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HR TechnologyWhen an HR tech rollout fails, the software usually gets the blame. But in most organizations, the real issue is not the platform. It is alignment. Leadership, HR, managers, and operations are often not aligned on what the system is supposed to solve or how it will be used. Until that changes, even the best technology will underperform.
News & ComplianceThe Latest includes a brief update on federal and state level news like DOL rewrites contractor rules, states advance retirement and workplace mandates, and courts reset union and biometric liability.
News & ComplianceIf you work in HR in California, you are not just managing people. You are managing risk. And in 2026, that risk is evolving. What stands out about this year’s employment law changes is not just the volume. It is the direction. California is continuing to raise expectations around transparency, accountability, and how employers use technology in decision-making.
Leadership DevelopmentGallup research shows that only about three in ten employees believe their opinions count at work, signaling open-door promises aren’t creating the space intended. Open-door policies came from the right place. They were designed to signal care, openness, and trust. But intent without structure no longer works.
Talent Management"Dear Ellie" is an advice column from someone "who’s been there, and done that". Navigating tough workplace dynamics? Feeling like your company’s not aligned with your values? Exhausted, overwhelmed, and in need of a fresh perspective? Ask a seasoned HR pro, Ellie.
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News & Compliance
The Latest includes a brief update on federal and state level news including what happened, the effective date, and what the changes mean for HR.
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Talent Management
Gallup research shows that only about three in ten employees believe their opinions count at work, signaling open-door promises aren’t creating the space intended. Open-door policies came from the right place. They were designed to signal care, openness, and trust. But intent without structure no longer works.
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News & Compliance
The Latest includes a brief update on federal and state level news.
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HR Profession
"Dear Ellie" is an advice column from someone "who’s been there, and done that". Navigating tough workplace dynamics? Feeling like your company’s not aligned with your values? Exhausted, overwhelmed, and in need of a fresh perspective? Ask a seasoned HR pro, Ellie.
Employee EngagementEngagement does not deteriorate slowly at the beginning of the year. It declines quickly and often quietly. By the end of February, HR teams are already seeing signs of disengagement that leadership did not anticipate. The issue is not that employees resist change or lack motivation. The problem is that January does not erase their memory. Employees carry the prior year with them, and they evaluate early leadership behavior through that lens. For HR, January is not a launching season. It is a credibility audit.
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News & Compliance
The Latest includes a brief update on federal and state level news including what happened, the effective date, and what the changes mean for HR.
Leadership DevelopmentLeadership visibility is about being seen. Leadership accessibility is about being reachable, responsive, and clear. Many organizations have visibility buttoned up: frequent communications, leadership updates, video messages, and open forums. But visibility alone doesn’t help when teams need timely decisions, clarification, or guidance.
