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10 Substantial Ways to Empower Women in the Workplace

Today’s offices look very different from the ad agency in Mad Men—and that’s a good thing, in more ways than one. From the #MeToo movement to fights over the office thermostat, we still have much room for progress. While keeping track of benefits and pain points for women in the workplace, let’s continue to develop […]

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AI, Upskilling, and Return to Office: Top 10 HR Trends for 2024

Despite rapid innovation and new capabilities, the function and fundamentals of Human Resources tasks remain largely the same. Year to year, however, HR professionals must keep up with emerging HR trends for 2024. Like last year, artificial intelligence and DEI will continue to make headlines in 2024, and. The past few years have taught us […]

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Scaling Up: Using Org Charts to Guide Business Growth

As your company grows, an organizational chart (aka org chart) becomes more and more critical. Loose structures help startups adapt and change, but growing companies suffer when employee roles and hierarchies are ambiguous or undefined. An org chart allows your business to stay organized and agile for change and growth. Discover how org charts should […]

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Never Too Late to Update: Critical 2023 Employee Handbook Updates

Even without big changes in your workplace, your employee handbook likely needs an update every year, including 2023. Employee handbook updates are becoming increasingly important, as we’ve previously talked about how, when, and why to update. Reviewing your handbook quarterly is best, but you’ll definitely need to check for outdated policies at least once a […]

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HR Tips for Managing a Multigenerational Workforce

While startups might employ workers from the same graduating class, mature businesses typically have a mix of older and younger workers. A multigenerational workforce is bound to have its fair share of ups and downs. Different generations bring their own attitudes to the workplace, shaped by personal experience as well as cultural landmarks from different […]

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How to Celebrate Pride Month Authentically in the Workplace

In the past few years, companies have become increasingly vocal in their support of social causes, organizations, and celebrations. One of the most prevalent and recognizable is Pride Month.  Like any diversity and inclusion effort from businesses, the support is welcome as long as it is authentic and not self-serving. How many companies actively support LGBTQ+ […]

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How to Promote and Measure DEI Initiatives Year-Round

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have been popular in response to social justice issues in America. For a real impact, DEI must go further than a politically correct press release or a single round of diversity hires. Your company will need a year-round commitment to succeed with DEI, but the changes can pay dividends […]

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Organizational Charts: Why Every Company Needs One

Efficient companies need to be well organized and dedicated to planning ahead. An organizational chart, or org chart, can go a long way in accomplishing this. An org chart allows you to visualize the hierarchy and connections within your workforce. Developing an org chart may highlight problems in the organization’s communication and workflow, but not […]

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Recession, Retention, DEI, and More: Top HR Trends for 2023

The last few years have been times of uncertainty and change—and there seems to be more uncertainty and change ahead for 2023. Even without pandemic shutdowns, near constantly changing circumstances create new challenges for Human Resources departments. Like every year, several HR trends for 2023 have emerged. Here are the top 10 HR trends for […]

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