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Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from the University of Michigan.
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HR professionals wear a lot of hats, from writing and enforcing new handbook policies to orchestrating the company potluck. I love productivity, organization, and collaboration tools that allow me to switch between multiple tasks without losing my work. The web browser Arc and Google Workspace are my favorites. With them, I can separate different aspects of my job — like researching, writing, and administration — to stay on track with multiple priorities.
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5 Costly Payroll Errors and How to Avoid Them in 2026
There are a number of payroll errors that can cost your business big time. Explore the top payroll mistakes and how you can avoid them.
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How to Conduct a Skills Gap Analysis
Key takeaways A skills gap analysis is a structured process for identifying the difference between the skills your workforce currently has and the ones your organization needs to meet its business goals. Companies use skills gap analyses to prioritize upskilling, reskilling, and hiring decisions so they can adapt faster, reduce burnout, and remain competitive as…
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How to Make On-the-Job Training Work for Your Business
Key takeaways What is on-the-job training? On-the-job training (OTJ) is a practical way to teach employees new skills while they perform real work. It’s becoming more essential as companies face widening skills gaps, pressure to shorten ramp-up times, and increasing competition for talent. In short, OTJ training focuses on experiential learning—learning through doing—compared to offsite…
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What is an Employee Wellness Program?
What are employee wellness programs? See our complete overview including examples, benefits & how to implement a wellness program.
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Tips for Employers Planning an Inclusive Holiday Party (and Beyond)
Learn how to host an inclusive holiday party for in-person, hybrid, and remote teams.
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10 Tips to Run a Great Job Interview and Find the Right Fit
Key takeaways Interviewing well needs more than just asking good questions. It’s about creating a consistent, fair, and memorable experience that helps you spot the best candidate and leaves a positive impression. This guide walks you through nine proven strategies used by top hiring teams to make every interview count. Check out our Recruitment Software…
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How to Create a Remote Onboarding Program That Works
Key takeaways Consider the following: As a result, more and more companies have to change their onboarding practices to accommodate their increasingly remote workforces. However, traditional onboarding practices do not translate to the remote experience, as they rely heavily on in-person conversations and training. To prevent this, companies must craft an onboarding program that targets…
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AI in HR: 6 Ways Artificial Intelligence Impacts the Workplace
Key takeaways Browse our HR Software Guide for solutions with AI features to start streamlining your HR processes. What is AI in HR? Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to technologies that can analyze data, learn from patterns, and make decisions with minimal human input. It uses either machine learning or natural language processing to train machines…
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Employee Life Cycle: The HR Guide to Managing the Stages
Key takeaways What is the employee life cycle? The employee life cycle provides a concrete framework for conceptualizing each part of the employee journey, from brand awareness to offboarding. It consists of six stages an employee experiences before, during, and after their employment, including: In reality, the employee life cycle isn’t strictly linear—people move between…
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Employee Resource Groups: Definition & Implementation
Key takeaways What is an employee resource group? An ERG is an employee-led group formed around a shared identity, experience, or interest that builds community, advises leadership, and runs programs. Some of the most common include: They also go by affinity groups, business resource groups, or business network groups. Although a major component of ERGs…
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What Is DEI Training & How To Implement It
Workplace DEI training is critical to breaking down the barriers historically marginalized communities face before, during, and even after employment. Learn what it is, its effectiveness, and beginning strategies for implementation.
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What is a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)?
Key takeaways What is a performance improvement plan? A performance improvement plan (PIP), or a performance action plan, is a strategy companies use to help employees who are not meeting performance objectives. It typically includes a document outlining role expectations, areas for improvement, and SMART goals to help get performance back on track. Too often,…
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How to Create the Perfect Paid Time Off Policy
Key takeaways A thoughtful paid time off (PTO) policy isn’t a nice-to-have, but a cornerstone of employee well-being, productivity, and retention. Whether you’re drafting your first policy or refreshing an outdated one, here’s how to create a PTO framework that’s fair, compliant, and fits your culture. What is a PTO policy? A paid time off…
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An Employer Guide to Global Employee Benefits
Key takeaways Expanding globally? Your employee benefits strategy needs to evolve with it. This guide covers how to build compliant, equitable, and competitive global benefits, from statutory requirements to cultural nuances and tech tools that make it manageable. Take a look at our software guides for benefits administration and global payroll to browse tools that…
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Employee Benefits Guide: Types of Benefits to Offer
The right employee benefits will help you attract & retain top talent. See our guide on the types of benefits your company should be offering.