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As 2025 begins, Resume Now’s International Career Regrets Survey highlights a startling but largely hidden trend: two-thirds (66%) of workers across the U.S., UK, France, and Germany regret their career choices. The survey of 1000 professionals reveals the most common regrets shaping today’s workforce: These findings point to widespread dissatisfaction and its implications for the […]
Question: We’re worried there may be an increase in worksite enforcement investigations. What can we do to prepare? Answer: There was a surge in worksite enforcement investigations in fiscal year 2018 by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and they’re expected to surge again. ICE uses the I-9 inspection program to […]
Kate Westrin, Head of PX (People Experience) Partnering, Product Engineering & Americas at Xero, a global small business platform, thrives at the intersection of people and purpose. Leading a global team, she collaborates with senior leadership to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce that aligns with Xero’s ambitious goals. With over 15 years of experience […]
It shouldn’t be surprising to anyone that people develop friendships at work. After all, work is where most working-age adults spend about half of their workdays. There are plenty of benefits to office camaraderie. According to a new MyPerfectResume Friendships in the Workplace report, 73% of employees credit their workplace friendships with improving collaboration, productivity, and […]
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), nearly 8% of employers use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to make employment decisions. The prevalence of AI technology in the employment arena shouldn’t surprise HR professionals with long to-do lists. AI can assist with résumé reviews, training, and employee evaluations. While AI can be a powerful tool, it can […]
Learning how to make your company relatable and attractive to Gen Z workers so they’ll want to work there can be a challenge for HR leaders, but it’s not impossible! Using social media will give you an advantage with this generation of workers. Here are 6 things you should do with social media to engage […]
A new survey conducted by Workplace Intelligence in collaboration with Hult International Business School illustrates the sour outlook employers have for recent graduates. The study found that 37% of employers would prefer hiring a robot or AI over a recent college graduate. This striking statistic reflects growing concerns about the preparedness of new entrants to […]
The opportunity for training and development is high on the list of the things today’s employees value and companies are taking notice. In fact, given the impact of technology and other external impacts, companies can’t afford not to prioritize training and development. Most are not. In fact, they’re investing significant time, money, and effort in […]
In today’s increasingly competitive job market, employers are continuously seeking ways to enhance employee benefits and attract top talent. While health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off are essential components of any benefits package, some companies are now offering a less conventional yet highly valuable perk: estate planning services. This benefit not only promotes […]
On October 14, 2024, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that the number of union organizing petitions filed from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024, increased nearly 30% from the same period the year before and more than doubled from the same period in 2021. Why Have Union Certification Petitions Increased? A significant […]