Claire Swinarski

23 hours ago | authorclaireswinarski.substack.com | Claire Swinarski

I respect all of you cozy-pumpkin-spice readers but I have to tell you, this time of year is when I finally start to feel like myself again. Iā€™m pretty sure if you cut me open youā€™d find Iā€™m made up of Birkinstocks, iced tea, lake water, and twinkle lights. May is a wild ride for all parents but I will toot my horn a little extra: all three of my children and Kā€™s birthdays all take place in a two-week span at the end of April/beginning of May.

1 month ago | hrdailyadvisor.com | Claire Swinarski

A toxic company culture doesn’t announce itself with a neon sign. It festers quietly—through whispered complaints in break rooms, passive-aggressive emails, or the slow drip of disengagement that turns talented employees into clock-watchers who can’t wait to bolt. Left unchecked, it’s a silent killer of innovation, productivity, and morale. But even the most poisonous workplace can transform into a thriving ecosystem.

1 month ago | authorclaireswinarski.substack.com | Maggie Smith |Claire Swinarski |Julie Bogart

It was as unsurprising as it was frustrating to learn that my books have been used by Meta to train AI. If you haven’t heard about this debacle, you can learn more here. This is not another newsletter talking about the danger of AI, or about theft of creative property, or about I Robot and all of its creepy future-telling. I signed onto a class action lawsuit, and I do think this is illegal, but today I wanted to suggest that we’re missing a much, much larger picture.

1 month ago | hrdailyadvisor.blr.com | Claire Swinarski

Middle managers occupy a unique and often challenging position within organizations. They are the bridge between upper management’s strategic directives and the operational realities faced by their teams. Despite their critical role, middle managers frequently encounter numerous obstacles that can hinder their effectiveness. Since they can often be one of the most important roles in the company, however, it’s essential to help middle managers grow and thrive within their role.

2 months ago | hrdailyadvisor.blr.com | Claire Swinarski

In an era where work-life balance has become a buzzword, the concept of a 4-day workweek has garnered significant attention. Some HR professionals argue that it enhances productivity, improves employee well-being, and could even be the future of work. But is this model suitable for every business? Here are some of the nuances of implementing a 4-day workweek exploring its benefits, challenges, and viability for different sectors.