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The top 10 reasons employers get sued — and how to prevent them
Neglecting to take federal and organizational policies seriously can lead to companies paying up big time, Mario Bordogna, partner at Bowles Rice LLP, told a SHRM audience. By Emilie Shumway SHRM25 attendees walk through the convention center on June 30, 2025, in San Diego, Calif. Mario Bordogna, partner at Bowles Rice LLP, spoke at a session…
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62% of workers left underwhelmed by their benefits, despite rising employer spend
Despite 79% of organizations increasing employee benefits spend in the past 12 months, 62% of workers struggle to see the value of what’s on offer, new Benifex research reveals. New global research from employee benefits and reward platform Benifex uncovers a ‘Values Void’ in current benefits provisions. While more than three-quarters (79%) of employers have increased investment in benefits over…
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How to avoid a war over the return to the office
At a time when conflict is growing over return-to-office mandates, Paul O’Donnell, Managing Director of CMP, considers how HR can defuse tensions and help shape a new ‘normal’ for working practices. More workers are feeling militant, ready to quit – especially women and parents. And the reason isn’t pay or benefits but the growing insistence…
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New study reveals ‘shadow AI’ trend: 54% of workers would use AI without company approval
More than half of employees say they’d use AI tools at work without their company’s authorisation, according to new global research from Boston Consulting Group. The findings highlight rising security risks, with nearly two-thirds of workers also feeling undertrained in how to use AI effectively. Article summary: A new BCG study reveals that 54% of employees…
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The Parent Penalty: Upgrade your maternity and paternity policies or risk losing talent
New research reveals that a third of employers are not adequately supporting new parents. Leadership coach Blaire Palmer urges HR to reassess their parenthood offering or risk losing valuable talent. By Blaire Palmer It’s not new news that recruiting and retaining employees is becoming harder. When the blame isn’t being placed on Gen Zs lacking loyalty, it’s…
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Gen Z myths exposed: It’s time to end the generational blame game
A decade’s worth of data across five working generations exposes the myth that Gen Z is the weakest link at work. Jessica Brannigan, Head of Enterprise People Science at Culture Amp, urges employers to stop playing the generational blame game and pay closer attention to the varying life and career stages of employees. By Jessica Brannigan…
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Snowflakes or Boundried? The truth about Millennial managers
Millennials now make up the largest group of managers in today’s workforce, yet outdated stereotypes continue to undermine their influence. Ella Overshott, Director of Pecan Partnerships, explores the real traits of Millennial managers, debunks the ‘snowflake’ myth, and offers actionable insights on how organisations can better support and empower this vital generation of leaders. By Ella…
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Ageism at work: Three ways to foster intergenerational inclusion
At work, do you actively seek the perspectives of colleagues significantly older or younger than you? Or do you naturally gravitate towards the opinions of those closer to your age? If it is the latter you are not alone. Here, David Bowes, Head of People at Insights, outlines the overlooked issue of ageism at work…
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Hushed hybrid: The ticking talent time bomb
Hushed hybrid is the latest pushback against rising return-to-office mandates. How should people professionals respond to this trend? Culture expert Deborah Hartung shares six ways to gain senior buy-in for greater flexibility. By Deborah Hartung Hushed hybrid is a new ‘work-around’ whereby managers are covertly allowing flexible working arrangements that go against company policy. It’s a…
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Gallup reports declining respect at work: What, now?
2025 research from Gallup shows feelings of workplace respect are at an all-time low. What are the implications for people professionals? HRZone columnist Blaire Palmer shares hard truths. Only 37% of US employees strongly agree they are treated with respect at work. Research by Gallup states this is a record low since it began measuring ‘respect’ in…
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