Setting HR Goals That Align with Business Strategy 

Human Resources plays a vital role in organizational success. When HR goals align with business strategy, HR becomes a true strategic partner rather than a purely operational function. Clear alignment ensures people’s initiatives directly support growth, performance, and long-term sustainability.  This approach helps organizations make smarter decisions about talent, culture, and resources while keeping everyone focused on shared priorities. …

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Effectively Managing Holiday Time-Off Requests

As Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and New Year’s approach, many organizations experience a surge in paid time off requests. While the holiday season is a period for rest, travel, and familial connection, it can also present operational challenges. Implementing clear communication strategies and equitable policies is essential to maintain seamless operations while ensuring employees…

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Halloween at Work: Having Fun and Making Connections

Halloween is more than a children’s holiday. In workplaces, it can spark creativity, connection, and fun. Thoughtful celebrations improve morale, engagement, and team spirit when done with respect for everyone. Consider Celebrating Halloween at Work How to Celebrate Inclusively Not everyone participates in Halloween for cultural or religious reasons. Respect and choice are essential. Keep…

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Pay Transparency and Equity: Getting Ahead of New Laws

Leading with fair pay: Getting ahead of new laws

In 2025, pay transparency requirements are at the center of workplace change. New state regulations, federal scrutiny, and growing employee expectations continue to shape how organizations handle compensation. Companies that act now strengthen their ability to attract talent and maintain compliance, while those that delay may face higher risks and weaker retention. Why Pay Transparency…

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Navigating Politics in the Workplace

Per a recent Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) poll, 26% of Americans admit to talking politics in the workplace on a regular basis (at least 15 minutes per workweek). If not managed transparently and with guidelines for civil discourse, these discussions can result in adverse employee experiences for those involved and even for bystanders.…

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EMPLOYEE GROWTH LEADS TO BUSINESS GROWTH- A conversation with Workplace Talent Solutions and PA WEDnet

Hubric Resources’ President, Tom Hubric sat down with Workplace Talent Solutions’ Cathy Martin and Laurie Dawkins along with PA WEDnet representative, Angela Hensley to discuss how investing in your employees can lead to business growth. Workplace Talent Solutions (WTS) helps employers identify and address critical skills gaps within their entry-level workforce. Training entry-level hires can…

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Where Did Everyone Go?

Americans are quitting their jobs by the millions over the past year, jumping from one company to another in record numbers. The numbers are staggering. Last April, the number of people who quit their job in a single month hit 3.8 million, an all-time record, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. In August, it…

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Technology To Keep Your Workplace Virus Free

With record breaking COVID numbers happening this week due to the Omicron variant, increased testing, and a reporting backlog from the weekend it’s so important to protect yourself and your employees. Additionally, the omicron variant is known to spread faster and be highly contagious compared to the other variants. Employees are coming back to the…

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CDC Updates Regarding Isolation And Quarantine Periods

The CDC released new guidance regarding isolation and quarantine periods. We are providing you with two resources to review in their entirety. One is the statement from the CDC and the second is a post from Fisher Phillips, a legal firm that we have found to be extremely knowledgeable on COVID. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s1227-isolation-quarantine-guidance.html https://www.fisherphillips.com/news-insights/cdc-reduces-covid-19-isolation-quarantine-periods.html Please let…

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