. It’s vital to ensure you’re current on the latest HR trends ... Read More