Question: Are companies required to have an employee handbook?
Continue readingHR Newsletter: HR Edge (Q3 2025)
We recently released our 3rd quarter HR Edge newsletter. This edition of the newsletter covers the following topics:
- 2025 Midyear Attraction and Retention Strategies
- How AI is Changing the Workplace
- Improving Mental Health Utilization
Click here to read HR Edge (Q3 2025).
Continue readingPodcast: 2025 Midyear HR Trends to Monitor
In this month’s HR podcast, Rob, Scott, and Jason explore six key workplace trends shaping the second half of 2025. From ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining talent to the growing influence of AI, they break down what’s driving change—and how employers can respond.
They’ll also touch on federal enforcement priorities, economic shifts, and new legislation affecting employers nationwide. Want a quick reference? Reach out to hr@employco.com to request our PDF recap of these six HR trends.
HR Chat w/Employco USA: Small Businesses Brace for Job Cuts
Small businesses are feeling the pressure — and many are preparing for tough staffing decisions ahead. In this HR Chat, Rob and Jason explore what’s driving potential job cuts, from economic headwinds to technological shifts, and how employers can navigate the uncertainty.
Reach out to hr@employco.com with any questions on this topic or to request the PDF resources mentioned in this episode.
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HR Newsletter: State Legislative Updates
Colorado Enacts Significant Wage and Hour Amendments – On May 22, 2025, Colorado enacted House Bill 1001, which makes several important changes to the state’s wage and hour laws.
Continue readingHR Newsletter: 8 Employee Engagement Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
Employee engagement refers to an employee’s emotional connection and commitment to their organization and its goals. It is often reflected in their loyalty, motivation, and willingness to advocate for the organization. Engagement is a critical factor in driving retention and productivity.
According to a report from Gallup published in early 2025, the percentage of engaged employees fell to 31% in late 2024 from 33% in 2023. It was the lowest level of employee engagement recorded in a decade. Previous years saw high levels of employee quits, while employees are now more likely to stay in their current jobs—even if they are not satisfied with their role or their employer. This means employers may face lower productivity and a damaged workplace culture, which can lead to attraction and retention difficulties.
Continue readingHR Newsletter: “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Includes Changes for Employee Benefits, Tips, and Overtime
On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a major tax and spending bill, commonly referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBB Act), into law. The OBBB Act includes changes for employee benefit plans, including provisions that:
- Expand the availability of health savings accounts (HSAs);
- Permanently extend the telehealth exception for high deductible health plans (HDHPs);
- Increase the maximum annual limit for dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs);
- Allow employers to help pay employees’ student loans beyond 2025 and make cost-of-living adjustments to the tax exclusion for educational assistance programs; and
- Allow employers to contribute up to $2,500 per year to a new type of tax-advantaged account for children, called a “Trump Account.”
HR Newsletter: 2025 Midyear Employment Law Compliance Trends
Throughout 2025, there have been significant changes in employment law at the federal and state levels. A review of agency guidance, presidential executive orders, litigation, and recent and proposed legislation reveals a number of emerging trends that will affect employers for the remainder of the year. Employers should ensure that they are apprised of significant legal developments and are either in compliance or prepared to comply with their requirements.
Continue readingHR Question of the Month
Question: Does an employer legally need to provide something in writing to an employee being terminated?
Continue readingHR Newsletter: Summer Attraction and Retention Tips
With seasonal employment, internships, and graduations, summer presents a strategic recruitment opportunity for employers. What’s more, summer is the peak season for many businesses, potentially driving them to hire more workers to keep up with increased demand. Summer is an ideal time for employers to review their efforts to attract and retain quality talent for seasonal or long-term employment.
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