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Give Me A Break! Meal and Rest Break Requirements Governed by State Law

Q: Are there any exceptions to meal and rest break requirements? Can we allow employees to waive their meal breaks if they work six hours instead of eight? Federal law doesn’t require employers to provide employees with meal and rest breaks. Requirements for such breaks are often addressed under state law. As a result, break […]

HR Works Podcast—The Pay Transparency Playbook: How to Get It Right

Pay secrecy is a thing of the past. The new reality of pay transparency is changing how we hire, retain, and manage employees—and it’s a compliance trend no HR professional can ignore. In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Winans of Next Level Benefits to create a playbook for navigating this new era. Winan shares actionable insights on how to […]

Summer Support for Working Parents: A Strategic Priority for Employers

As the summer continues, working parents face unique challenges that ripple into workplace engagement and productivity. Bright Horizons’ newly released 2025 Modern Family Index reveals how family dynamics during the warm months directly impact job performance—and signals clear opportunities for employers to step in. Survey Outlines Key Challenges Key survey findings show: Stephen Kramer, CEO […]

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The Unattended Prejudice of Ageism

We live in an age of -isms.  Some communicate community and common interests, like feminism or nationalism. Many signal prejudice, oppression and alienation, like racism, antisemitism, nepotism, and sexism. Others simply categorize, like absurdism, cubism, and socialism. Some are ancient, like Catholicism, while others are newer, like lesbianism or transsexualism. Isms are philosophical categories that […]

HRDA Frankly Speaking: AI Success—Why Your First Step Isn’t Tech, It’s People

As AI continues to transform the HR landscape, a common question looms: How do you integrate new technology without disrupting employee engagement and company culture? Kelly Blackmon, Owner/Founder of B.E. Consulting and speaker at SHRM 25, offered a clear answer in his session, “AI-EQ: How to Integrate AI Without Disengaging Your Workforce.” His advice? When […]

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Here’s What Employers Need to Know About the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law a nearly 900-page bill that includes several provisions that will affect private-sector employers, including increased tax deductions, changes to Medicare eligibility requirements, and increased challenges to immigration compliance. Bonus Depreciation and IRC Section 179 Expense Limit The new bill—formally entitled, “An Act to provide for the […]

Strategic HR Leadership Through Uncertainty: Navigating Layoffs and Reductions in Force 

Workforce reductions are a harsh reality in Corporate America, with nearly 700,000 layoffs announced in the first half of 2025. Whether it’s a layoff or furlough, reductions in force (RIFs) are never easy, but with the right strategy, HR professionals can help organizations navigate this difficult process with care and empathy. Understanding the key legal […]

How HR Teams Are Actually Using AI: Real-World Applications and Best Practices

AI is no longer a distant concept—it’s a daily tool, increasingly embedded in how HR teams attract, develop, and support talent. As organizations push toward more agile, data-driven operations, HR departments are adopting AI to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver more personalized employee experiences. But they’re also grappling with concerns around privacy, bias, and […]

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HR Works Podcast—The Pay Transparency Playbook: How to Get It Right

Pay secrecy is a thing of the past. The new reality of pay transparency is changing how we hire, retain, and manage employees—and it’s a compliance trend no HR professional can ignore. In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Winans of Next Level Benefits to create a playbook for navigating this new era. Winan shares actionable insights on how to […]

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