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In the world of global talent acquisition, Renee Barber isn’t just navigating the landscape, she’s reshaping it. With over two decades of experience spanning Fortune 500 giants, nimble startups, and international staffing agencies across continents, Barber has carved a niche as a visionary leader who understands the pulse of global talent. Currently, as Global Director […]
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) became the law in 1993. That’s more than 30 years ago. You’d think all questions about it would have been answered years ago by all federal appeals courts. But trust me, that’s not how the law works! A 2024 case from one of the largest appeals courts in […]
A leader wants the best for their team. You want the team to succeed. You want them to play their part in propelling your organization closer to its goals. There are many tools available to help you help them, but availability isn’t the same as suitability. If you experienced coaching and it was beneficial to […]
Over the past two years, companies of all types, and employees in a wide range of roles, have discovered the flexibility and disruption that technology like generative AI (GenAI) can represent. While GenAI is generally thought of in terms of content creation, in truth it’s technology that can be used in many ways. HR is […]
Q Our company employs EMTs, nurses, nurse practitioners, and doctors to provide on-site medical care at locations like construction sites, infrastructure projects, and manufacturing plants. They may not always have another assignment right away but are usually interested in future assignments with the company. In terms of payroll, to avoid repeated extensive onboarding, should we lay […]
Communication today feels like a relentless loop of Zoom calls, Teams meetings, and overflowing inboxes. We jump from task to task, rarely pausing to think, breathe, or connect. Even a well-intentioned text can land wrong, leaving teammates feeling more isolated than ever. Nearly half of workers—45%— feel emotionally drained by the end of the day […]
Employers know that locating terminated vested participants and beneficiaries owed benefits under a retirement plan can be difficult—in part because people move, change jobs, and will forget they may have a balance or benefit owed to them under a prior employer’s plan. However, employers generally have an obligation under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act […]
As remote and hybrid work models become the norm, businesses face a growing array of compliance challenges. From state-specific labor laws to international tax regulations, companies must navigate a complex web of rules to ensure they remain legally compliant. Organizations that fail to address these challenges risk costly penalties, legal disputes, and reputational damage. Multi-State […]
From emerging technologies to shifting generational expectations, a new report explores the key trends and innovations poised to redefine the workplace in 2025, especially amid the ongoing return-to-office debate. The 2025 Workplace Predictions report from Envoy surveyed nearly 500 executives across IT, HR, facilities, and workplace management roles. “The conversation about the workplace of tomorrow has moved […]
We’ve reached a defining moment in the future of work. Shifts in business demands, evolving employee expectations and the acceleration of tech innovation have converged, prompting employers to carefully plan strategies to future-proof their business. Scaling globally is top of mind. G-P’s 2024 World at Work report found that 97% of executives say establishing a […]