Human Resource Knuggets

Mar 06, 2026

Subject: Global Conflicts | Pushing AI Use | Matching Skills with Jobs

From: kf.institute@kornferry.com

What under-the-radar questions could the new war force leaders answer? Why is “AI use” showing up on performance reviews? How can you tailor your current work skills to what firms are now looking for? Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry’s content team on leadership-related news.

Leadership and Global Conflicts

Whether leaders realize it or not, the new war poses numerous under-the-radar questions.

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Use AI on the Job — Or Else

Firms are shifting from the carrot to the stick, rating employees on their AI usage as part of performance reviews. Why leaders feel it’s a needed step.

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The Incredible Shrinking Hospital Stay

Outpatient visits for surgeries are expected to grow by 8% annually over the next five years, while hospital stays will decline. Are patients comfortable with this new norm?

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5 Ways to Tailor Skills to What Firms Want

Despite the tough job market, experts say firms want to hire — but there’s a serious mismatch in skills.

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Does Your Work AI Actually Think? That Doesn’t Matter

Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues that the bigger question is how humans respond when machines appear thoughtful.

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Subject: Protect your people, strengthen your business

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Subject: March 5 – NFL team settles harassment claims | HR specialist’s FMLA lawsuit tossed

From: newsletter@divenewsletter.com

Today’s HR news and insights for leaders.

NFL’s Commanders settle DC workplace harassment lawsuit for $1M. The saga exposed an understaffed HR department and public denials from executives.

Fired HR specialist wasn’t entitled to retroactive FMLA, 7th Circuit rules, citing missed call-out policy compliance.

Trump’s anti-DEI orders stand for now; employers urged to audit DEI programs amid future legal uncertainties.

Why pay-for-performance programs don’t always work — pay signals organizational values and investment in employees, but implementation can fall short.

Featured Resources:

– Strategies to Improve Workspace Gaps That Hinder Productivity

– Six Strategies to Unlock Mental Health Benefits Utilization

– The Top Trends in Total Rewards

What We’re Reading:

– Bloomberg Law: Durable #MeToo law rulings

– The New York Times: The complexities behind AI-driven job cuts at Block

– The Guardian: Workers at low-wage firms rely on public assistance

Subject: Employee Recognition Letters: 6 Examples and Templates

From: content@hrmorning.com

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Subject: March 5 – HR must reinvent itself to stay relevant | Why autonomy matters

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Daily talent news and insights for HR leaders.

HR must reinvent itself to stay relevant — Mercer suggests HR move from service provider to architect of work.

Greater employee autonomy correlates with lower burnout levels, per University of Phoenix white paper.

Trump’s anti-DEI orders remain in place, but legal challenges may arise; employers advised to review DEI programs.

Pay-for-performance programs don’t always work — pay reflects what the organization values, but must be designed well.

What We’re Reading:

– TalentCulture: “Your Boss Isn’t the Problem. Your Expectations Are.”

– McKinsey: Building trust in the age of AI agents.

– hr bartender: Six learning styles and why learners need to know them.

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Subject: March 5 – Workers are delaying healthcare | The pay-for-performance problems

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Weekly compensation & benefits news for HR leaders.

Rising healthcare costs cause workers to delay care and diminish retirement savings, says EBRI director.

Glassdoor reports women’s earnings tend to stall at age 35, even without career breaks, widening gender pay gaps by their 50s.

Pay-for-performance programs have flaws despite signaling values and investment, McLean & Co. director states.

Retention remains a top priority; Monster cites intentional hiring despite market challenges.

HR Dive’s annual Identity of HR survey is open — share your goals and challenges for 2026.

What We’re Reading:

– ZipRecruiter: Black workers’ labor market gains.

– HR Morning: Equal Pay Day meets AI realities.

– K-12 Dive: Districts respond to teachers’ housing affordability struggles.

Subject: Federal Court ruling highlights key risks in employee record keeping

From: hrmonline@ahri.com.au

6 March 2026

A legal guide to managing employee records: A recent Federal Court decision clarifies the legal definition of ’employee records’ and employers’ obligations to store them properly—beyond payroll systems and contracts.

9 common questions answered about Payday Super: Are there exceptions? What penalties exist for non-compliance? Get expert insights.

Building a safe workplace culture: HR can foster bystander support and safe intervention by aligning policies with practice and modeling leadership behaviors.

Ensuring new hires hit the ground running: This aged care organization’s pre-employment program builds confidence and capability before employees start.

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