The Human Resources Roundup
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The Secret to Crushing Your New Year Business Goals: Employee Performance
It’s January, and the energy is electric. New year, new strategy, right? Businesses everywhere are rolling out big plans for growth, innovation, and market domination. But let’s be real—no strategy, no matter how brilliant, stands a chance without the right people in the right places. The success of your shiny new business plan? It all comes down to employee performance.
Top Trends Shaping Human Resources in 2025
Human resources (HR) has always been the heartbeat of organizations. But in 2025, it’s evolving faster than ever before. Gone are the days when HR was just about hiring, firing, and filing paperwork. Now, it’s about building cultures, driving innovation, and creating environments where people and businesses thrive together.
So, what’s shaking up the world of human resources this year? Let’s dive in.
Celebrate mentoring this month
National Mentoring Day, marked annually on October 27 since 2014, shines a spotlight on the crucial role mentoring plays in nurturing career development across diverse populations. Whether you're a student, a recent graduate, or a seasoned professional in the C-suite, a mentor can provide invaluable guidance. This global event, initiated in the U.K. in 2014 and now celebrated worldwide, promotes mentoring initiatives and encourages individuals to either mentor or be mentored.
Increase in Job Postings Highlighting Benefits Signals Post-Pandemic Labor Competition
One noteworthy trend has taken shape with employee benefits becoming a more prominent selling point in job advertisements. Recent analysis by Indeed.com reveals an impressive rise in mentions of perks, soaring by over 50%, on the employment platform.
Ensure Productive Political Conversations at Work
Yet another general election political season is in full swing in the United States, with all of the trappings that they entail. Don’t allow political discourse at the office to turn toxic, it can put a real dent on the culture you’ve worked so hard to cultivate.
Lower Pay Raises Incoming for 2025
Employers in the U.S. are planning lower pay raises for 2025 due to cooling inflation and job markets, according to new reports. In 2024, roughly 47% of organizations reduced salary budgets compared to 2023, with the overall median pay raise dropping to 4.1%. For 2025, projections show a further dip to 3.9-4% in salary increase budgets.
What Clean Slate Laws mean for your small business
Clean slate laws are expanding across multiple states in the US, offering individuals with criminal records a chance to have their records automatically sealed after a period of crime-free behavior.
The hidden costs of employee turnover
Employee turnover is more than just a revolving door of people. It’s a silent drain on a company’s resources, affecting everything from productivity to company culture. In this comprehensive blog post, we’ll delve into the true costs of employee turnover and explore how HR consultants can play a pivotal role in mitigating these losses.
Unlocking Productivity: The Power of Summer Fridays
A “Summer Fridays” policy can be a valuable addition to a company’s benefits package, offering several advantages that contribute to employee satisfaction, productivity, and overall organizational success.
Understanding Increased Form I-9 Fines: A Guide for Employers
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently released updated fines for Form I-9 civil penalties, accounting for annual inflation. These new fines, effective for penalties assessed after February 12, 2024, impact violations occurring after November 2, 2015.
Human resources (HR) has always been the heartbeat of organizations. But in 2025, it’s evolving faster than ever before. Gone are the days when HR was just about hiring, firing, and filing paperwork. Now, it’s about building cultures, driving innovation, and creating environments where people and businesses thrive together.
So, what’s shaking up the world of human resources this year? Let’s dive in.