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AI is here and there are ongoing court cases to determine the legality of using it for screening candidates. While the courts work to determine their position, there are steps and ways of thinking that HR professionals need to keep in mind. Don't wait for AI to happen to your organization - prepare for how you can use it safely.

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In today's fast-paced business environment, HR leaders face a myriad of challenges that demand their immediate attention. From the rise of artificial intelligence to the increasing need for pay transparency, the landscape is constantly evolving. This episode delves into these key themes, highlighting the pressures HR professionals encounter and offering insights to navigate these turbulent waters.

Check out the program outline for the HR Certificate Workshop that John has been hosting. It's currently set up for Nonprofit Leaders but let us know if you'd be interested in having it outside of nonprofit!

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Chuck and John discuss the latest news in the HR world, including impacts of the weather, a recent EEOC decision, a shift to return to office response, and a changing job market. Could 2026 be the year of the great turnover? Find out what it could mean for you and your company.

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Welcome to another Listener Q&A with The Team at HR Stories! Today's episode goes into these questions:

1. Can an employee be disciplined for misuse of intermittent FMLA?
2. Can you change someone’s ADA accommodations?
3. What do we have to pay for when it comes to USERRA?
4. What are the biggest mistakes with handling discrimination complaints and how do you avoid retaliation?

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Welcome back to part two of the Employment Law series, where the team looks at changes coming to the laws *you need to know about* in 2026. In this episode, follow along as the team provides some guidance on the following issues:

- The impact of the National Labor Relation Board reaching quorum.
- Independent Contractor classification may be in flux with the Department of Labor decisions.
- Expect changes to non-competes.
- States are doing the heavy lifting with employment law right now. Prepare your organization for tracking these changes.
- How to make sure your managers are prepared with the resources and training to avoid gaps and legal issues.
- How to avoid burnout in HR during uncertain times

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The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

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Part 1 - The start of the year is bringing a lot of uncertainty for those in HR. We are expecting a lot of change from a federal level and are waiting to see what the impact will be. Listen to what Chuck and John suggest you keep an eye out for as we head into the start of the year with the following topics:

• Changes to independent contractor statuses may be leading companies to hiring as temp employees
• Minimum wage rules are no longer uniform, causing some HR teams to be caught off guard. It’s never been more important to be aware of your state and local laws to make sure you’re not caught in a lawsuit.
• AI is here and you need to be ready to use it right and avoid system biases.
• Pay transparency is becoming a more common requirement and you need to be ready for the potential ripple effects through your organization.

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Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE!

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Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at Email@TeamAtHRStories.com for suggestions and inquiries.

The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

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As we all prepare to wrap up our 2025 and head into 2026, we take a moment to reflect on some of the most important issues that have faced Human Resources professionals this year. It has been quite the year for everyone as we adjust to a new administration putting unprecedented policy changes in place. As you plan for the start of your next year, take time to listen to the key pieces of information The Team has prepared for you and keep listening in to keep up with the most important updates.

We wish everyone a happy holiday season for those who celebrate and well wishes into the New Year for everyone. Thank you for joining us this year and we'll see you back here in January!

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The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

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This week on Hot Topics, the team touches on the following topics and more:

• Rolling layoffs are becoming more of a trend. Reducing the workforce 50 or fewer employees at a time could be a way for companies to save face and avoid reporting requirements. What are the implications of this on the remaining workforce? Studies show increases in anxiety are just the tip of the iceberg.
• Proximity bias - Does it show up in your workplace? The future of remote work starts with clarity and transparency to your employees.
• There’s a drastic rise in misalignment between employees and leadership. Are your leaders being clear about the values and expectations to their employees?
• The impact of banning pay history questions in the hiring process.
• Healthcare costs are projected to increase next year and will be difficult on companies and employees.
• People in lower socioeconomic ranges are feeling more disconnected than ever with their employers.
• People are turning to dating apps for professional uses…? What do you think for?
• Caregiving is becoming more and more of a barrier for people in their workplaces. How do they balance it and how does a company stay balanced across employees?
• Job hugging is reshaping our workforce. Hard jobs are in high demand and seeing a surge in applicants.
• The economy is creating turmoil for all levels of employees. There are a lot of areas of the workforce that are going to be facing challenges in this market and it’s important to be thinking ahead.

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Our new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE!

Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.

Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.

You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast

Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!

Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at Email@TeamAtHRStories.com for suggestions and inquiries.

The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.