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Businesses in New York State must maintain compliance with both state and federal laws in order to avoid legal trouble, as well as hefty fines and penalties. Here are the labor law penalties and fines for New York State in 2025.

In order to keep employees engaged and avoid burnout, you need to know just how close they are to burning out. You need to understand the current levels of engagement throughout your organization. That is where employee engagement surveys come into play.

The emergence of AI in recruiting is one of the largest HR trends from the past several years. However, many HR professionals may be hesitant or cautious of the idea.

New York has always been at the forefront of employee rights and labor laws, and 2025 has been no different. Here are all the 2025 compliance updates for New York that employers in the state should be aware of:

To increase employee engagement levels, employers should give careful thought to the design of engagement initiatives.

Employee engagement is influenced by many factors—from workplace culture, organizational communication, and managerial styles to trust and respect, leadership, and company reputation.

The term employee engagement relates to the level of an employee's commitment and connection to an organization. Employee engagement has emerged as a critical driver of business success in today's competitive marketplace. High levels of engagement promote retention of...

On April 23rd, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule to promote competition by banning noncompetes nationwide, protecting the fundamental freedom of workers to change jobs, increasing innovation, and fostering new business formation. Here is what...

HR is one of the most dynamic industries in today's business world. Depending on the nature of the business, the needs and responsibilities of HR can vary. Each industry may also see different HR trends that can affect the way work is performed. The higher education...

When it comes to employee compensation, understanding the difference between discretionary and non-discretionary bonuses is crucial for both employers and employees. Knowing how these two types of bonuses differ can help companies effectively motivate their workforce...