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What HR Needs to Know About Pen Testing

Penetration testing is just as important to the human resources department as it is to the information technology (IT) sector. Humans often cause data breaches, which is why HR professionals with experience dealing with workers are crucial. Pen testing helps HR and IT departments identify vulnerabilities in the security system and utilize that information to […]

HRDA Frankly Speaking: ‘AI Isn’t the Answer to Every Problem’

Few understand the AI landscape in HR like Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer of Lighthouse Research & Advisory, bestselling author, and seasoned SPARK speaker. HR Daily Advisor had the chance to sit down with Ben to ask our most burning questions about what 2026 holds for AI and HR and get a sneak peek into what […]

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Rethinking Employee Wellness: Self-Care, Mindfulness, and the Power of Play 

There is a real disconnect in the culture of American companies. A recent Gallup survey of Chief Human Resource Officers reveals that employee wellbeing ranks among the top organizational priorities of the year, however, it has yet to make a difference in the workforce as only 21% of employees agree their organization cares about their overall wellbeing. This is a record […]

EEOC Rescinds Harassment Guidance

On January 22, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) voted 2-to-1 to rescind the harassment guidance issued under the Biden administration. The EEOC submitted the rescission as final to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its approval on December 29, 2025, without public notice and comment. Harassment Guidance Issued in 2024 On April […]

Here’s What You Need to Know About HIPAA’s February 2026 Compliance Deadline

Updates to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) notice of privacy practices (NPP) are required by February 16, 2026. Below is an overview of what changes are required and how health plan sponsors can comply. Background HIPAA requires covered entities, including group health plans, to maintain and distribute NPPs that outline how a […]

The Great Escape: Why America’s Workforce is Trading the Corporate Ladder for Career Ownership

The “gold watch” era of corporate loyalty is officially a thing of the past. A new study by The Harris Poll and The Entrepreneur’s Source has revealed a major shift in how Americans view their professional futures. Today, 83% of people see business ownership as a viable alternative to the traditional 9-to-5, with the majority believing that being your own boss […]

Here’s Your Practical Guide on How and When to Use NDAs

As businesses grow, owners may increasingly rely on key employees and HR professionals to manage functions owners don’t directly oversee. Key employees and HR professionals are typically those employees who have access to important, confidential business information. These individuals often gain access to confidential operational details, employee information, and other sensitive data. A common question […]

HRDA Frankly Speaking: Why 83% of Workers are Done with “Employer Dependency”

The traditional safety net of a corporate 9-to-5 is fraying. A new survey from The Entrepreneur’s Source reveals that a staggering 83% of Americans now see business ownership as a more reliable path than a traditional job. Why? Because in an era of AI and sudden layoffs, workers are realizing that the biggest risk isn’t starting a business—it’s staying […]

Why Your Employees Aren’t Hearing You on Gen AI Transformation

Imagine a new technology poised to transform your organization — but its success hinges not only on the technology itself but on how effectively it’s communicated. That’s the reality for companies adopting Generative AI (Gen AI). As organizations navigate the complexities of integrating these powerful tools, one truth becomes clear: communication is not an afterthought; […]

Supreme Court Resolves Circuit Split in Reverse Discrimination Cases

In Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a rare unanimous employment opinion, held that placing an additional evidentiary burden on majority group plaintiffs was inconsistent with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Supreme Court precedent. In Ames, the Court examined whether, in order to establish […]