* 15 Important Change Management Metrics To Track (In 2024) [July 29, 2024] Numbers don’t lie. Companies lacking effective change management strategies often see their business suffer, while those that use change management to their advantage are 3.5 times more likely to outperform their peers. * HealthEquity data breach could affect 4.3M [July 30, 2024] The health benefits administrator said a vendor’s user accounts were compromised, and information like contact details, Social Security numbers and medical information could be exposed. * More Than Half of U.S. Companies Plan to Add New Positions in the Second Half of 2024 [July 30, 2024] 52% plan to add new permanent roles; 57% expect to hire contract workers. Despite plans to add new positions, hiring challenges persist. * U.S. Employers Forecast 3.5% Pay Increases in 2025, Payscale’s Salary Budget Survey Finds [July 31, 2024] Actual pay increases in 2024 are 3.6% on average compared to 4% last year, indicating that annual raises are softening in a cooler labor market. * BBC implements new anti-grooming guidelines following Huw Edwards scandal [August 01, 2024] In the wake of the Huw Edwards scandal, the BBC has introduced updated guidelines to prevent the abuse of power and ensure a safer work environment for all employees. Did a particular news or topic catch your interest? Share your thoughts.

* Protecting your greatest asset: 5 ways to retain high-security employees [JULY 22, 2024] With the end of the Great Resignation, it may seem that employee retention is no longer a top problem for HR leaders. * Your 101 Guide To Written Warnings (+Free Templates) [JULY 24, 2024] Some managers may avoid issuing written warnings for fear of damaging workplace relationships or sparking confrontations. But a carefully written warning issued at an appropriate time can be crucial for employee accountability. * Warren, Democratic lawmakers introduce bill to resurrect Chevron doctrine [JULY 24, 2024] The Stop Corporate Capture Act would codify the Chevron doctrine, which required federal courts to give deference to agencies’ reasonable interpretation of ambiguous statutes. * 7,000+ People Told Paycor About What Makes Leaders Great [JULY 25, 2024] There are lots of compelling findings on a wide range of topics in the report, but from an HR perspective there is a wealth of insights about the role HR plays in the modern workplace. Here are the top three. * How leaders are ‘getting played’ by the dark side of HR tech [JULY 25, 2024] Last fall, an unemployed software engineer reported using AI to apply to 5,000 jobs, securing 20 interviews. Did a particular news or topic catch your interest? Share your thoughts.

* Mastering Your Exit: 10 Steps for Resigning from Your Job [JULY 14, 2024] Even if the organization is terrible and your manager is a jerk, it’s important to resign the right way. That doesn’t mean you can’t be honest and authentic. Remember – you’re initiating the resignation. * Your Guide To Easy SHRM-CP Recertification: Stay Certified [JULY 16, 2024] Master SHRM-CP recertification with ease! Uncover the steps, credits, and strategies to maintain your HR credential and excel in your career. * Research: 4 Ways Employees Respond to DEI Initiatives [JULY 17, 2024] Recent research suggests employee reactions can be broken down into four categories: excited supporters, calm compliers, torn shapers, and discontented opponents. * CFOs plan to raise salaries 3.9% in 2025: WTW [JULY 17, 2024] U.S. companies are trimming salary increases as the labor market loosens, recovering from a pandemic period of high resignations, job hopping and wage gains. * HR Value Proposition: Examples & 8 Steps To Develop It [JULY 18, 2024] 78% of HR professionals struggle with the perceived value of HR’s worth in organizations, and a further 58% say their organization’s leadership doesn’t fully recognize the value of HR work. This is where an HR value proposition can help bridge the gap. Which article or topic interested you the most? Share your thoughts!

* Fears Escalate That Employees Will Put Corporate Data at Risk [July 07, 2024] New research reveals that trust in employees dwindling with more than 60% of security decision makers expecting employees to put corporate data at risk of a breach. * Job Scams Surge in 2023—Employment Cons Exploit Hopeful Job Seekers [July 08, 2024] According to new data from the Identity Theft Resource Center, there has been a surge in job scams in 2023 linked to the rise of artificial intelligence. * Paying International Employees: A Complete Guide [July 10, 2024] Discover what your options are when it comes to paying international employees, what the challenges are, and how much it's likely to cost. * HMRC worker wins harassment claim over unwanted birthday card [July 10, 2024] An HMRC worker won a harassment case against her employer after being sent a birthday card and over 20 other total allegations of harassment. * 8 Surprising Soft Skills SMBs Want in New Hires [July 10, 2024] Recent data from ADP indicates that small-to-medium sized businesses (SMBs) are taking a much closer look at what specific soft skills job candidates bring to an interview than they are at technical skills. Did a particular news or topic catch your interest? Share your thoughts on it.

* ADDIE vs. SAM: Key Differences To Master Training & Development [July 02, 2024] This article will explore both training and development models in detail, including their key advantages and disadvantages, when to use which model, and best practices for HR professionals when using instructional design models. * Judge denies 17 states’ request to halt pregnancy accommodation rule amid appeal [July 03, 2024] The court dismissed with prejudice an earlier challenge, and the plaintiffs appealed that ruling. * 3 Lessons from The Washington Post’s Leadership Turmoil [July 03, 2024] The leadership questions surrounding new Washington Post CEO Will Lewis serve as a case study in the challenges of bringing in an outsider to lead an organization, highlighting the importance of transparency and alignment with company values. * Why there is a place for employers to use NDAs [July 04, 2024] The government’s rejection of a ban on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in harassment cases was the right decision, say employment lawyers Laura Clark and Nick Hawkins at Knights. Now the focus needs to be on how they are used appropriately in the workplace. * Microsoft to pay $14 million amid allegations of retaliation, discrimination against workers [July 04, 2024] The tech giant has been accused by the Civil Rights Department (CRD) of penalising employees for taking protected forms of leave, including parental, disability, pregnancy, and family care taking leave. Did a particular news or topic catch your interest? Share your thoughts on it 💭