Human Resource Knuggets
Mar 31, 2026
- Subject: Zombie Projects: 6 Solutions to a Big Productivity Drain in Your Workplaces
Sender: content@hrmorning.comD
Key Points:
- Zombie projects are slow or stalled projects that waste resources without solving problems.
- Workforce management software can streamline scheduling and approvals to enhance productivity.
- Upcoming webinar on 2026 workplace compliance trends featuring a Harvard Law expert.
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Additional resources: HR leader’s ADA and PWFA management guide, kindness in the workplace tips, and coaching skills for managers.
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Subject: March 30 – DOL wants H-1B wage rate hikes | Trump targets contractor DEIs
Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.comD
Key Points:
- Department of Labor aims to increase H-1B visa holder wages to prevent program abuse, potentially disrupting skilled worker hiring.
- Trump administration mandates federal contractors drop DEI initiatives or risk contract cancellations by April 25.
- EEOC highlights a $15M settlement resolving COVID-19 vaccine bias claims.
- New research warns that changes to Medicaid work requirements could lead to 10 million disenrollments.
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Featured resources on employee engagement, total rewards trends, mental health promotion, AI in the workplace, and HR-led mentoring to reduce attrition.
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Subject: [Live Tomorrow] See 3x use cases for AI in HRs
Sender: david.rice@peoplemanagingpeople.comD
Key Points:
- Webinar showcasing how AI can elevate manager effectiveness, speed HR/business decision-making using unified data, and provide secure, governed AI solutions.
- Speakers include Josh Rod from HiBob (AI Product Marketing Lead) and Tim Fisher (VP of AI), discussing practical AI adoption in HR.
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Event scheduled for March 31, 2026, at 11 AM ET, targeting HR leaders curious about AI applications.
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Subject: March 30 – What makes an exceptional leader? | Trump orders contractors to dump DEIs
Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.comD
Key Points:
- Research shows employees value leaders who exhibit genuine daily appreciation and empathy.
- Review of recent HR news: changes to performance reviews, government DEI restrictions, and escalations in H-1B wage rates.
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Additional readings on LinkedIn livestream restrictions, retail leaders’ AI adoption, and workplace culture transformation in Dayton.
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Subject: 📓 Behind the Scenes: What you missed at Transform and how to catch up quick!
Sender: ihateithere@workweek.comD
Key Points:
- Highlights from the Transform conference focusing heavily on AI and the human+AI equation.
- Themes included maintaining community in HR, thought leadership tips for content creation, ongoing DEI work despite pushback, and the link between wellbeing and high performance.
- Notable sessions on DEI rollbacks and wellbeing culture featuring wellbeing statistics and leadership advice.
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Announced upcoming virtual Transform debrief to share insights even with those who did not attend.
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Subject: March 30 – SCOTUS debates arbitration exemption | DOL seeks to hike H-1B wage rates
Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.comD
Key Points:
- Supreme Court debates whether intrastate drivers fall outside Federal Arbitration Act exemption, impacting arbitration clauses.
- DOL’s renewed effort to increase H-1B visa wages may disrupt employers hiring skilled workers.
- Trump administration demands federal contractors cease racially discriminatory DEI activities to avoid contract cancellations.
- EEOC reports a $15M settlement over COVID-19 vaccine bias claims.
- Upcoming DOL joint employer rule might be more employer-friendly.
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National Partnership report highlights paid sick leave as a DEI issue due to state policy geography.
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Subject: Download your 2026-27 compliance calendars
Sender: hrmonline@ahri.com.auD
Key Points:
- Australian HR professionals encouraged to download the 2026-27 compliance guide covering key legislative changes in gender equality reporting and paid parental leave.
- Case study of Unilever CHRO’s career development towards global leadership.
- Sponsored AI maturity assessment quiz for HR readiness benchmarking.
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News on evolving HR operating models, inclusive strategies at Bunnings, and leadership lessons from BHP’s CPO.
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Subject: Compliance Training Your Team Won’t Hate
Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.comD
Key Points:
- EasyLlama offers engaging, customizable compliance training courses that improve employee retention and reduce risk.
- Training includes 425+ courses with real-life scenarios tailored to company roles and policies.
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Free preview available to see how training drives behavior change instead of passive completions.
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Subject: 2026 Workplace Compliance Trends to Watch
Sender: content@hrmorning.comD
Key Points:
- Upcoming April 8 webinar with Harvard faculty Dr. Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio covering legal, regulatory, and policy trends impacting workplace compliance in 2026+.
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Additional resources include a guide to managing ADA and PWFA compliance, and modernization of FMLA management processes.
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Subject: Eliminate Burnout and Boost Efficiency: Learn How Modern AP Solutions Create Happier, Higher-Performing Teams
Sender: content@resourcefulfinancepro.comD
Key Points:
- Webinar focused on finance team burnout, featuring data-driven strategies to enhance efficiency and employee wellbeing through modern accounts payable solutions.
- Additional sponsorships covering next-gen financial planning and close strategies for diversified enterprises from industry leaders.
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