HR Topics
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Civility at Work
Learn how RTO mandates are contributing to increased incivility among workers, according to SHRM’s latest Civility Index, and explore what employers can do to help.
Explore 2025 HR trends, from skills-based hiring and AI's role to people analytics and financial wellness. Discover how adaptability drives workforce success.
Political differences are fueling record-high rates of incivility, according to SHRM’s Q4 Civility Index.
The need for civility is as great as ever, now that Election Day is over. HR can encourage civil conversations.
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AI in the Workplace
Learn how Gen Z’s focus on well-being, desire for optimization, and anxiety about AI are shaping the future of work.
SHRM’s 2025 Talent Trends survey indicates fierce competition for top talent, explores AI's role in recruiting, and shows how flexibility attracts candidates.
SHRM’s Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP, will lead a panel discussion with talent acquisition experts on key recruiting trends at SHRM Talent 2025.
Compensation and Benefits
Learn how some employers are sweetening the pot when it comes to return-to-office plans with perks such as free food, commuter benefits, and child care support.
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Inclusion and Diversity

EO Impact Zone: A Guide for HR Leaders
Inclusion and diversity are essential for creating thriving workplaces and communities. These principles drive innovation, foster collaboration, and ensure every individual feels valued and empowered.
Explore how recent executive orders impact I&D initiatives and discover SHRM’s BEAM framework—a practical, merit-based approach to creating truly inclusive workplaces.
March 12 is Equal Pay Day in 2024, marking how far into the new year women must work to earn what men earned in the previous year. Employers can help rectify gender-based pay inequities by conducting pay audits, and a new SHRM survey found that most employers do regularly audit for pay equity, especially as it relates to gender disparities.
Talent Acquisition
SHRM’s 2025 Talent Trends survey indicates fierce competition for top talent, explores AI's role in recruiting, and shows how flexibility attracts candidates.
SHRM’s Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP, will lead a panel discussion with talent acquisition experts on key recruiting trends at SHRM Talent 2025.
Discover key recruitment marketing trends for 2025, including AI-driven engagement, employer branding, and the evolving role of job boards.
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