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Training gaps after layoffs spark mistakes, morale dips and turnover risk

06/23/2025
Among over 1,000 U.S. workers who remained after a layoff, 65% said a lack of training led to costly mistakes, and 70% believe structured re-onboarding would have made the transition easier. Only 27% received any.

New injury data signals key risk areas HR can’t afford to ignore

06/17/2025
The total number of workplace injuries may be declining, but the risks—and associated costs—are growing more complex.

SHRM conducts roundtable discussion with U.S. labor secretary

06/17/2025
U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is traveling across the country as part of the “America at Work” listening tour, where she talks to business owners and workers about the challenges and opportunities they face at work.

Job cuts rise while hiring slows

06/17/2025
The labor market is flashing mixed signals—ones HR leaders can’t afford to ignore.

Rethink your Pride Month approach to build lasting inclusion

06/17/2025
HR professionals play a pivotal role in shaping what Pride Month looks and feels like across an organization. You don’t need a parade float. You do need intention, consistency and a willingness to listen. Here’s how HR can help lead meaningful Pride efforts—and avoid the common missteps that undercut trust.

Meet the DOL appointees for Wage and Hour Division

06/09/2025
The U.S. Department of Labor announced five political appointees for the Wage and Hour Division, including an acting administrator and four policy advisors.

DOL welcomes questions and expands opinion letters

06/09/2025
On June 2, the Department of Labor announced an expansion of its opinion letter and guidance program. That’s good news for employers with vexing questions about the FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, USERRA and the PUMP Act, among others.

How AI is reshaping jobs, wages and skills at record speed

06/09/2025
According to PwC’s 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer, AI isn’t just changing the workplace—it’s redefining productivity, wages and the value of human expertise across every industry.

DOJ to seek criminal charges against federal contractors with ‘illegal’ DEI programs

06/02/2025
A memo makes clear that the DOJ wants whistleblowers to come forward with allegations of rogue DEI programs.

Provide training, monitor workplace to stop harassment

06/02/2025
Not only are sectors such as retail, construction and food service more likely to be hostile environments, but the managers you rely on to stop ongoing harassment may be engaging in the harassment themselves.