Human Resource Knuggets
Jan 31, 2026
Email 1:
Subject: 3 Big Reasons HR Must Prevent Harassment at Work Today | 2-Minute Videos
Content:
– Importance of HR proactively preventing harassment in the workplace.
– Legal expert explains why action must be taken now.
– Practical questions for evaluating performance management software.
– Sponsored webinar on Q1 compliance roadmap to reduce risks and stress.
– Blog advocating rethinking workforce planning for better agility, efficiency, and growth.
– Tips on managing difficult coworkers calmly.
– Premium resource: Guidelines to prevent and handle ICE raids including new Form I-9 information.
– Report on managing introverts and extroverts in the workplace to maximize productivity, dispelling common stereotypes.
– Contact info and subscription details.
Email 2:
Subject: Jan. 30 – How much PTO reduces employee turnover? | The HR outlook for 2026
Content:
– New study showing offering 6 or more days of PTO can reduce employee turnover.
– HR outlook predicts focus replacing fragmentation in 2026.
– Statistics showing time-to-hire increased in 2025.
– Notable news about Pinterest layoffs linked to AI investments.
– Webinar on top 4 benefits trends for 2026 by Studio by Informa TechTarget and Inspira Financial.
– Infographic and webinar resources about mentoring program design and benefits trends.
– Articles covering minimum salaries for non-competes, AI’s impact on work, and anti-bias agency changes.
– Invitation to share stories and register for upcoming HR webinars.
– Multiple channels for editorial contacts, advertising, and newsletter management.
Email 3:
Subject: 📓 when satisfaction is impossible
Content:
– Discusses handling chronically unhappy employees despite meeting their demands.
– Example of employee with pay equity issues corrected but still unhappy, spreading misinformation, damaging team morale.
– Replies from HR professionals suggesting deep listening, clarifying misinformation boundaries, and potential disciplinary approaches.
– Explores navigating workplace DEI regarding cultural inclusivity vs. endorsing specific religious beliefs.
– Guidance includes accommodation without endorsement, consistent policy application, voluntary participation, and clear organizational neutrality.
– Real case about considering religious and cultural nuances (e.g., Diwali celebration vs. South Asian cultural experience).
– Emphasis on education and context to avoid “othering” and promote inclusivity.
– Sponsored content from Spark Hire and TriNet regarding AI hiring tools and workplace surveys.
– Resources like offboarding guides and ongoing Safe Space community discussions.
– Fun sign-off encouraging readers to share their thoughts.
Email 4:
Subject: Jan. 30 – HR leaders optimistic amid change | Take the Identity of HR surveys
Content:
– Survey invitations about the identity and priorities of HR in 2026.
– Study findings: Nearly 75% of employees would stay longer with benefits tailored to their needs.
– HR leaders optimistic despite anticipating more change, focusing on culture and engagement.
– Report that workers receive only 2-3 hours of daily focused work time; meetings have doubled.
– Amazon announces 16,000 layoffs tied to culture shifts.
– Articles on talent trends, AI-driven layoffs, and combating negative AI effects at work.
– Upcoming webinar highlighting the top benefits trends for 2026.
– Links to extensive resources covering compliance, talent, learning, compensation, diversity, and HR technology.
– Multiple options to share, refer, manage subscription, and access more publications.
– Privacy and contact information.
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