The old adage says, "It's not what you know, it's who you know." In Human Resources, the reality is slightly different: It's not just what degree you have; it's what you can actually do.
For decades, a four-year degree was the golden ticket to entry-level corporate jobs. If you wanted to work in an office, you needed a Bachelor's. But the landscape of 2026 is shifting. Employers are facing a skills gap, and they are increasingly prioritizing practical competence over ...
Choosing a career path in Human Resources is a bit like choosing a major in college. Do you want to study "Liberal Arts," giving you a broad understanding of history, science, and literature? Or do you want to study "Chemical Engineering," diving deep into one specific, technical subject?
In the world of HR, this choice manifests as the debate between becoming an HR Generalist or an HR
...If you asked someone ten years ago to define Human Resources, they likely would have mentioned payroll, hiring, and the occasional office party. But if you ask a CEO in 2026 what keeps them up at night, the answer almost always circles back to people: talent retention, compliance with rapidly changing labor laws, remote work culture, and skills gaps.
When you picture a Human Resources department, what comes to mind? Is it the person who hired you? The one who handles your payroll? Or maybe the person you call when there's a conflict in the office? If you answered "all of the above," you are likely describing an HR Generalist.
In the complex ecosystem of modern business, the HR Generalist is the ultimate utility player. They are the glue that holds the workforce together, bridging the gap between leadership's strategic goals and ...
When an employee is simultaneously protected under FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation laws, the length of the employee's absence from work is a concern that employers must consider. A leave of 12 weeks or less must be allowed for as long as the condition qualifies under the FMLA as a “serious health ...
Employees who live in one state but work in another can create withholding problems and questions for the Payroll Department. In general, if an employee lives and works in two different states, the employer must withhold taxes for the state where the services are performed. However, while an employer generally has to follow this rule, it also has to consider the withholding requirements of the ...
A common benefit in many U.S. companies today is the use of a company owned vehicle. However, though a common benefit, an employee's personal use of such a company owned and provided vehicle is generally a taxable fringe benefit and the taxation regulations can be extremely complex. The taxable benefit amount, which is subject to full federal ...
When an employee is simultaneously protected under FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation laws, employers must address issues related to offering light-duty assignments. For instance, employers can offer light-duty work to an employee, but the employee is not required during the 12-week period of FMLA leave to ...
The PWFA statute lists five unlawful employment practices:
Employees who live in one state but work in another can create withholding problems and questions for the Payroll Department. In general, if an employee lives and works in two different states, the employer must withhold taxes for the state where the services are performed. However, while an employer generally has to follow this rule, it also has to consider the withholding requirements of the state of residence which may impose additional withholding requirements and ...
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