U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Remain Low

?States reported that 213,000 workers filed for new unemployment benefits during the week ending Sept. 17, a slight rise after five weeks of new lows. The number of workers continuing to claim... Read more »

Workplace May Be Key to Prevent Suicide

?A new report by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and United Suicide Survivors International showed that employers don’t want to talk about suicide. But the workplace may be the best place... Read more »

Adrienne Salvaggio: Learning to Train and Training to Learn

The following transcript is provided unedited. Adrienne: So I got into HR from an indirect path as it were, retail jewelry, teaching science to middle school kids. And then that turned into... Read more »

Dress Codes Evolve Following Pandemic

?As more employees return to worksites, some employers are rethinking their dress codes. That doesn’t mean giving up dress codes entirely, but handling violations can be tricky. “COVID changed the workplace and... Read more »

The Pros and Cons of Open Leave and Set Vacation Days

?The past few years have been tough on employees. During the pandemic, when many businesses switched to remote work, nearly 70 percent of employees reported working on weekends, and 45 percent revealed... Read more »

The Benefits of Using Inclusive Photos on Your Website

?Research has shown that a more inclusive workplace can boost innovation, productivity, collaboration and problem solving. It can also lead to a healthier culture that supports recruitment and retention efforts. While businesses... Read more »

How The iGaming Industry Has Led The Charge Towards Remote Working

The term ‘iGaming’ in the iGaming industry refers to the various forms of online gambling industries that currently exist, where people can place real money wagers online for the outcomes of certain... Read more »

How to Make Company Values Matter to your Employees

Company values are a critical part of your corporate culture. They can also help you keep the employees you value, and make your workplace (digital or physical) a healthier, happier place. But... Read more »

New York City Removes Vaccine Requirement for Private Employers

?New York City will no longer require private employers to direct workers to be vaccinated for COVID-19, Mayor Eric Adams announced Sept. 20. “Businesses up until this point have had mixed approaches... Read more »

Cannabis Is Still a Hazy Workplace Issue in Canada, Years After Legalization

?Since the implementation of Canada’s federal Cannabis Act in 2018, workplace cannabis use has been a hot topic in employment law. Many employers were, and remain, concerned about how to mitigate the... Read more »
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