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The Return of Workplace Friction: Why January Brings Conflict to the Surface
How HR can help teams reset relationships after the holidays January often feels like a clean slate—but in the workplace, it’s also when tension reappears. After time away, teams return to routines that may have been strained long before the...
Managing Performance Expectations When the Year Is Just Getting Started
How HR can help teams find clarity without creating early pressure The start of a new year often brings an unspoken tension: expectations rise before clarity does. Leaders want momentum. Managers want results. Employees want to do well—but may not...
When Motivation Fades Fast: Re-Engaging Employees After the New Year
Why early-year energy dips—and how HR can help rebuild momentum January often starts with optimism. New goals, fresh calendars, and a sense of reset fill the first week or two. But for many organizations, that energy fades quickly. By mid-January,...
The January Reality Check: What HR Learns in the First 30 Days
Why the start of the year reveals more than any survey ever could January has a way of cutting through the noise. The holidays are over, routines are back in place, and the “fresh start” energy either takes hold—or fades...
Ending the Year with Empathy: The Human Side of Leadership
Why compassion and connection matter most during the year’s final stretch The final weeks of the year can feel like a race to the finish line. Between deadlines, holidays, and personal responsibilities, stress levels run high across every team. For...
What Employees Really Want From Their Workplace in 2026
Rethinking engagement, flexibility, and meaning in the modern world of work The workplace has changed dramatically in just a few short years—and employees’ expectations have changed right along with it. As organizations plan for 2026, HR leaders face a critical...
Recharging Your HR Team: The Case for Rest and Reset
Why your people team needs recovery time, too HR professionals are often the ones caring for everyone else—guiding managers, supporting employees, managing conflict, and keeping the organization running smoothly. But as the year comes to a close, even the most...
The Future of Work in 2026: What HR Should Be Preparing for Now
How to stay ahead in an era of technology, transformation, and talent evolution The workplace is evolving faster than ever—and for HR leaders, 2026 isn’t as far away as it seems. The rise of AI, shifting workforce demographics, and new...
Leading with Gratitude: How Appreciation Strengthens Workplace Culture
The small gestures that make a big difference in employee engagement Gratitude may seem simple, but in the workplace, it’s one of the most powerful drivers of engagement and retention. Employees who feel seen and valued bring more energy, creativity,...