Senior leaders say they are confident in company change — but workers aren’t

Only 22% of workers said they received the support needed to adapt to a restructure, according to a report from Bain & Co. 

By Lara Ewen • Feb. 5, 2026

HR professionals on the move in January

Chipotle expanded its CHRO’s purview in January, and a former Bridgestone VP returns to the company as HR chief.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 30, 2026

Share your perspective in our 2026 Identity of HR survey

HR Dive would like your insight on the state of the profession and your priorities for the future.

By HR Dive staff • Jan. 30, 2026

HR outlook 2026: What to expect for the year ahead

Professionals in the industry will shift from fragmentation to focus, sources predict.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 29, 2026

Pinterest to lay off 15% amid AI investment

As the social media giant integrates AI further into its platform, the company is trimming its staff and office footprint.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 29, 2026

This week in 5 numbers: Time-to-hire was up in 2025

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many leaders say they feel prepared to guide change at their companies. 

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 29, 2026

HR professionals say they still don’t trust AI to make workforce decisions

As adoption increases, the trust gap remains a sticking point for HR processes in particular, various reports have indicated.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 29, 2026

The CHRO paradox: Is HR’s top role as secure as we’d hope in 2026?

The CHRO role is evolving fast, but not always in ways that align with its growing strategic importance, warns global industry analyst Josh Bersin.

By Josh Bersin • Jan. 28, 2026

Target’s incoming CEO co-signs letter calling for ‘deescalation of tensions’ in Minnesota

Michael Fiddelke joined about 60 other CEOs, including Best Buy's Corie Barry, in signing a letter about “recent challenges” in the state.

By Dani James • Jan. 26, 2026

Breaking the job application doom loop

Hiring is burning candidates out - and employers too. It’s time for a reset.

By Paul Jones • Jan. 26, 2026

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