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Incivility Takes a Hit on Worker Mental Health, SHRM Data Finds

Discover how workplace and societal incivility have a negative impact on employees’ mental health — and steps SHRM leaders say organizations should take.

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How Return-to-Office Mandates Are Affecting Workplace Civility

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.

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7 Trends That Will Shape HR in 2025

Explore 2025 HR trends, from skills-based hiring and AI's role to people analytics and financial wellness. Discover how adaptability drives workforce success.

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Incivility Hits Highest Level This Year—and Is Costing Employers Billions

Political differences are fueling record-high rates of incivility, according to SHRM’s Q4 Civility Index.

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Unlocking the Power of AI: Where HR Is Headed, and How to Get There

In a recent webinar, SHRM leaders shared tips on how HR can unlock the power of AI without falling behind. Learn where to start and how to achieve maximum impact.

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Trump’s AI Action Plan: The Impact on HR and Employers

The Trump administration’s new AI Action Plan and executive orders incentivize AI workforce readiness and address training, neutrality, and deregulation.

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For HR to harness generative AI effectively, keeping humans involved is key. Learn how to balance innovation with the irreplaceable human touch.

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Compensation growth accelerated higher than anticipated in the second quarter of the year, new government data finds, with wages and salaries growing at a faster clip than benefits costs.

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Explore four steps employers can take to build a compensation strategy that advances pay equity, including analyzing the importance of each role.

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Employers Eyeing Flat Salary Increases in 2026

Most organizations expect pay raises to remain steady in 2026, but some employers are preparing for a decline given economic concerns.

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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.

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Explore these steps to navigate anti-LGBTQ+ policy shifts while promoting inclusive dialogue and compliance in the workplace.

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