Human Resource Knuggets

Jan 30, 2026

  1. Subject: [2026 Pricing Guide] Choose Your Applicant Tracking Systems

    Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.com

    Content Summary:

  2. Provides Software Advice’s 2026 Pricing Guide to compare top ATS tools like GoHire, 100Hires, and Workable.
  3. Includes details on pricing models, cost ranges, upfront, subscription, and hidden fees.
  4. Offers actionable tips for choosing the best ATS solution.
  5. Aims to help HR professionals make smarter, faster decisions about hiring software.
  6. Download available for an exclusive free guide.

  7. Subject: Jan. 29 – Engagement spirals downward | Noncompetes remain in FTC’s sights

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    Content Summary:

  8. Reports decreasing worker engagement since 2020 with 8 million fewer engaged workers.
  9. FTC seeks enforcement and education on noncompete agreements but no blanket ban expected.
  10. Discusses the evolving CHRO role and its paradox in 2026 with insights from Josh Bersin.
  11. Highlights 2026 DEI priorities focusing on scrutiny-proof talent programs.
  12. Offers webinar invitations and infographics related to benefits and workspace design.

  13. Subject: 90-Day Workers? | Director Exodus | Effective Networking

    Sender: kf.institute@kornferry.com

    Content Summary:

  14. Highlights that 15% of new hires leave within 90 days and explores why.
  15. Notes a significant increase in board director resignations in 2025 compared to 2024.
  16. Discusses challenges in defining AI “cheating” in workplace applications.
  17. Presents five ways employees can leverage uncertainty for career growth.
  18. Shares networking insights from Korn Ferry’s CEO for professional advancement.

  19. Subject: Jan. 29 – HR pros still don’t trust AI for decisions | ATS anxiety plagues applicants

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    Content Summary:

  20. Indicates persistent distrust among HR professionals toward AI in workforce decisions.
  21. Job seekers experience anxiety over applicant tracking system (ATS) screenings and optimize resumes accordingly.
  22. Emphasizes the importance of making talent programs scrutiny-proof to uphold DEI objectives.
  23. FTC hearing on noncompetes reflects more education than banning.
  24. Includes trending news coverage, upcoming benefits webinar, and resource links for HR leaders.

  25. Subject: 📓 your most expensive blindspots

    Sender: ihateithere@workweek.com

    Content Summary:

  26. Deep dive analysis on how healthcare, retirement, and benefits budgets are interconnected and impact employee trust and retention.
  27. Rising healthcare costs cause employee frustration and impact absenteeism and burnout; strategic, preventative care is essential.
  28. Retirement benefits need intentional design and clear communication to address employee financial insecurity and retention risks.
  29. Many benefits programs fail due to poor design and lack of alignment with employee needs; listening to employees is crucial.
  30. Advocates for integrated people cost management to forecast risk and support strategic decision making to transform HR from reactive to strategic.

  31. Subject: Sneak Peek: The RIS 2026 Speaker Lineup You Can’t Miss

    Sender: joshua@ere.net

    Content Summary:

  32. Announcement of confirmed speakers for the Recruiting Innovation Summit (RIS) 2026 in Atlanta.
  33. Speakers include leaders from Zip Co, Medtronic, eVolv, Riviera Advisors, Merck, and McAllister Machinery.
  34. Sessions will cover topics like AI in hiring, candidate experience, data-driven recruiting, responsible AI governance, and workforce analytics.
  35. RIS 2026 offers workshops, case studies, and office hours for recruitment professionals to enhance skills and strategies.
  36. Encourages early registrations as the agenda and more speakers will be announced.

  37. Subject: Jan. 29 – Companies say they plan to invest in leave | Does GLP-1 coverage pay off?

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    Content Summary:

  38. Reports nearly 75% of US companies plan investments in various leave types within two years.
  39. Study from Aon finds covering GLP-1 medications may reduce long-term employer healthcare costs due to fewer hospitalizations.
  40. Highlights pay disparities with artificial intelligence (AI) roles seeing compensation growth.
  41. Lists five hiring trends recruiters should expect in 2026 amid current market conditions.
  42. Offers linked reports, webinars, and curated reading on compensation and benefits topics.

  43. Subject: What 150 HR Executives Revealed About Benefits Strategy

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    Content Summary:

  44. Survey report explores benefits administration frustrations and solutions from 150 HR leaders.
  45. Key challenges include navigating enrollment choices, off-season engagement, and siloed payroll/HR systems affecting benefits experience.
  46. Emphasizes need for better decision support and integration to improve outcomes.
  47. The report is custom content by HR Dive’s Studio for a sponsor, aiming to inform strategic benefits improvements.
  48. Download available for detailed insights.

  49. Subject: Unilever’s CHRO outlines her key leadership lessons

    Sender: hrmonline@ahri.com.au

    Content Summary:

  50. Shruti Ganeriwala, Unilever’s ANZ/APAC Chief HR Officer, shares leadership lessons including balancing protection and service in HR roles.
  51. Discusses how she tailors HR initiatives for regional relevance and challenges executives respectfully.
  52. Offers a downloadable resource to help HR communicate impact effectively to boards.
  53. Features expert views on mental health intersection with misconduct allegations and managing the rising “infinite workday.”
  54. Includes invitations to webinars and professional development courses focused on current HR trends.

  55. Subject: Only one in four employees feel appreciated

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    Content Summary:

  56. The 2026 Engagement and Retention Report reveals only 25% of employees feel genuinely appreciated at work.
  57. Less than half of employees are committed to staying in their current roles.
  58. Employees who feel valued are 2.5 times more likely to stay; appreciation impacts career commitment up to 17 times.
  59. The report offers strategies to close gaps between intended and actual impact on employee engagement.
  60. Report and media kit available for HR executives aiming to improve employee recognition and retention.

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