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What Is the Best HR Software for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses in 2025?

EmployeeConnect

Finding the right HR software in 2025 isn’t just about ticking boxes anymore. As businesses grow and evolve, especially small to mid-sized companies, choosing an HR system that scales, automates, and supports your team is essential. But with countless options and feature sets, where do you even begin? This guide explores the key features to look for, what sets modern solutions apart, and how to choose the best HR software for your business size and needs.

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Why US wage growth is slowing and what it means

HR Digest

The American dream has long been tied to the promise of rising wages and financial security. However, recent data shows that US wage growth is slowing , raising concerns for workers and policymakers alike. According to a March 2024 report, the pace of salary increases has decelerated, leaving many employees with lower-than-expected paychecks. This shift has far-reaching implications for the US economy, individual livelihoods, and the broader labor market.

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10 Best HR Workflow Software in 2025

HR Lineup

Human Resources (HR) teams are the backbone of organizational efficiency—but without the right tools, even the best teams can be bogged down by repetitive tasks and outdated processes. That’s where HR workflow software comes into play. These platforms help automate, streamline, and optimize everything from onboarding and performance management to leave tracking and compliance.

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Why digital HR transformation courses matter

MiHCM

As organisations race to enhance agility and employee experience, HR pros need new skills beyond compliance – from analytics to change management. With 85% of HR roles reinvented by 2030, upskilling in digital HR transformation courses becomes essential for strategic leadership. The right certification programme provides: Structured frameworks to accelerate transformation initiatives Hands-on resources for real-world scenario planning Community support to share best practices and lessons learned

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Protect Your Business and Stay On Top of Compliance

To keep your business running smoothly (and legally), HR needs to get compliance right every time. Our HR Compliance Checklist is your go-to guide to cover the basics and start your auditing processes, helping you identify and address any gaps in your HR functions. Remember, compliance rules can differ based on industry and location—you’ll still need to keep up with changing regulations, but our checklist can help you get started.

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How workplaces are tackling menopause taboos

People Matters

Menopause has long remained a workplace taboo, a subject many find hard to talk about openly, yet it profoundly impacts countless women and their careers. May Leng Kwok, Head of Market Development - Global at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), believes it’s time we break the silence and treat menopause not as a private matter but as a workplace issue that companies can and should address.

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How market shifts are reshaping employee benefits in Singapore

People Matters

Soaring healthcare costs, shifting workforce priorities and a growing need for flexibility are forcing companies in Singapore to reassess their benefits strategies. That’s the key message from Mercer Marsh Benefits’ 2025 Health on Demand report , which underscores how businesses need to move from a “one-size-fits-all” approach to tailored packages that reflect a multigenerational, culturally diverse workforce.

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The Talent Telescope: Spotting Future Leaders in Your Current Team

HR C-Suite

The Talent Telescope empowers HR and executives to spot and nurture future leaders within, using mid-year reviews to transform high-potential employees into the visionaries who drive success.

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Modernising HR tech to match the future of distributed teams

People Matters

Legacy HR systems are starting to show their age. The patchwork of disconnected tools and manual processes that many companies rely on simply isn’t cut out for a world where borders are porous and employees are dispersed across continents. It’s a dramatic shift in how companies do business – and it calls for a revamp in how they manage people with HR tech.

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Bear Hugs !!

Everyday People

I don’t know about you, but I love a big hug. I’ve always been very comfortable with hugging others. To me this is a way to show that someone else matters in your life. I’m about to go to the SHRM Annual HR Conference at the end of this month where I’ll see many friends I’ve made over the years. Even though there will be around 20,000 people milling around every inch of the convention center, I’ll make sure to stop and give out hugs willingly.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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AI call evaluation: Turning conversations into actionable insights

People Matters

AI can be a double-edged sword – especially when it’s listening in on every word. But for companies navigating thousands of customer or employee conversations each month, turning those exchanges into measurable, meaningful insight can be a game-changer. That’s the idea that firms like Insight7 are advancing with call evaluation platforms. Built specifically for midsize teams across sales, support, HR, and compliance, the platform automates the transcription and analysis of calls – highlighting c

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Recruit During The Summer… When The Jobseeker Pool Is The Largest (The right time recruiting strategy)

Dr. John Sullivan

Surprisingly, August had the most jobseekers, while July and June ranked #3 and #4. Yes, it’s true. Over the last 12 months, if you wanted to recruit during the time period that had the largest pool of unemployed US jobseekers, you would have recruited during the summer months ( BLS ). Timing Your Recruiting Gives You A Competitive Advantage For years, I have been writing about the importance of timing in recruiting and how correctly timing it can dramatically improve your recruiting resul

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Hybrid working is the C-suite secret weapon amid uncertainty

People Matters

With companies facing ongoing economic pressures, a growing number of C-suite leaders are turning to hybrid working as a powerful way to cut costs, drive growth and safeguard their operations. Mark Dixon, CEO and founder of the International Workplace Group (IWG), holds this view: “In times of economic volatility, CEOs are carefully evaluating how to navigate uncertainty while driving efficiency and growth for their business.

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LinkedIn Highlights 5 Innovative CHROs in 'Leading from the Front'

Linkedin Talent Blog

Is there a through line, a secret sauce if you will, to the companies whose HR teams are successfully grappling with the three T’s — talent, technology, and transformation — and reimagining the world of work? We believe there is, and we’ve highlighted it in CHRO Case Studies: Leading from the Front. The magic? Having an HR leader who’s willing to take risks — to step outside of convention, move quickly, lead from the front, and embrace the possibility of failure.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Why Indonesia is pushing civil servants to take public transport

People Matters

Jakarta has implemented a sweeping policy aimed at tackling two persistent urban headaches: traffic congestion and air pollution. Under this new directive, all civil servants in the Indonesian capital must use public transport every Wednesday, a move Governor Pramono Anung hopes will mark a cultural shift, not just a compliance exercise. “For anyone who violates this policy while I’m in charge – for at least the next five years – don’t expect a promotion,” he told The Jakarta Globe.

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14 Largest IPOs In History That Made Global Headlines

G2 Crowd

Check out the 14 largest IPOs of all time that made it big on the trading red carpet. Get key insights to inspire your future decisions.

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Jamie Dimon to managers: Fire the troublemakers

People Matters

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon isn’t afraid to say it how it is. His message to the financial industry is blunt: if you want a high-performing, respectful workplace, you need to clear out the troublemakers – and sometimes, that means letting people go, no matter their role or revenue. During the Databricks Data & AI Summit, Dimon struck a chord when he insisted: “You should fire the a**holes.

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10 Best Integrated Risk Management Software in 2025

Recruiters Lineup

In an era where operational risks, cyber threats, compliance demands, and supply chain volatility are more complex than ever, businesses are turning to Integrated Risk Management (IRM) software to take control. IRM platforms go beyond traditional risk management by offering a comprehensive view across departments, allowing organizations to identify, assess, respond to, and monitor risks in real time.

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The AI Productivity Shift: How 3,000 Pros And 140K Users Are Transforming Work

Hubstaff’s new report, The AI Productivity Shift, highlights how 3,000+ professionals and 140,000+ users are transforming the way they work with AI. Adoption is high—85% are using AI—and the potential is just beginning. Teams that integrate AI into daily workflows report 77% faster task completion, 70% improved focus, and stronger results across the board.

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As anti-Trump protests gain steam, why HR must lean into communication

HRExecutive

Despite a volatile political climate in the U.S., expected mass protests against the new Trump administration appeared slow to start after Inauguration Day. However, from unrest in Los Angeles to this weekend’s nationwide No Kings Day actions, the uptick in anti-Trump protests suggests the tide could be changing. If momentum continues to build, will a new era of political unrest impact employers?

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