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Evolving Paid Leave Laws Challenge Employers
Starting January 1, 2026, Colorado will offer 12 additional weeks of paid leave specifically for parents with infants in the NICU, a benefit separate from standard bonding leave, according to Parentol
Longevity Health Aims for Great Place To Work Certification
Longevity Health has committed 15% of its 2024 R&D budget directly to employee wellness programs, aiming for the Great Place To Work certification by 2026.
AI Expansion Fuels Unemployment Trends for 30-Year-Olds
In the past year, unemployment for 30-34 year olds in administrative and entry-level tech roles surged by 15% in major urban centers.
Understaffed programs hinder veteran job search in 2026
The Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program, a critical resource for transitioning service members, saw its participation surge from 120,000 in August 2022 to 210,000 by March 2026.
AI Fuels US Talent Surge, New Programs Bridge Skill Gap
On April 1, 2026, AECOM and Southern Methodist University launched a doctoral fellowship program focused on applying artificial intelligence (AI) to complex infrastructure challenges.
Office visibility now directly impacts career advancement and pay
Remote workers were promoted 31% less frequently than their in-office counterparts over the past year.
New Strategies Emerge to Tackle Leadership Gaps
Poor management and leadership cost the U.
Employee disengagement fuels disconnection, hurting productivity
More than half of employees, about 53%, are either passively or actively disengaged, contributing to an estimated $8-9 trillion loss in global productivity annually, according to ET HRSEA .
Ekiti State, First Bank disburse ₦50m to startups, MSMEs
In Ekiti State, 300 entrepreneurs and innovators recently received grants from ₦150,000 to ₦1 million, part of a ₦50 million disbursement by the state government and First Bank.
41 Women Gain Leadership Excellence, Crisis Management Skills
At a recent workshop, 41 female officials at Midland Bank PLC received specialized training in crisis management, a critical area for leadership excellence and institutional resilience in 2026.
Manager Engagement Falls to 30% in India Amid Quiet Shift
In India, manager engagement plummeted from 39% to a mere 30% in just one year, signaling a quiet crisis brewing beneath the surface of the global workforce.
Kemi Adeosun Launches Nidacity to Cut Startup Failures in Nigeria
Despite 76% of Nigerian ventures creating jobs and attracting an average investment of USD $93,651, former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun has launched a new private platform, Nidacity, specifically to
Job seekers use resume services to optimize for AI screening
Many job seekers now begin their application process not by writing, but by feeding their information into a resume builder, hoping to clear automated checkpoints before a human ever sees it.
Prepare and Conduct Leadership Reviews: New Approaches Drive Accountability
A recent Deloitte Survey (2023) reveals that 70% of employees consider their company's leadership reviews 'performative,' lacking real impact on executive behavior.
Michigan youth grant initiative tackles skills gap
Six months into Michigan's $3.
Future-Ready Leaders Navigate Volatile Markets with Adaptive Skills
Leaders spend nearly 20% of their time managing conflict, a stark indicator of the pervasive leadership skills gap undermining organizational effectiveness.
Midland Bank Hosts Leadership Workshop for Female Leaders
Forty-one female officials at Midland Bank PLC recently completed a specialized leadership workshop in Dhaka, signaling a deliberate move to enhance their professional capabilities and leadership role
ADA Opens Applications for 2026-27 Clinic Director Program
Applications are now open for the 2026-27 ADA Certified Clinic Director Program, a six-month professional development course for dentists, even as demand for certifications in AI and ESG project manag
Alight Launches Planner to Simplify Leave, Boosting 2026 HR Trends
Nearly two-thirds of employers in 2026 struggle with the complex challenge of managing multiple benefit carriers, a significant administrative burden leading to inefficiencies and employee confusion,
Mass. invests $14.4M in youth employment initiatives
The Healey-Driscoll Administration just committed nearly $14.
AI streamlines small business tax management, but most lag
Just 10% of small businesses have fully integrated AI into their operations, yet this small fraction accounts for a staggering 60% of the sector's recent productivity gains, according to a recent PwC
2026 Rubber News Best Places to Work Contest Registration Now Open
While some 'Best Places to Work' awards require no financial investment, others demand significant employee survey participation, creating a complex landscape for companies seeking recognition.
AI funding booms, challenging early-stage startups in 2026
In March 2026, AI companies captured over 60% of all US venture capital funding, amounting to $11.
Power Skills Drive Leadership Development Success in 2026
Las Vegas Sands has launched new workforce upskilling programs, including AI skills and leadership training for culinary and management staff.