Background checks in 2026 are increasingly focused on fairness, transparency, and strict compliance with evolving state laws, featuring expanded "Ban the Box" rules, "Clean Slate" automatic record sealing in more states (like VA, DC), stricter look back periods (e.g., Philadelphia), and requirements for individualized assessments before conditional job offers, pushing employers to use tech for...
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Thankfulness is the quickest path to joy" -Jefferson Bethke
"Bravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared to death." — General Omar Bradley
If you’re a CHRO stepping into 2026, you’re walking into one of the most complex people-leadership landscapes in decades. AI adoption is skyrocketing, skills are going obsolete faster than companies can train and burnout rates remain alarmingly high. On top of that, traditional hiring assessments often fail to predict role success and poor candidate experiences...
Agency plans will change significantly in the coming days and weeks if Congress fails to reopen government. As the government shutdown continues into its second week, federal agencies will soon be revising their responses and sending home tens of thousands of additional staff. Many agencies across government are currently leaning on carryover funds, those previously...
Politics and the workplace
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HR must handle politics at work by establishing clear, legally compliant policies, fostering a culture of respect, and training managers to address conflicts promptly. While private employers have significant control over workplace conduct, they must be aware of federal and state laws that protect certain employee activities and expression. Develop and communicate clear policies HR...
“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.” — Jimmy Johnson
Key HR topics for the 2nd half of 2025 are strategic workforce planning and adapting to the evolving skills landscape. This includes addressing the skills gap, potentially through skills-based hiring and continuous learning programs, as well as navigating the impact of AI and automation on the workplace. Another important area is employee well-being and mental...