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Gig work is taking over the labor market—and creating challenges for HR

HR Brew

And a 2024 LinkedIn survey found that 31% of US employees were balancing a side hustle or project in addition to their primary job, with remote and self-employed or freelance workers being more likely to do so. The IRS has guidelines on whether workers should be classified as contractors or employees.

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HR has an employee feedback problem

HR Brew

Some 39% of employees dont feel comfortable giving honest feedback, and 44% dont give honest feedback because they dont think itll amount to anything, according to a September Survey Monkey report. And efforts to encourage employees honest feedback can be further thwarted when leaders remove venues for it.

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9 Trends in Talent Management That Drive Better Retention and Growth

Hppy

HR teams can support these arrangements by clarifying expectations, setting realistic goals, and offering guidelines for virtual collaboration. Surveys and open dialogues can pinpoint areas of concern, allowing managers to act before small problems grow bigger.

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AI adoption at work is plateauing, new data reveals

HR Brew

A new survey from Slack’s Workforce Lab found that after a spike in the first quarter, employee adoption of AI is plateauing. “We The survey found that 48% of all desk workers are uncomfortable with their manager knowing they used AI, reporting that they are concerned AI use would indicate they were cheating, lazy, or less competent.

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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

HR Brew

Some 72% also provide gender transition guidelines and policies so employees can appropriately support their colleagues who may be going through the gender transition process. Most also provide LGBTQ+ benefits such as partner medical benefits (82%), equal family benefits (92%), and gender-affirming care benefits (87%).

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HR Year-End Checklist: 10 Critical Areas to Assess

Extensis

Please refer to your regional and industry-specific legal guidelines or consult your legal counsel for detailed and specific information. The last part of the year is pivotal for building this morale; it’s a natural time to host team-building and employee recognition events, conduct annual feedback surveys, and more.

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World of HR: Portugal updates its digital nomad guidelines

HR Brew

This is happening as many employers in the US restrict remote work options, with 90% saying they’ll be in the office by the end of this year in a Resume Builder survey. Countries including Japan, Thailand, and Italy expanded digital nomad opportunities earlier this year.