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11 February 2025
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a final rule updating H-1B visa eligibility requirements and other changes. They say it will give employers greater flexibility in employing skilled foreign workers. The new rule took effect January 17, 2025. This rule is a follow-up of the 2023 proposed rules to modernize the H-1B process and definitions. The following summarizes some of the changes.
During a recent ASE Talent Management Circle of Peers meeting, a member shared their success with organizing an employee book club. The club includes around 10 participants from various levels of the organization, from C-level executives to line supervisors and hourly associates. They have experienced numerous positive benefits as a result of the book club.
Non-exempt/hourly employees that travel on behalf of their employer may incur hours worked and must be paid for travel time. Last week, the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals rendered a decision finding home health aides should have been paid for time traveling between client homes. This is reported to cost them $7million.
Managers play a crucial role in guiding employees through their career development while also serving as key communicators between various departments and their teams. One of their most essential responsibilities is facilitating clear and effective communication, particularly when onboarding new employees.
Top skills recruited for employment include AI: HR managers have cited AI abilities as the most important hard skill in resumes in 2025, according to a new report, which indicated how AI is transforming the hiring needs of workplaces.
4 February 2025
Employee engagement is essential for organizational success. While data collection is common, effective action on that data is what drives real improvement. Drawing from a February 2025 Entrepreneur article, "Closing the Loop on Engagement: 3 Tips for Turning Employee Survey Data into Actions," and expanding on its ideas, here are key strategies to transform insights into impactful engagement initiatives.
On January 20, 2025, on his first day in office, President Trump issued several sweeping executive orders intended to advance his immigration agenda. These measures will undoubtedly lead to an increase in immigration enforcement operations within the United States.
Each year the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) releases their data on union “growth” rates. For decades, the rate has declined and continued to do so in 2024. Last week the BLS reported that the number of unionized workers as a percentage of the total workers (both private and public employment) fell to 11.1%. In fact, the unionization rate fell for both the private sector and government workers in comparison to 2023.
New executive order mandates FCA liability for illegal DEI: The EO requires that agency leaders “include in every contract or grant award”: (1) “A term requiring the contractual counterparty or grant recipient to agree that its compliance in all respects with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws is material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of [the FCA]”;
28 January 2025
As someone who has seen firsthand the impact of adaptability, I wanted to share with you five insights recently posted on hbr.org that create a competitive advantage by fostering change agility within organizations. I think 2025 will be a year of change for many of us, so this felt very timely.
Recent studies highlight a concerning rise in occupational fraud and dishonesty, signaling the urgency for organizations to implement robust deception detection training. The ability to identify deception has become a critical skill for HR leaders.
Cybersecurity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for organizations of all sizes. Only 34% of originations have a formalized cybersecurity program with an average cost of a cyber breach is $290,000.
Massachusetts requires pay reporting required by February 3: If you have operations in Massachusetts with over 100 employees, you are required to submit EEO-1 reports to Massachusetts. For more information go to Workforce Data Reporting FAQs | Mass.gov.
21 January 2025
Last week the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the proper evidentiary standard of proof for Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) cases is a “preponderance of the evidence” – not the higher standard of “clear and convincing evidence.”
The musical Wicked offers more than just a tale of friendship, betrayal, and self-discovery. Beneath its catchy tunes, dazzling costumes, and drama we can unwrap a metaphor for workplace dynamics and challenges faced by HR professionals.
If 2024 was the year of AI, 2025 will be the year of transformation. Industries, people, and workplaces are increasingly integrating AI-enabled technologies into their everyday operations. Training and Development (T&D) is no exception. Below, we explore key AI technologies transforming T&D and how they contribute to a more effective learning environment.
No need to send out 1095B or C: The Paperwork Burden Reduction Act (P. L. 118-167) modifies provisions under the ACA so that employers and health insurance providers are no longer required to send tax forms to covered individuals showing proof of minimum essential coverage (1095-B and 1095-C tax forms) unless a form is requested.
14 January 2025
Effective decision-making is one of the most crucial skills for leaders. Yet, many leaders struggle with making timely and effective choices due to the overwhelming number of options and the fear of making mistakes. The Emotional Intelligence Network on LinkedIn offers ten insightful tips to help leaders sharpen their decision-making abilities. I found them to be good reminders as we enter the new year.