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Workplace Harassment Persists as Silence Undermines Policies
A study of over 3,700 employees across five nations identified three core silence behaviors—staying silent, silencing others, and not listening—that strongly predict rising harassment levels. Despite widespread anti‑harassment policies, these silence signals keep misconduct entrenched, urging leaders to tackle cultural barriers to reporting.
Delta Air Lines paid $1.3 billion in profit‑sharing bonuses on February 13, representing 8.9 % of employee salaries – roughly a month’s pay. The payout exceeds the combined profit‑sharing amounts of all other U.S. airlines and marks the ninth year since 2014 the carrier has distributed over $1 billion. Delta paired the cash awards with company‑wide celebrations, including an IT‑floor party featuring DJs, karaoke and video‑games. Executives credit the generous sharing formula and a strong corporate culture for the airline’s superior profitability and lower cancellation rates.
Most high performers do not have a discipline problem. They have a regulation problem. You are not lazy. You are overloaded. Burnout is not a character flaw. It is a biological response to chronic stress, constant stimulation, and lack of recovery. That is why nothing feels...
New York City officials announced a $5.2 million settlement with Uber Eats, Fantuan, and HungryPanda for violating the city’s Minimum Pay Rate for delivery workers, compensating over 49,000 workers and requiring Uber to reinstate up to 10,000 deactivated couriers. Mayor Zohran Mamdani...
Greg Isenberg thinks 2026 is about to create 10x the number of entrepreneurs. Massive SaaS layoff wave, everyone starts building. He's probably right, but most of these new founders are going to make the same mistake I made for 4 years... They're...
The CEO AI Gamble — Why Half of Business Leaders Believe Their Jobs Depend on Getting AI Right With so much riding on AI success, many CEOs see getting AI right as crucial to their future — but that gamble...
Negotiations between the WNBA and the WNBPA are stalled by disputed financials, with the league reporting a $50 million loss in 2024 and warning of "hundreds of millions" in losses under the union's latest proposal. Meanwhile, the league has collected nearly...
Unpopular opinion: Data analyst job postings ask for Python. Data analyst jobs don't actually use Python. What you'll use daily: Excel — every single day SQL — every single day Power BI or Tableau — multiple times per week Python — maybe once a month This pattern holds...
when you upload your resume and it doesn’t ask you to enter the same info manually https://t.co/yg8OrzE01h
The episode discusses Co‑op’s new gender‑pay‑gap toolkit, launched with YHTL and Diversity in Retail, which will guide businesses from 2027 on identifying gap drivers, creating action plans, and improving recruitment, mentorship, and flexible working. Guest Jen explains that while UK...
Why future-fit #HR means owning the system of work @TPShub https://t.co/Grx3J5T6uY #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
As Paramount Skydance careens through one of the more pivotal chapters in its short existence, it appears to have talent problems.... https://t.co/ou55mmDguf via @variety
Nike’s restructuring of Converse has led to a work‑from‑home directive for many employees ahead of anticipated layoffs, highlighting the brand’s steep revenue decline and reliance on the Chuck Taylor line. Analysts on the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five debate whether...
Ransomware attacks jumped 32% in 2025, targeting manufacturing, health care, education and supply chains, while third‑party breaches accounted for roughly 30% of incidents. The surge has driven a rapid expansion of cyber insurance as companies seek protection against AI‑fuelled threats...
How LSE ditched legacy #HR for a user-first, #AI-powered future https://t.co/6HBPgTUgzQ @UNLEASHgroup #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
Foundations for Professional Business Practice in the #ageofAI #OnlineEvent @ABPsychologists https://t.co/f8fH8FO9u5 #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
EC‑Council announced its Enterprise AI Credential Suite, adding four role‑based AI certifications and an updated Certified CISO v4 program. The launch targets the estimated $5.5 trillion global AI risk exposure and a U.S. reskilling gap of 700,000 workers. It aligns with recent...
On February 6, 2026 the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would codify the first formal regulations for PAGA’s administrative procedures. The draft adds 34 sections covering notice specificity, a two‑tier filer‑designation system,...
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction preventing Bakersfield College from disciplining history professor Daymon Johnson for his anti‑DEI speech, while still allowing the college to require mandatory DEI training for faculty screening committee service. Johnson, who leads the right‑leaning...
Skillsoft announced a grant of 95,000 restricted stock units to Bernard Barbour, its newly appointed Chief Technology and Product Officer. The RSUs vest 50% ratably over four years, with the remaining portion contingent on meeting revenue‑growth targets by January 1, 2029. The...
Italy’s AI Act (Law No. 132) became effective on 10 October 2025, making Italy the first EU nation with a comprehensive national AI framework. The law classifies AI systems used for employment decisions as high‑risk, mirroring the EU AI Act, and imposes strict...
Ryan McCormack’s February 2026 Operational Excellence Mixtape warns that change fatigue is eroding continuous‑improvement efforts. He urges leaders to anchor teams to core values, embed quality as the operating architecture, and use process confirmation to lock improvements into daily work, citing Toyota’s...
Korn Ferry is partnering with the LA28 organizing committee to recruit roughly 5,000 employees for the 2028 Summer Olympics, targeting agile skillsets and strong soft‑skills. The firm is shaping an employee value proposition that brands the roles as a “job...
The post‑2020 DEI surge, driven by social unrest, led many firms to adopt quick, surface‑level initiatives rather than sustained change. DEI practitioner Lily Zheng argues that these flash‑in‑the‑pan programs proved ineffective and flooded consultants with low‑quality, performative requests. Her new...
The State of TA 2026 As the talent acquisition landscape continues to evolve, your perspective plays a key role in shaping what comes next. By taking part in this survey, you’ll have the option to opt in for first access to the...
The music industry saw a wave of senior appointments and hires across multiple firms as of February 20, 2026. Culture Wave added several managers and a digital marketing coordinator while promoting an artist manager. Warner Chappell Music Italy elevated internal A&R...
Hirevue unveiled Assessment Builder, a new tool that lets talent‑acquisition teams create role‑specific, scientifically validated hiring assessments in minutes. The platform leverages AI to parse job descriptions and generate skill‑based evaluations while offering the choice between AI‑scored and fully manual...
In 2026 recruitment marketing has shifted from static job posts to immersive video storytelling, making video editing a core competency for HR teams. The article outlines seven editing styles—from basic cuts to interactive formats—each tailored to specific recruitment goals and...
Dr. Sriman Swarup warns that the hourly rate in locum tenens contracts is often the least critical factor. He emphasizes that contract clarity—especially around responsibility for cancellations, payment guarantees, and termination triggers—determines whether an assignment is viable. Ambiguous language typically...
AI Made Your Behavioral Questions Useless Every candidate you’re interviewing has been coached by AI — and your behavioral questions can’t screen for that anymore. The shift the best hiring teams are making: ditch ‘tell me about a time’ and replace it...
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed an NLRB Gissel bargaining order requiring Garten Trucking to negotiate with the Association of Western Pulp and Paper Workers, even though the union lost the representation vote 65‑30. The union...
Hand Picked Hotels announced three senior appointments for its Channel Islands division. Will Jackson will serve as general manager of L’Horizon Hotel & Spa in Jersey, José Simoes as hotel manager of Braye Beach Hotel in Alderney, and Jaime Short...
B2BMX 2026’s Leadership & Culture track spotlights how modern CMOs are reshaping teams to drive growth, featuring sessions on playbooks, lead‑gen risk mitigation, and social selling. Speakers include Ricky Abbott, May Petry, Uky Chong, Sarah Icely Hill, and Darren McKee, who...
Growing fast is a problem most founders want. I hit it last year and it broke our ops, cash flow, and hiring plan. Here’s what fixed it: refocus on your core offer, build repeatable systems, track CAC and LTV weekly, and hire...
In this episode of HRchat, host Bill Banham and HR thought‑leader Perry Timms discuss a new HR operating model built on product thinking, systems design, and behavioural science, urging HR leaders to design for constant change. They illustrate how treating...
Indeed Hiring Lab’s Q4 2025 vertical report shows mixed labor‑market signals across five U.S. sectors. Transportation and retail posted year‑over‑year declines in job openings, while wages in both categories rose faster than the aggregate market. Business‑to‑business and healthcare remained above pre‑pandemic...
The SAP SuccessFactors HCM implementation blog post outlines the ten most common execution risks and offers practical mitigation strategies based on the author’s experience. Risks highlighted include scope creep, data migration challenges, integration complexities, change‑management shortcomings, and insufficient testing. The...
The UK Supreme Court ruled on Feb. 13 that trans individuals may use bathrooms matching their gender identity in public venues but not in the workplace. Employers must therefore maintain mixed‑sex facilities while still offering single‑sex rooms, and the decision...
Several thought provoking statements from @svembu speaking at @zoho's analyst conference. The idea that “the economy is going to be human operated” even as AI takes over predictable tasks. The prediction that brands will soon compete almost entirely on the empathy and...
New Bureau of Labor Statistics data reveal that 306,800 workers participated in 30 major work stoppages in 2025, a 13% rise from the previous year. Public‑sector strikes dominated, accounting for 17 of the incidents, while private‑sector actions included a 46‑day...
The 2026 Recruitment Marketing Benchmark Report reveals that recruiting costs rose even as the labor market softened. Cost‑per‑click (CPC) climbed to a median of $0.95 in 2026, while apply rates improved to 5.19% but did not lower cost‑per‑applicant. Shrinking organic...
In 2026 CEOs face heightened political, economic and technological uncertainty, prompting a shift toward five core leadership priorities: clarity, culture of ownership, strategic talent management, inclusive decision‑making, and humble change leadership. Craig Weber and David Friedman argue that CEOs must...
The HR Happy Hour Media Network announced the launch of a new podcast, The HR Connection, aimed at HR leaders and business executives in small to mid‑size companies (1‑500 employees). Hosted by Sabrina Baker, founder of Acacia HR Solutions, and...
Talent acquisition leaders are urged to abandon pure hiring‑productivity metrics and adopt a capacity‑focused model that delivers strategic, value‑based services. By centralizing enablement functions, automating administrative tasks, and simplifying interview processes, firms can free recruiters for genuine candidate engagement. Cost...
Non-degree credentials are surging in popularity, but are they adding value for the learners that are earning them? To dig into this question, @JSelingo and I sat down with @mattsigelman , CEO of the Burning Glass Institute, a research organization...
Hustle culture can lead to burnout and reduced productivity. Working smarter, not harder, and prioritizing mental health and well-being often lead to better results in the long run. 💡
The latest "From Lawyer to Employer" podcast episode tackles arbitration clauses in employment contracts, featuring host and Emily McDonough Souza. It outlines arbitration’s speed, privacy, and legal focus while warning against treating it as a default solution. The discussion highlights...
Just as fear and panic will cause businesses pull back spending and bring about a recession, the fear and panic being spread about AI is causing managers to pull back on hiring. (My latest in @forbes) https://t.co/5oeVL6Kwyj
Some news: Workers at a Patagonia in NYC file for a union election. They're organizing with RWDSU, which kicked off the union campaign at REI a few years ago. https://t.co/Duz0shxKqq
A free calculator, TheGreatDisplacement.ai, predicts the exact year AI will replace an individual’s job using data from Goldman Sachs, Gartner and the World Economic Forum. Forecasts indicate up to 300 million jobs could be displaced globally, with 20 % of organizations expected...
International Monetary Fund: Key learnings from the latest report for #HRleaders @UNLEASHgroup https://t.co/9mnBKR8WTT #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
