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As Gen Z emerges as a dominant force in the workforce, the relationship this generational cohort has with change presents a paradox. While often hailed for their adaptability in the face of rapid technological and societal shifts, Gen Z is surprisingly struggling with change-related stress at levels higher than their older colleagues. meQuilibrium’s recent State […]
On November 15, 2024, in a significant ruling that will impact employers across the nation, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas struck down the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) new rule that would have required employers to increase the salary-basis threshold under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In light of […]
This year’s lineup of HR Works Podcast episodes provided an endless supply of great conversations featuring expert guests, industry leaders, and seasoned HR professionals. From navigating the challenges of RTO and Gen Z, to keeping pace with the latest trends in AI and the backlash against DEI, the episodes that we released in 2024 covered […]
Burnout is a continuously rising challenge in today’s workplace, draining energy, lowering productivity, and driving talent away, threatening both employee well-being and company success. Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It develops over time, often manifesting as chronic fatigue, reduced performance, disengagement, or irritability. Employees may feel emotionally drained or disconnected from their work and colleagues. By […]
How much does compassionate management impact employees’ motivation? Research suggests the impact is significant. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence developed ways to measure the emotional intelligence of managers at various workplaces. They found that employees whose supervisors score low on emotional intelligence and compassion say they feel motivated only about 25% of the time, […]
In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, access to skills in AI, cloud computing, and computer science can make the difference between career advancement and stagnation. Yet, for many individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities, these critical skills remain out of reach. Recognizing this disparity, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS […]
Attracting top talent in the workforce requires innovative strategies, especially when targeting the emerging workforce: Generation Z. Gen Z is the first generation to grow up with social media as an integral part of their lives. Born roughly between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z’s digital fluency influences their job search preferences in a major way, […]
During the holidays, when stress can run high and finances low, it’s more important than ever that employees understand how to use their flexible spending account (FSA). However, lack of awareness and understanding of what’s eligible can cause employees to leave FSA funds on the table at the end of the year. According to an […]
HR Daily Advisor‘s Faces of HR column is a weekly series, profiling the amazing work being done by members throughout the HR community. Not only do we take a closer look at the successes, challenges, aspirations, and opinions of HR professionals, but we also share personal experiences providing a bit more insight into each individual. This […]
The year 2025 will be an exciting one in human resources. The convergence of artificial intelligence, an increasingly global and flexible talent pool, and improved data analytics will give companies more opportunities than ever before to evolve their talent strategy and operating models to be more effective and efficient. Here are five trends to watch, […]