Mar 10, 2024

Dear HR Professionals,

In today’s newsletter, we have gathered insights from the latest trends and breaking news in the field of human resource management. From performance reviews to turnover anticipation and the vacating of joint employer rules, there are several key themes that HR professionals should pay attention to.

The first theme that we will discuss is the need for performance reviews to reflect FMLA leave, as highlighted in the appeals court decision. This decision emphasizes the importance of aligning performance standards with employees’ FMLA-related absences, ensuring that they are not unfairly penalized for taking leave. This highlights the need for HR professionals to review and update their performance review processes to ensure fairness and compliance with FMLA regulations.

The second theme revolves around the anticipation of higher turnover in 2024, with 1 in 3 employers expecting this trend. In response, most employers are planning to hire to either grow or maintain headcount. This underscores the importance of strategic talent acquisition and retention efforts to address potential turnover challenges, including upskilling initiatives and a focus on soft skills in the hiring process.

The third theme pertains to the vacating of the joint employer rule by a Texas judge, which has implications for federal agencies and employers. This development underscores the need for HR professionals to stay informed about evolving regulatory changes and their potential impact on employment relationships and practices.

In addition to these themes, there are also emerging trends that HR professionals should consider. The focus on soft skills leading to faster promotions, the need for AI skills among employees, and the top factors driving employee engagement are all areas that HR professionals should prioritize in their talent management strategies.

Furthermore, the upcoming events and resources provided in the newsletters offer valuable opportunities for HR professionals to gain further insights and knowledge in these areas.

In conclusion, staying abreast of these trends and developments can be strategic and effective for organizations, as it enables HR professionals to proactively address compliance issues, talent acquisition and retention challenges, and emerging skill requirements in the workforce.

Thank you for your attention, and we hope you find this newsletter valuable in your HR management endeavors.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Sources:

1. Weekender: Performance review may need to reflect FMLA leave, appeals court says – newsletter@divenewsletter.com

2. Weekender: 1 in 3 employers say they anticipate higher turnover in 2024 – newsletter@divenewsletter.com

3. Breaking: Joint employer rule vacated by Texas judges – newsletter@divenewsletter.com

Stay Well!