The Latest
-
Half of Gen Z ChatGPT users say they view it as a co-worker, survey shows
Workers said they use AI to complete work tasks more efficiently, as well as make tough decisions, seek advice and find mental health support.
-
Sponsored by FinFit
Text, email and more: Why employers are taking a multi-channel approach to benefits communication
Employers devote significant time, energy and resources toward employee benefits — and showcasing a robust benefits package can significantly impact recruitment and retention.
-
Nearly all employers say they plan to maintain or expand well-being offerings in 2025
About three-quarters of employers incorporate social connectedness and community in their well-being strategy through offerings like employee resource groups, peer coaching and mentoring programs, a survey shows.
-
DOL rescinds Biden-era warning against offering cryptocurrency in 401(k) plans
In reversing course on the 2022 guidance, the department said it is “reaffirm[ing] its neutral stance” on cryptocurrency’s inclusion in plans.
-
5th Circuit rejects NLRB effort to revive ‘long-dead case’ against plumber
A majority held that “extraordinary circumstances” applied in part because the board left its case dormant for nearly a decade.
-
Planning for Pride? Attorneys offer tips to navigate a ‘thornier’ year
Cultural observances may not necessarily be a target for federal enforcement actions, but some experts still urge caution.
-
42% of Gen Z workers say they’re turning to blue-collar roles for security
Regardless of education level, workers said they’re choosing blue-collar work for better long-term prospects, higher pay and a lower risk of being replaced by AI.
-
More than half of US workers say job insecurity has increased their work stress
“When people feel their jobs are at risk, it creates a sense of uncertainty that can affect every aspect of their lives,” said APA’s chief executive officer.
-
As corporate boards pay CEOs similarly, company performance could take a hit, report finds
Boards have increasingly benchmarked against peers as companies release more detailed pay data, per the research.
-
Atlanta worker was demoted because of conduct, not FMLA leave, 11th Circuit holds
The city had multiple reasons to back up the demotion decision, the court found.
-
1 in 4 employers say they’ll eliminate degree requirements by year’s end
Companies that recently removed degree requirements reported a surge in applications, a more diverse applicant pool and the ability to offer lower salaries.
-
AI will change recruiting in the next 6 months, recruiter says
Both employers and applicants can expect to demonstrate more transparency about AI use during the hiring process, per the LinkedIn Talent Blog post.
-
HRCI, Deloitte partner on upskilling academy for HR professionals
CHROs and their teams can build technical skills and pursue leadership development, the companies said.
-
Walmart cuts 1,500 jobs in US retail, global tech teams
The retailer said it is slashing some roles and adding others in an effort to become more agile and innovative.
-
Judge vacates portion of EEOC rule requiring accommodation for elective abortions
The commission must revise the Biden-era regulation, the judge said, finding it didn’t properly interpret the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
-
Few companies feel effective at skill validation, survey shows
Despite an increasing focus on skills-based hiring, most organizations still rely on resumes and job titles to evaluate talent, Hirevue says.
-
‘Everywhere is a workplace’: JLL leaders say office operators need to adapt
Commercial real estate operators should create dynamic environments to draw workers back to the office, the company says.
-
9 in 10 companies lack ‘future-ready’ talent strategies, Adecco says
Leaders should act as role models and develop their own artificial intelligence capabilities, researchers recommended.
-
Among those in skilled trades, high hopes for a renewed focus on apprenticeships
A push by the Trump administration to put more money into hands-on training is seen as a good start to addressing a long-standing, bipartisan concern: the persistent labor shortage in skilled trades.
-
Employer will pay $42K to settle EEOC allegations it called pregnant bartender a ‘liability’
The agency claimed a manager told the plaintiff that the Texas-based bar was concerned that “something bad” would happen to her prior to terminating her.
-
Workhuman 2025
ICYMI: 4 stories from Workhuman 2025
Resilience in the face of uncertainty emerged as a major theme at the conference.
-
Q&A
New York contractors boost pay, benefits to fight labor shortages
A report that surveyed more than 200 contractors in New York also highlighted workforce development programs, flexible work options and mental health resources.
-
Opinion
Remote work offers a lifeline for older workers with disabilities
Hybrid work consultant Gleb Tsipursky explains how remote work can be a game changer for older people with disabilities.
-
Identity of HR 2025
A ‘pivotal’ moment for HR departments: Balancing budget constraints and hiring challenges
Two recruiting professionals offer best practices to support competing needs.
-
Gen Z willing to forgo remote work to secure jobs, study finds
Job seekers’ demands for location flexibility and four-day workweeks appear to be changing as economic pressure and layoff anxiety increase, Flexa reports.
-
Home Depot is ‘laser focused’ on elevating customer service through associates
A localized training program and generative AI knowledge tools for workers are expected to boost the in-store experience, a company executive said.