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Canada: Protecting a Business’s Valuable Confidential Information

6 days ago | shrm.org | Howard Levitt

HR must always include human intelligence and oversight of AI in decision-making in hiring and firing, a legal expert said at SHRM24. She added that HR can ensure compliance by meeting the strictest AI standards, which will be in Colorado’s upcoming AI law. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and the ensuing expected increase in productivity and efficiency, could help usher in the four-day workweek, some experts predict.
Flipping the Org Chart: The Quiet Power of Reverse Mentoring

1 week ago | shrm.org | Brian O’Connell

HR must always include human intelligence and oversight of AI in decision-making in hiring and firing, a legal expert said at SHRM24. She added that HR can ensure compliance by meeting the strictest AI standards, which will be in Colorado’s upcoming AI law. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and the ensuing expected increase in productivity and efficiency, could help usher in the four-day workweek, some experts predict.
Justice Department Launches Civil Rights Fraud Initiative

1 week ago | shrm.org | Allen Smith

HR must always include human intelligence and oversight of AI in decision-making in hiring and firing, a legal expert said at SHRM24. She added that HR can ensure compliance by meeting the strictest AI standards, which will be in Colorado’s upcoming AI law. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and the ensuing expected increase in productivity and efficiency, could help usher in the four-day workweek, some experts predict.
7 Tips for Dealing with a Firing Crisis

1 week ago | shrm.org | John Egan

HR must always include human intelligence and oversight of AI in decision-making in hiring and firing, a legal expert said at SHRM24. She added that HR can ensure compliance by meeting the strictest AI standards, which will be in Colorado’s upcoming AI law. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and the ensuing expected increase in productivity and efficiency, could help usher in the four-day workweek, some experts predict.
Career Development Gaps Frequently Drive Employee Turnover

1 week ago | shrm.org | Roy Maurer

HR must always include human intelligence and oversight of AI in decision-making in hiring and firing, a legal expert said at SHRM24. She added that HR can ensure compliance by meeting the strictest AI standards, which will be in Colorado’s upcoming AI law. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and the ensuing expected increase in productivity and efficiency, could help usher in the four-day workweek, some experts predict.
Employers’ 2025 Annual Pay Raises Have Been Lower Than Expected

2 weeks ago | shrm.org | Kathryn Mayer

More PromotionsAlthough annual pay raises are slightly lower than anticipated, other pay strategies are gaining steam this year. Considering smaller compensation budgets, 86% of employers are increasingly focusing on performance-based pay, Mercer’s data found. This year, employers expect to promote approximately 10% of their workforce, up from 8% in 2024, with an average pay increase of 8.5% associated with promotions.
4 Critical Skill Areas to Master for HR Success

2 weeks ago | shrm.org | Roy Maurer

In today’s fast-evolving business environment, CEOs are seeking HR leaders who bring more than just administrative expertise — they want strategic partners who can drive business outcomes. Among the most critical skills CEOs now expect are: Workforce planning to align talent strategy with long-term business goals. Learning and development (L&D) to cultivate adaptable and future-ready teams.
Why a 'Data First' Mindset is Key to Making AI Work in HR

2 weeks ago | shrm.org | Dave Zielinski

Why Data Hygiene MattersWhile investing resources in something as prosaic as data hygiene may not match the allure of purchasing a shiny new AI platform, experts have noted that data management is a critical step that is often overlooked at the peril of HR functions.
4 Ways to Recognize the Hidden Potential in Your Workforce

2 weeks ago | shrm.org | Roy Maurer

Bestselling author and workplace culture expert Adam Grant shared a personal example of discovering hidden potential at Workhuman Live 2025, held in the Denver area. “I was bad,” Grant told attendees on May 13, referring to his early attempts to be a springboard diver. “I was the worst diver in my school. But I was lucky that I had a coach who saw something in me that I didn’t know I had.” The coach motivated Grant, who kept at it and, three years later, was much improved.
When People Managers Should Contact HR

2 weeks ago | shrm.org | Jonathan Segal

Responding in the Moment How should people managers respond in the moment to an employee claim of sex discrimination? Consider the following possibilities. Suppose an employee tells a manager that Mark made a sexist comment. The manager responds, “That does not sound like Mark.” It may not sound like the Mark the manager knows, but the response is dismissive of the employee’s concern.