Workforce reductions are among the most difficult decisions an organization can make. Whether driven by economic uncertainty, restructuring, mergers, or shifting business priorities, layoffs are rarely easy—for leaders, employees, or…

When organizations navigate workforce reductions, severance packages are often one of the first topics discussed. How many weeks of pay should be offered? Should severance be paid as a lump…

Employees today want more than a job—they want growth, development, and a clear understanding of how they can achieve their career goals. The challenge is that between meetings, deadlines, and…

For generations, career success followed a relatively predictable path. Employees joined an organization, worked hard, developed their expertise, and often spent years—or even decades—growing within the same company. Today's workforce…

The latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey reveals a workforce landscape that continues to evolve. While global hiring expectations remain positive, employers are balancing growth ambitions with ongoing economic uncertainty, changing…

For years, organizations have viewed low turnover as a sign of a healthy workforce. If employees are staying, that must mean they're engaged, satisfied, and committed to the organization—right? Not…

The workforce is sending a mixed message. Employees are staying in their roles—but they’re not fully confident in what comes next. According to ManpowerGroup's 2026 U.S. Global Talent Barometer, 65%…

The 2026 Disruption Index from AlixPartners provides critical insight into AI-driven workforce change, CEO pressure, and organizational agility. Below, we outline what these findings mean specifically for HR leaders. AI,…

The future of work isn’t arriving all at once—it’s unfolding role by role, team by team, and employee by employee. For HR leaders, this creates a new reality: supporting people…