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Salary increases are top of mind for workers amid economic anxiety
Most employees said they planned to stay at their jobs in 2026, but burnout and layoffs have workers concerned, according to a Monster report.
By Lara Ewen • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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BLS jobs reportDecember jobs report wraps up a year of uncertainty
“The next phase of the job market will be defined less by headline growth and more by where work is truly needed,” one leader said.
By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop trends in employee development
Amid hiring freezes, employee development may be more important than ever.
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This week in 5 numbers: Lonely workers say they miss more work
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including the number of companies who cite a lack of relevant experience among candidates as a major barrier to hiring.
By Ginger Christ • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Workers use time saved by AI to improve their roles, Indeed finds
Studies repeatedly identify employer encouragement and training as key to AI transformation.
By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Recruiters are increasing their AI usage as pressure to hire intensifies
More than 9 in 10 recruiters said they planned to step up their use of AI tools, according to a new LinkedIn report.
By Lara Ewen • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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GameStop floats CEO pay entirely tied to performance
Ryan Cohen would have to reach sky-high goals to receive the lucrative compensation, a setup resembling Elon Musk’s at Tesla.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles
Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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In sharp reversal, workers say they value stability over perks
“Employees aren’t asking, ‘Do I feel valued today?’ They’re asking, ‘Do I believe this company will succeed and will I succeed with it?’” a Perceptyx leader said.
By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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More than half of US workers say they’re lonely, disrupting productivity
Managers play a key role in curbing loneliness among their team members, Cigna said.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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Litigants end McDonald’s no-poach agreement saga after almost a decade
Multiple fast-food chains have since ceased using the restrictive hiring agreements at issue.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 5, 2026 -
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Companies reinvest AI productivity gains into more automation
In the search for greater ROI, businesses are using AI to further automate research and upskilling, according to EY.
By Scarlett Evans • Jan. 5, 2026 -
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Digital surveillance may increase worker anxiety, injuries
On top of concerns about how such tools can limit employers’ ability to assess performance, other studies point to continued employee suspicion about surveillance.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 5, 2026 -
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How the learning leader role is changing amid AI adoption
“L&D leaders are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge,” said Chris Eigeland, CEO of Go1.
By Jen A. Miller • Dec. 23, 2025 -
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Top 10 learning stories of 2025
Workers sounded off about the need for more training and just how great a role the onboarding experience plays in their retention.
By Ginger Christ • Dec. 23, 2025 -
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Nearly half of US workers say they’ll need $1M or more to retire, spurring stress
Workers’ retirement hopes generally surpass their savings, which leads to growing anxiety about the future, a report finds.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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NYU launches new certificate aiming to bolster remote work success
The program’s interactive modules focus on productivity, collaboration, leadership and long-term career growth in the remote economy.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Employees say they’re fuzzy on their employers’ AI strategy
Workers who use AI tend to be most likely to use it to generate ideas and consolidate information, Gallup says.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Workforce policies could address talent shortages, report finds
Federal and state policies can strengthen work-based learning, leverage partnerships and address the digital skills divide, JPMorganChase says.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 19, 2025 -
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This week in 5 numbers: Nearly a third of corporate directors predict a recession is on the horizon
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many states filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s new H-1B visa fee.
By Ginger Christ • Dec. 18, 2025 -
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Friday office occupancy is unlikely to rebound. Adjust accordingly, a specialist says.
Employees prefer to work from home or take time off at the end of the week, so schedule programming in the middle of the week, a CBRE consulting director says.
By Joe Burns • Dec. 18, 2025 -
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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 -
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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 -
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OpinionHow to create a workplace response plan for ICE visits
A Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP attorney provides a strategic guide for employers that can promote employee confidence.
By Jonathan R. Ksiazek • Dec. 17, 2025 -
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Only 1 in 4 employers clearly explain their reward program strategy, report finds
“Today’s reported common practices in reward strategy are not necessarily best practice for tomorrow’s challenges,” Korn Ferry says.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 17, 2025 -
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Corporate boards say they are prioritizing succession planning, workforce readiness in 2026
CEO succession planning ranks as the most important board practice needing improvement in 2026, according to the National Association of Corporate Directors.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 17, 2025
