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Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role

8 April 2025

Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role

Author: Heather Nezich

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the nature of work and challenging traditional roles across every industry. For HR professionals and employees alike, understanding how AI is reshaping talent is critical to staying ahead. Fortunately, there's a clear and practical way to evaluate where your work stands in this new landscape: the 3-Bucket Analysis.

Hidden Legal Risks in DEI Programs HR Must Address

8 April 2025

Hidden Legal Risks in DEI Programs HR Must Address

Author: Anthony Kaylin

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Executive Orders have taken root and at the time of writing been upheld most recently by the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.  Other than the obvious programs such as employee resource groups (ERGs), hiring preferences, and worker pipeline building, what other areas of HR may DEI impact that HR needs to be aware of?

The Impact of “Liberation Day” on Human Resources

8 April 2025

The Impact of “Liberation Day” on Human Resources

Author: Linda Olejniczak

The concept of "Liberation Day" has emerged as a pivotal point for strategic planning for manufacturing. As articulated by Josh Bersin in a recent podcast, this day marks a significant shift in global trade dynamics, influencing how companies approach their manufacturing strategies and, consequently, their HR practices.

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USERRA Amended by New Law Expanding Veteran Benefits and Healthcare

8 April 2025

USERRA Amended by New Law Expanding Veteran Benefits and Healthcare

Author: Michael Burns

This past January President Biden signed the 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act. This new law expands protections under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act, more commonly known as USERRA (passed in 1994). USERRA is the basis for many employers’ Military Leave policies. USERRA prohibits employers from discriminating against, harassing (allowing) or retaliating against veterans and service members, and provides reemployment and other rights...
Spring Cleaning: Employment Driving Checks

8 April 2025

Spring Cleaning: Employment Driving Checks

Author: Susan Chance

Do you have employees who drive for work purposes? Are you aware of everyone who does so for your company? Most importantly, do you have policies and procedures in place for checking motor vehicle records on all employees who drive for work purposes, and is your staff aware of the policies?

Quick Hits - April 9, 2025

8 April 2025

Quick Hits - April 9, 2025

Author: ASE Staff

Employers must post new State of Michigan Veteran poster:  Effective 4/2/25, businesses must display a veteran’s resource poster in an area accessible to all employees, per PA 197 of 2004 — enacted by the Michigan Legislature on the final day of its session. 

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Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle 2 Opens April 14, 2025

1 April 2025

Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle 2 Opens April 14, 2025

Author: Heather Nezich

The Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund offers more than $55 million to employers for training that leads to a worker credential for skills that are transferable and recognized by industry. Though focused on hard skill training, Going PRO grants can be used to develop supervisor skills in the employer’s workforce. 

New Role for OFCCP: DEI Snoop Dogs

1 April 2025

New Role for OFCCP: DEI Snoop Dogs

Author: Anthony Kaylin

Although Executive Order 11246 is revoked, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)is still finding relevance.  Section 4212 (VEVRAA) and Section 503 (Disabled) Affirmative Action Plans (AAPs) are required by regulation, and OFCCP has stated that the agency will resume audits of these plans at some point.  More recently, with a new Director in place, the OFCCP may be the first line of attack against federal contractor Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)...
The Power of a Well-Crafted Job Posting

1 April 2025

The Power of a Well-Crafted Job Posting

Author: Dan Van Slambrook

Have you ever started reading a book or article so dry and uninteresting that pushing past the first few paragraphs felt like a chore? Job postings far too often have the same effect. If your position postings attract a flood of unqualified applicants with only a few possessing the necessary skills, the issue may lie more within your job posting than with a lack of available talent. In a job market where employers continue to compete for strong talent, well-written postings can serve as a...
Youth Employment in Michigan – Preparing to Offer a Summer Job to a Minor

1 April 2025

Youth Employment in Michigan – Preparing to Offer a Summer Job to a Minor

Author: Michael Burns

Summer is approaching fast. Many employers employ minors during their summer break from school. Employers should keep in mind that youth employment generally requires a work permit – even when school is on summer break. If you have work for a person 17 years or younger, be aware of the employer’s obligations under the Youth Employment Standards Act. (1978 PA 90, MCL 445.106)

Quick Hits - April 2, 2025

1 April 2025

Quick Hits - April 2, 2025

Author: ASE Staff

Employees are wary of 360 reviews: More than three in four employees have expressed their desire to opt out of 360-degree feedback evaluation systems amid concerns that it could be misused in the workplace, according to a new survey. LiveCareer's poll among 1,000 employees in the United States found that 71% of organizations are using 360-degree reviews regularly.

Categories: EverythingPeople
Quick Hits- March 26, 2025

25 March 2025

Quick Hits- March 26, 2025

Author: ASE Staff

Gen Z in the workplace: Gen Z workers want their jobs to be more than just a job. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey, 86% of Gen Z workers said having a sense of purpose is important to their overall job satisfaction and well-being. Additionally, 75% of Gen Z and millennial workers said an organization’s community engagement and societal impact is an important factor when considering a potential employer.  Environmental sustainability is also a top...
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The Importance of Employee Engagement Surveys

25 March 2025

The Importance of Employee Engagement Surveys

Author: Emily Price

Employee engagement surveys are essential tools for organizations to gauge the level of investment and motivation among their employees. Engaged employees are not only more productive but are also more likely to remain with the company long-term. By conducting these surveys regularly, organizations can gain valuable insights into employee satisfaction, enabling them to identify issues and improve the workplace environment. The benefits of employee engagement surveys are numerous, making them...
Bridging the Pay Gap: Trends, Challenges, and HR’s Role in Workplace Equity

25 March 2025

Bridging the Pay Gap: Trends, Challenges, and HR’s Role in Workplace Equity

Author: Anthony Kaylin

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that in 2023 women who were full-time wage and salary workers had median usual weekly earnings that were 84% of male full-time wage and salary workers. This situation is up 22% from 1979, the first year for which comparable earnings data are available, when women’s earnings were 62% of men’s earnings.  Per the BLS, the majority of this closing of the pay gap was between 1980 and 2003. From 2004 to 2023, the...
Employer Wins Discrimination Retaliation Case

25 March 2025

Employer Wins Discrimination Retaliation Case

Author: Michael Burns

In a recent case decided by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals (Michigan is in this district), the Plaintiff worked at a social services agency as their Director of Social Services. She had recently been hired and raised several complaints about management, including concerns that patient care and staff performance were inadequate. Over time, her internal concerns grew and eventually reached the Agency’s Executive Director. 

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