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Emerging HR trends, compliance updates, recruitment and retention—everything you need to keep your organization running smoothly.

    Why “Redeploying” Your People Beats Layoffs
    Picture of Aidan Farrish Aidan Farrish | January 23, 2023

    The looming recession has everyone looking for the best ways to survive the economic downturn. Usually, that means cutting jobs. With Microsoft...

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    What Is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)?
    Picture of Sara Loomis Sara Loomis | January 13, 2023

    President Biden signed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act into law on December 29, 2022 and goes into effect June 27, 2023. The PWFA prohibits...

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    Quiet Hiring Is on the Rise—What Employers Need to Know
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | January 11, 2023

    To start the year, companies are after new ways to handle turnover, fill roles, and acquire skills. Quiet hiring might just be the answer. More and...

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    How to Choose an HRIS in 5 Steps
    Picture of Aidan Farrish Aidan Farrish | January 5, 2023

    An HRIS can revolutionize your HR position, but what is an HRIS? A human resources information system, or HRIS, can simplify your most...

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    How to Fill Out Form W-4 in 2023
    Picture of Sara Loomis Sara Loomis | December 26, 2022

    Form W-4 is crucial to employee tax reporting and employer withholding. This form got a major overhaul from the IRS in 2020, but there are some...

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    Key PTO Strategies: Rollover, Blackout Dates, and Block Leave
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 22, 2022

    While not legally required, PTO strategies are a vital component of organizational success. If a poor strategy is in place, organizations may find...

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    Why Are Pronouns So Important in the Workplace?
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 20, 2022

    Pronouns have become much more significant in our society as education has become more readily available. Organizations must understand why pronouns...

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    Template: HR Reminder for Team to Update HSA Contributions
    Picture of Aidan Farrish Aidan Farrish | December 20, 2022

    Each year, the IRS announces new maximum contribution limits for health savings accounts (HSA). Use this HR communication template to prepare your...

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    The Top 7 Free Courses to Boost Your HR Career in 2023
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 15, 2022

    **For an updated list, check out the Top 5 Free Courses to Boost Your HR Career in 2024. Employers and HR professionals can feel more prepared for...

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    HR Calendar 2023: Key Compliance Dates and Holidays
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 8, 2022

    From major holidays to key compliance and ACA deadlines, here’s everything you need to know about important HR dates for 2023.

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