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17 Jul 2025

Why Well-Written Job Descriptions Are a Legal and Strategic Necessity

Posted on July 17, 2025 (July 16, 2025) by Austin Schleeter

Laptop displaying job description template with summary and responsibilities sections

The 7th Circuit’s July 2025 decision in Exxon Mobil v. Former Technician offers more than just a ruling on discrimination claims — it’s a wake-up call for HR teams to get proactive about documentation, particularly job descriptions. While Exxon ultimately prevailed due to clear performance reviews, the case reveals a broader issue: if a company’s […]

16 Jul 2025

by Stacy Fenner Permalink

What HR Should Know About Pay Transparency Laws

Posted on July 16, 2025 (July 16, 2025) by Stacy Fenner

HR professionals analyzing pay transparency laws compliance data and salary bands for equitable compensation strategy

Ever wonder why some job postings show salary ranges while others don’t? As you’re building your expertise in human resources, you’ve probably noticed this inconsistency across different companies and job boards. That might seem confusing, but there’s actually a strategic reason behind it—and it’s about to change everything. Here’s what’s happening: pay transparency laws are […]

16 Jul 2025

by Austin Schleeter Permalink

The Future of Referee Roles: From Whistle Calls to Strategic Game Coordination

Posted on July 16, 2025 (July 21, 2025) by Austin Schleeter

Future referee roles evolution from traditional officiating to technology-enabled sports officials

Youth leagues cancel games across the country. High school tournaments struggle with under-staffed officiating crews. Meanwhile, professional sports face mounting scrutiny as every call receives microscopic analysis. The transformation of future referee roles creates unprecedented workforce challenges that demand immediate strategic attention. Today’s sports officials manage far more than rule enforcement. They interpret AI-assisted reviews, […]

15 Jul 2025

by Alex Morgan Permalink

Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plans: The Executive Stock Sale That Changed the Game

Posted on July 15, 2025 (July 25, 2025) by Alex Morgan

HR professionals reviewing Rule 10b5-1 trading plan documentation

How can executives legally sell stock when they know confidential company news? That question became much more urgent in June 2025 when the Department of Justice secured its first criminal conviction for insider trading based solely on Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. The case involved Terren Scott Peizer, former Executive Chairman of Ontrak, who was sentenced […]

15 Jul 2025

by Laura Morgan Permalink

The Future of Truck Driver Jobs: From Behind the Wheel to Supply Chain Strategists

Posted on July 15, 2025 (July 14, 2025) by Laura Morgan

The transportation industry faces unprecedented transformation. Traditional truck driver jobs are evolving into strategic logistics positions. Meanwhile, the industry confronts a critical driver shortage affecting 80,000 positions nationwide. Regulatory changes and technological integration reshape hiring strategies completely. Therefore, HR leaders must understand this evolution immediately. Truck driver jobs now demand different competencies than in previous […]

14 Jul 2025

by Neil Morgan Permalink

The HR Broken Window: Why Clinging to Spreadsheets Destroys Hidden Value

Posted on July 14, 2025 (July 8, 2025) by Neil Morgan

Infographic comparing outdated HR spreadsheets to modern technology solutions

Are you watching your HR team proudly maintain complex spreadsheets while modern technology solutions gather dust? Furthermore, this scenario mirrors a classic economic principle that reveals devastating hidden costs. The broken window fallacy, first described by economist Frédéric Bastiat, perfectly illustrates why HR technology adoption resistance creates unseen organizational damage. The Spreadsheet Illusion: What HR […]

11 Jul 2025

by Michelle Henderson Permalink

Streamlining HR and Compensation Processes Through Technology

Posted on July 11, 2025 (July 25, 2025) by Michelle Henderson

Modern HR leader using compensation software instead of spreadsheets

Spreadsheets are no longer enough. For HR leaders aiming to streamline HR and compensation processes, relying on Excel for planning, compliance, and pay equity analysis poses significant risks. July 1, 2025, brought critical wage and compliance updates. Managing changes across multiple teams and locations without the right tools is nearly impossible—and introduces delays, inaccuracies, and […]

10 Jul 2025

by Alex Morgan Permalink

Future-Fit Jobs: How Drone Operator Roles Transform by 2030

Posted on July 10, 2025 (July 9, 2025) by Alex Morgan

Drone Operator career evolution from manual control to AI collaboration by 2030

Currently, drone operator roles are experiencing unprecedented transformation across industries. Meanwhile, HR leaders face critical decisions about hiring, training, and developing aerial technology professionals. Furthermore, traditional pilot-focused positions are evolving into sophisticated technology management careers. 🔥 Real-World Use Case: CAL FIRE’s Drone Deployment In 2024, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) […]

09 Jul 2025

by Austin Schleeter Permalink

AI and the Teaspoon Test: A Wake-Up Call for HR

Posted on July 9, 2025 (July 8, 2025) by Austin Schleeter

HR professional stepping into a large excavator labeled “AI” while others use teaspoons

“If the goal is to keep everyone employed digging dirt, should we hand out teaspoons instead of shovels?” That sharp question, asked by an onlooker in 1901 Philadelphia, silenced two well-meaning laborers who complained that a steam shovel was “taking bread out of a hundred men’s mouths.” The remark still stings today, especially for HR […]

07 Jul 2025

by Laura Morgan Permalink

From Exchange to Excellence: How Job Design Economics Transforms HR Strategy

Posted on July 7, 2025 (July 7, 2025) by Laura Morgan

Economic progression diagram showing volunteer exchange leading to market capitalism and job diversification

Most HR leaders struggle with job design — not due to lack of effort, but because they’re solving surface-level symptoms: misaligned job titles, messy org charts, disengaged employees, and scattered responsibilities. These challenges usually stem from a deeper issue: job structures that aren’t keeping pace with business growth or emerging talent trends, like AI specialization. […]