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The Great Flattening: A Growing Workplace Concern

9 September 2025

The Great Flattening: A Growing Workplace Concern

Author: Linda Olejniczak

The Great Flattening – the trend of eliminating middle managers to cut costs, reduce bureaucracy, and streamline organizational charts – is rapidly spreading across industries. What began in the tech sector is now reshaping corporate structures in retail, finance, and even government.

EEOC Cases Alleging Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Violations

9 September 2025

EEOC Cases Alleging Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Violations

Author: Anthony Kaylin

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is still fairly new, and there are limited cases to guide HR in shaping policies and internal practices. The cases below, filed by the EEOC, offer insight into how the agency is approaching and reviewing allegations of PWFA violations.

The Rise of Job Hugging in a Time of Uncertainty

9 September 2025

The Rise of Job Hugging in a Time of Uncertainty

Author: Heather Nezich

In a time of labor market uncertainty, economic headwinds, and rapid advancements in AI, many employees are choosing to hold onto their current roles not because they are satisfied, but because switching seems too risky. This phenomenon, called job hugging, captures a shift in workplace behavior that carries significant implications for individuals, organizations, and the broader economy.

The Double-Edged Sword of AI: Productivity vs. Burnout

9 September 2025

The Double-Edged Sword of AI: Productivity vs. Burnout

Author: Dana Weidinger

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked both excitement and fear as it quickly becomes a standard part of our lives. Some worry it poses risks to society, while others believe it will revolutionize how we work and live. What’s undeniable is that AI isn’t slowing down; it’s accelerating.

Categories: EverythingPeople, AI
Michigan Appeals Court Quickly Follows Up on Limitation of Action Agreements

9 September 2025

Michigan Appeals Court Quickly Follows Up on Limitation of Action Agreements

Author: Michael Burns

On July 31, 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court restricted the use of limitation of action agreements by Michigan employers. For those who have not followed this issue, limitation of action agreements are used to shorten the time plaintiffs (employees) have to bring a lawsuit against the employer. The limitation of action agreement shortens the time employees have to file certain wrongful employment claims. While these claims are often allowed up to one year, or in some cases as long as three...
Quick Hits - September 10, 2025

9 September 2025

Quick Hits - September 10, 2025

Author: ASE Staff

Going PRO Talent fund cut by House budget bill: The Michigan House of Representatives has adopted a very aggressive budget that makes dramatic cuts in several programs to provide increased resources for roads, bridges, and state infrastructure. Among the cuts is the elimination of the Going PRO Talent Fund, a training grant program that manufacturers use to develop future skilled employees who will move manufacturing to the next level. According to the Michigan Manufacturers Association...
Categories: EverythingPeople
10 Questions That Will Help Shape HR Strategy in 2026

2 September 2025

10 Questions That Will Help Shape HR Strategy in 2026

Author: Heather Nezich

As organizations begin building budgets and priorities for 2026, now is the perfect time to take a step back and evaluate HR’s role. Budgets aren’t just about numbers, they reflect strategy. By asking the right questions today, HR leaders can ensure they’re focusing resources where they’ll have the greatest impact in the year ahead.

Categories: EverythingPeople
Blue-Collar Renaissance: How TikTok is Powering Careers in the Trades

2 September 2025

Blue-Collar Renaissance: How TikTok is Powering Careers in the Trades

Author: Lauren Cromie

With an aging workforce and fewer young people entering the trades than in previous generations, the need to attract and inspire new talent for these industries is greater than ever. Thankfully, trade workers have taken to the social media platform, TikTok, to share their careers, and it has proven to be an effective recruitment strategy.

Earned Wage Access Laws Trend Across States

2 September 2025

Earned Wage Access Laws Trend Across States

Author: Anthony Kaylin

In recent years employees have requested earlier access for earned wages than the normal payroll period.  With employees at times financially struggling, access to their earned wages outside of the normal payroll allows them flexibility to pay bills, rent, and other expenses in a timely manner. A recent study shows that 60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, making Earned Wage Access (EWA) a valuable financial benefit for employees. This is different than a payday loan which is a...
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) Handbook Policy

2 September 2025

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) Handbook Policy

Author: Michael Burns

A compliance-related employee handbook policy that is often overlooked is the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) policy statement. Though arguably not a required policy statement, it is a policy comparable to other policies on non-discrimination that should be in employee handbooks. These nondiscrimination policies tell employees, managers, and the world that the employer prohibits these forms of discrimination.

Quick Hits - September 3, 2025

2 September 2025

Quick Hits - September 3, 2025

Author: ASE Staff

Did you know? Baby boomers born in the latter years of the baby boom held an average of 12.9 jobs from age 18 to age 58, with over 40% of these jobs held from ages 18 to 24.  These  baby boomers held an average of 5.6 jobs while ages 18 to 24. The average fell to 4.5 jobs from ages 25 to 34; to 2.9 jobs from ages 35 to 44; to 2.2 jobs from ages 45 to 54; and to 1.3 jobs from ages 55 to 58. Sounds familiar to other generations?  Source:  U.S. Census 8/26/25
Categories: EverythingPeople
The State of Unions as Labor Day Nears

26 August 2025

The State of Unions as Labor Day Nears

Author: Michael Burns

Labor Day unofficially started back on September 5, 1882, when over 10,000 workers walked off their jobs and took an unpaid leave from work to conduct a march in New York City. Labor Day became an official holiday on the first Monday in September by an Act of Congress on June 28,1894.

Back to School in Michigan: Adult Education Opens Doors to Opportunity

26 August 2025

Back to School in Michigan: Adult Education Opens Doors to Opportunity

Author: Linda Olejniczak

Across Michigan, families are preparing for the back-to-school season. While much attention goes to preK–12 and college students, thousands of adults are also returning to the classroom, proving it’s never too late to learn, grow, and create new opportunities.

7 HR Superpowers Every Pro Should Master

26 August 2025

7 HR Superpowers Every Pro Should Master

Author: Heather Nezich

Every HR professional wears many hats – coach, advisor, mediator, strategist. But when you break it down, the best HR leaders all share a set of “superpowers” that help them handle challenges with confidence and impact. Here are seven worth mastering.

Categories: EverythingPeople
Can You be Sued for Sexual Harassment by a Non-Employee?

26 August 2025

Can You be Sued for Sexual Harassment by a Non-Employee?

Author: Anthony Kaylin

In a novel case going through the New York state court system, Julie Ormond, Legends of the Fall and Sabrina actress, is suing Disney, Miramax, and her former talent agency who she says failed to protect her from abuse. Ormond’s complaint sought to plead negligent supervision and negligent retention against Miramax and Disney, and negligence and breach of fiduciary duty against her talent agency, CAA, in an attempt to hold them liable. Ormond alleged that Miramax and Disney employed...
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