HR Topics
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Civility at Work
Discover how workplace and societal incivility have a negative impact on employees’ mental health — and steps SHRM leaders say organizations should take.
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.
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AI in the Workplace
Andy Jassy tells employees that AI will automate more tasks, diminishing roles. A SHRM expert says HR leaders must help lead workforce transformation efforts.
Recruiters are turning to generative AI to create better interview questions. Learn how AI can streamline interview preparation and tailor questions to roles.
A sweeping provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could block states from creating or enforcing AI regulations for the next 10 years.
Compensation and Benefits
A lack of salary information in job ads seems like an obvious deal-breaker for job seekers, but new data reveals the No. 1 red flag: insufficient time off.
Find out what one expert says will be the big total rewards changes in the next decade — including more technology, personalization, and responsibilities.
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.
Although beneficial, employer wellness programs are often exclusionary. Here are six ways employers can ensure programs serve people of all abilities.
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.
A combination of family, work and social stressors can contribute to burnout, which can impact workers at all levels, including business leaders.
Talent Acquisition
Explore strategies to address the U.S. labor shortage at SHRM25. Join Justin Ladner's session for insights on workforce planning and talent solutions.
The Trump administration’s reversal on pausing workplace immigration raids has created uncertainty. Prepare for I-9 audits and enforcement actions.
The U.S. Department of State announced June 18 that it is restarting the suspended visa application process for foreign students and exchange visitors.
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