Human Resource Knuggets

Jan 17, 2026

Email 1 Summary:

Subject: 117 HR Stats You Need to Know to Build a Better Workplace This Year

Sender: content@hrmorning.com

Summary: This email shares a compilation of HR statistics that help understand workforce and HR management trends for 2026. It promotes resources such as sample employee satisfaction survey questions, webinars on upskilling and future-proofing employees in the AI era, and premium resources like personnel document retention management. It also highlights coaching skills for managers to improve employee performance and the advantages of modern payroll software to enhance payroll accuracy and compliance.

Email 2 Summary:

Subject: 📓 where tf is my seat?s

Sender: ihateithere@workweek.com

Summary: A candid and engaging newsletter focused on HR challenges and workplace frustrations. It features Q&A discussions on topics like HR Directors struggling to get a seat on executive boards, leaders taking credit without recognizing their teams, and dealing with selfish bosses. Expert advice covers how to translate HR contributions into business language, demand recognition, and build influence. The newsletter is sponsored by Rippling delivering legal guidance on hiring international contractors and Workleap discussing innovative performance management beyond annual reviews. It invites readers to join the Safe Space community for support and deeper discussion.

Email 3 Summary:

Subject: Jan. 16 – Piece-rate worker can’t revive wage claim | Companies see more applicants

Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.com

Summary: HR Dive Daily Dive delivers recent news and insights for HR leaders. Key stories include a court ruling against a piece-rate worker’s wage claim, increased applicant volumes with 50% more candidates per role, and a staffing agency’s $185K settlement over pregnancy discrimination claims. Data from TriNet highlights workplace trends including AI adoption and Gen Z turnover. Gallup reports front-line supervisors often lack leadership skills due to promotion practices. The newsletter also promotes webinars and resources on workforce innovation, compensation, and benefits strategies.

Email 4 Summary:

Subject: Jan. 16 – Top workplace challenges for 2026 | PNC mandates 5-day RTOs

Sender: newsletter@divenewsletter.com

Summary: Talent Daily highlights workforce challenges for 2026 including culture dissonance and the effects of AI. PNC’s CEO mandates full-time 5-day return-to-office starting May 4, emphasizing remote work drawbacks. The email explores current job market dynamics, changes in state paid family leave benefits, and links to relevant HR resources. Reader engagement is encouraged through suggested readings and upcoming webinars focused on benefits trends. The newsletter provides comprehensive coverage on HR topics, talent management, compliance, and more, targeting talent leaders for strategic insight.

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