As a ‘potentially historic’ winter storm approaches, how can HR prepare?

As much of the U.S. prepares for intense winter weather, employers may need to consider a variety of adjustments for workers in affected areas.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 22, 2026

US CEOs say uncertainty is the top economic concern for 2026

As far as governance concerns, CEOs said they were most concerned about the “potential erosion of the rule of law,” The Conference Board found.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 22, 2026

2026 HR benchmarks: 5 signals where Top Employers are pulling ahead in the U.S. and Canada

New 2026 Top Employers data reveals 5 HR shifts where US and Canadian leaders are pulling ahead  

By Jake Canull, Regional Director – Americas, Top Employers Institute • Jan. 20, 2026

Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act. HR should prepare now for workplace disruptions.

When federal troops deploy to American cities, employers can experience challenges with attendance, travel and more, write Seyfarth attorneys.

By Jennifer Serafyn, Dawn Solowey and Sam Schwartz-Fenwick • Jan. 20, 2026

Nearly 40% of top execs say they weighed quitting in the past year

A third of respondents cited the desire for a better work-life balance as their primary reason for wanting to leave. Other motivations included burnout, stress and the need for promotion.

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 15, 2026

SHRM research finds ‘chasm’ emerging between supportive, unsupportive employers

In response, HR departments told the organization they will prioritize leadership and management development this year.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 14, 2026

Employees say narrative-based performance reviews are the fairest

Workers aren’t always sure how to improve when given numerical feedback, the study found.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 13, 2026

In the age of AI, REI is turning to its human employees to win

The retailer’s “green vest” associates serve as a key differentiator both in stores and online, according to CEO Mary Beth Laughton.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 12, 2026

The new workplace fault lines: What TriNet’s 2025 data reveals about AI, benefits, upskilling and why Gen Z is on the move

TriNet data shows AI surge, Gen Z turnover and shifting benefit needs redefining today’s workplace.

Jan. 12, 2026

Texas Education Agency sued over probes into teachers’ Charlie Kirk posts

Commissioner Mike Morath urged superintendents in September to report teachers critical of Kirk on social media, Texas’ statewide teachers union said.

By Naaz Modan • Jan. 7, 2026

5 trends that will shape HR in 2026

Artificial intelligence stands to occupy a substantial portion of the industry’s attention, but people leaders also will need to dedicate energy toward development and culture.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 6, 2026

HR professionals on the move in December

Companies that added CHROs last month emphasized major growth on the horizon.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 5, 2026

One universal retention factor, according to EY

Contrary to other reports, where salary often comes out on top, EY findings highlighted a different key job factor that keeps workers coming back. 

By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 19, 2025

3 out of 4 employees say organizations can’t manage change

To keep transformation from falling flat, organizations can help team leaders recognize who needs hands-on coaching and who values autonomy, according to an Eagle Hill report.

By Laurel Kalser • Dec. 18, 2025

How can feedback flow when every worker is also an owner?

Giving and receiving criticism is uncomfortable, even with only 27 employees. Defector Media’s quest to address that dilemma may prove useful to organizations of any size.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 18, 2025

Always-on workers are speaking up about going silent

“Silent hours” are becoming a meaningful way to curb digital noise, writes Wendy Smith, senior manager of research science at Survey Monkey.

By Wendy Smith • Dec. 16, 2025

The leadership advantage: How purpose and grit drive engagement, performance and retention

From combat aviation to corporate leadership, Shannon Huffman Polson offers actionable strategies for developing strong, values-aligned leaders at every level.

By Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth • Dec. 15, 2025

5 questions (and answers) about employee handbooks for 2026

Joycelyn Stevenson, office managing shareholder at Litter, shares the top five handbook questions she receives from clients this time of year.

By Joycelyn Stevenson • Dec. 5, 2025

SHRM discrimination trial kicks off following months of controversy for the organization

A jury will weigh in on a lawsuit alleging a former SHRM employee was fired because of her race.

By Emilie Shumway • Dec. 2, 2025

HR professionals on the move in November

AI platform AlphaSense, the University of California, Los Angeles, and the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare all saw new HR leaders last month.

By Emilie Shumway • Dec. 1, 2025

Campbell’s exec out after allegedly saying brand’s food is for ‘poor people’

Former employee Robert Garza claims he was fired for wanting to report the executive’s comments to human resources.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 1, 2025

Access to Naloxone: What HR leaders should consider

One of the fastest-growing causes of death on the job is something many workplaces still don’t plan for: drug overdoses.

By Emergent BioSolutions • Dec. 1, 2025

Woman welder’s workplace murder prompts calls for change

The killing of 20-year-old welder Amber Czech in Minnesota has spurred trade groups to advocate for better protections for women and transparency in harassment reporting.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 20, 2025

DEI divide: Where do we go from here?

Recent SHRM moves and related research may hold answers about the future of DEI.

By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 19, 2025

HR is ‘often sidelined’ when it comes to workplace AI transformation, Beamery says

Only 12% of respondents to a survey by the HR data vendor identified CHROs as among the most influential decision-makers on AI.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 18, 2025