Feb 20, 2026

1. Email from Korn Ferry Institute discusses recent leadership news:
2. January saw significant jobs growth, possibly signaling improvement for job seekers.
3. Some companies consider replacing large business software vendors with AI solutions, affecting the $600 billion industry.
4. About 1 in 6 workers use dating apps for professional networking.
5. Tips for “night owl” workers and calming nerves before job interviews are shared.

6. Includes links to articles on these topics and a sign-up for leadership newsletters.

7. HRMorning offers a live, interactive 60-minute training on managing performance without micromanaging:

8. Focus on building accountability and trust.
9. Learn to set clear expectations, coach for outcomes, and address performance gaps without harm.
10. Helps managers empower employees and maintain momentum.

11. Registration link provided.

12. HR Dive announces webinar on scaling HR aligned with business growth:

13. Scheduled for Thursday, February 26th, 2 p.m. ET.
14. Topics include how HR should evolve with growing businesses, challenges in HR strategy development, and practical HR strategy development.
15. Industry experts will share insights.

16. Registration link included.

17. HR Dive Daily Dive newsletter covers:

18. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime case involving almost $6 million in claims against a homecare company for misclassifying employees.
19. Five stories about alleged discrimination against men in the workplace.
20. Advice on managing talent strategies during the DEI landscape crisis.
21. DOL’s AI literacy framework encouraging experiential and human skills learning.
22. Resources on mentoring programs, AI workplace impacts, employee engagement, and total rewards.

23. Upcoming virtual events on compliance and leadership models.

24. HRMorning Special Edition focuses on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) retaliation risks:

25. Highlights case where employee fired after requesting FMLA leave claimed retaliation.
26. Offers a free step-by-step FMLA compliance checklist.
27. Provides access to FMLA supervisor training.
28. Promotes use of J.J. Keller’s online platform for leave tracking and reporting.

29. Includes unsubscribe option and privacy details.

30. HR Dive Talent Daily newsletter highlights:

31. Gen X employees may help bridge generational gaps at work.
32. Reports show skills evolve too rapidly for current training cycles, especially IT.
33. Department of Labor grants $145 million for apprenticeship incentive programs tied to pay-for-performance.
34. Calls for participation in 2026 Identity of HR Survey.
35. Discussion of alleged discrimination against men.
36. Links to articles on AI’s impact on employability and leader responses to crises.

37. Upcoming virtual events for employer compliance and leadership.

38. HR Dive Trendline report on employee engagement drivers:

39. Pay alone insufficient; underutilized skills are a major engagement issue.
40. Nearly 7 in 10 workers feel their skills are not fully used.
41. HR leaders optimistic about improving engagement.
42. Career path clarity crucial to millennial retention.

43. Report is supported by sponsors and offers insight for HR leaders.

44. HR Dive Compensation & Benefits Weekly includes:

45. Coverage on workers’ retirement concerns with recent reports.
46. Details on DOL’s case involving $6 million in overtime misclassification claims.
47. Invitation to participate in 2026 Identity of HR survey.
48. Advice on balancing benefit costs with employee well-being leveraging AI.
49. Article highlighting that being a long-tenured CEO may limit raise size.
50. Reports that basic living costs exceed $100K in many major metro areas.

51. Upcoming virtual events on compliance and leadership growth.

52. ERE Media invites to Recruiting Innovation Summit in Atlanta, May 5-6:

53. Introduces Ask Me Anything Office Hours for personalized advice.
54. Attendees can bring real challenges and workshop solutions with industry veterans directly following sessions.
55. Emphasis on value of interactive conversations over traditional Q&A.

56. Registration link included.

57. Australian HR Institute newsletter covers:

    • New WGEA gender equality target-setting requirements for employers with 500+ staff.
    • Practical guidance and common questions answered.
    • Seven questions to consider before deploying AI tools to ensure accountability and safety.
    • Discussion on AI’s potential impact on team critical thinking.
    • Encouragement to approach HR dilemmas through systems thinking for strategic solutions.
    • Upcoming webinar for supporting women’s well-being and sustainable work.
    • Invitation to join AHRI member lounge and access professional resources.

58. HR Dive newsletter on chronic disease management by Form Health:

    • Form Health expands from obesity care into cardiometabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes and prediabetes.
    • Emphasizes clinician-led, evidence-based care targeting root causes.
    • Aims to prevent disease progression and reduce healthcare costs.
    • Promotes sustained results, improved quality of care, and benefits for up to 70% of populations.
    • Invitation to discover their clinical approach to improving employee health outcomes.

Stay Well!