Psychological safety at work may depend on the state of DEI outside of work

Whether a worker feels their community is inclusive affects how they show up at work, an Elon University report shows. 

By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 5, 2026

Employee optimism continues to fade with job security on the line

Confidence in a positive business outlook reached another low point in July, according to Glassdoor, continuing a period of overall decline dating back to 2023.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 5, 2026

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Top 5 stories from HR Dive: Talent

HR Dive Talent’s top stories feature a number of evolving trends, including shifting cultural norms and emerging hiring challenges.

By HR Dive staff

Workers are all in fight-or-flight mode, expert says

Employers can improve mental health in the workplace by tuning into how workers are doing and being intentional, according to a consultant on health and productivity. 

By Ginger Christ • Aug. 5, 2026

AI may be helping employees prepare for career mobility

Workers say they are using artificial intelligence to seek out development opportunities within their existing roles as well as outside their organizations.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 5, 2026

Which skills can AI not replace?

Employers are in need of “durable skills” despite swift changes to workplace technology, a Resume Now report indicated.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 4, 2026

Class ceiling: What cultural background has to do with salary negotiation

A new study shows that social background factors into workers’ ability to negotiate — or not — and how HR professionals judge them.

By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 4, 2026

CHROs say they are skeptical about AI readiness

The executives with the most insight into workforce preparedness are the ones most likely to be cautious about timelines, according to a Protiviti survey.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 4, 2026

Week in review: How does HR use ChatGPT?

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, including the percentage of executives who said their leaders are prepared to lead AI adoption.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 3, 2026

LinkedIn offers the option to report AI slop

The platform is testing a new feature that allows posts and comments to be privately flagged as being generated by artificial intelligence.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 3, 2026

Why skills visibility matters before the next workforce decision

Why skills visibility is becoming a workforce planning advantage.

By Dillon Price • Aug. 3, 2026

3 leadership investments that help small businesses grow

As small businesses grow leadership becomes one of their most valuable investments.

Aug. 3, 2026

Which 2 major companies in the food space announced new CPOs in July?

Meanwhile, Visier netted a former CEO for its lead HR role and a Michigan energy company pulled an HR leader from the railroad industry.

By Emilie Shumway • July 31, 2026

Managers say they are using AI to make layoff decisions

Some artificial intelligence models are being asked to weigh factors like sick days, age and tenure when assessing who to let go, one survey said.

By Lara Ewen • July 31, 2026

Employers may not be training workers well enough for widespread AI disruption

Advanced skills, such as managing AI agents, do not tend to be the focus of employer training, The Conference Board said in a report.

By Kathryn Moody • July 31, 2026

This week in 5 numbers: Why some workers aren’t AI upskilling

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week — including how many C-suite, CHRO and senior talent acquisition leaders think their leaders are “highly prepared” to lead AI adoption.

By Ginger Christ • July 30, 2026

1 in 4 dollars spent on AI goes to waste, report finds

More than half of businesses lack a dedicated owner for artificial intelligence costs, which can lead to overspend, according to a Harness report.

By Scarlett Evans • July 30, 2026

How companies are accidentally training future leaders to stay quiet

Organizations that encourage employees to ask the questions AI can’t answer will thrive, writes SurveyMonkey’s CPO.

By Becky Cantieri • July 30, 2026

How much is hybrid workplace coordination costing companies?

Navigating shifting schedules and coordinating in-person meetings may be creating friction, per a survey from an operations platform.

By Lara Ewen • July 30, 2026

HR often uses ChatGPT to complete non-HR tasks, according to OpenAI report

AI can change the division of work within an organization by allowing users to perform tasks outside their typical roles, OpenAI said.

By Ryan Golden • July 29, 2026

AI use may improve engagement, but only under the right conditions

Manager support is the key to developing enthusiastic support for artificial intelligence tools in the workplace, according to research from Gallup.

By Lara Ewen • July 29, 2026

How to make sure front-line managers are heard

Despite knowing how important front-line managers are, employers often ignore their feedback, a study showed.

By Jen A. Miller • July 28, 2026

Managers say they don’t feel ready to lead an AI-fluent workforce

Many companies aren’t providing the necessary training to help employees learn how to use artificial intelligence, per Indeed research.

By Lara Ewen • July 28, 2026

Gap Inc. opens creator program to employees

Corporate, distribution and store staff can now apply to be influencers for the retailer’s brand portfolio, almost a year after the program’s launch.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 27, 2026

Week in review: Federal HR office lost over 1,000 workers in one year

We’re rounding up last week’s top stories, including the percentage of workers who see work as a “situationship.”

By Kathryn Moody • July 27, 2026

Leadership readiness lags behind AI adoption rate

Only 3% of leaders are prepared to steer the ship on artificial intelligence adoption, research suggests.

By Caroline Colvin • July 27, 2026