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Savviest AI users most likely to seek jobs elsewhere

03/10/2025
Researchers at the performance-management software firm Betterworks have concluded that, to retain top talent, employers should “foster an AI-positive culture and align AI proficiency with clear career growth opportunities.”

Job cuts surge on DOGE actions, most since July 2020

03/10/2025
U.S.-based employers announced 172,017 job cuts in February, the highest total for the month since 2009, when 186,350 job cuts were recorded.

Review development programs to ensure inclusion

03/07/2025
To protect against reverse-discrimination charges, thoroughly review all your training and development opportunities to ensure they don’t violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other anti-discrimination laws. Here’s what to look for when you review your development programs.

Should I stay or should I go? Job-change criteria ranked

03/03/2025
What would entice employees to jump ship to a different company? That’s the question the Gallup polling organization recently asked more than 10,000 U.S. workers. Four factors emerged as the most important.

DEI reversals could have long-term reputational consequences

03/03/2025
Recent research from Columbia Business School reveals that companies rolling back their diversity, equity and inclusion commitments may face lasting reputational damage, particularly among Black consumers.

Survey: Employers stay the course on DEI despite government pressure

03/03/2025
Forty-nine percent of C-suite leaders told the Littler Mendelson law firm they are not considering rolling back their programs as a result of President Trump’s anti-DEI executive orders, and only 8% said they are seriously considering changes.

Court blocks two Trump anti-DEI orders targeting private employers

02/28/2025
A federal judge in Maryland has temporarily blocked portions of two White House executive orders aimed at abolishing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in private-sector organizations, including federal contractors.

New DOL leadership hints at coming changes

02/24/2025
The first weeks of the Trump administration have been marked by dramatic policy reversals across dozens of Cabinet-level agencies. Expect more incremental change at the U.S. Department of Labor.

January job cuts lowest since 2022

02/24/2025
U.S.-based employers announced 49,795 cuts in January, up 28% from the 38,792 announced in December. This is down 40% from the 82,307 cuts announced in January 2024.

Embrace return-to-office as an opportunity to collaborate

02/20/2025
As the pendulum has shifted from a fully remote workforce to a more hybrid or full in-office arrangement, now is the time to evaluate how to create a workplace experience that fosters engagement and productivity.