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H1-B Visa Fee Increase Clarified and Challenged

How will the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee and two lawsuits affect employers? Learn what’s been clarified, plus updates on fertility benefits, labor law reform discussions, and new DOL leadership.

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Is HRCI Certification Worth It? Here’s What HR Professionals Say

Is HRCI certification worth it? HR leaders share how earning their credential unlocked confidence, global recognition, and real career impact.

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New HRCI Report: Becoming a Recovery Friendly Workplace

HRCI’s new report explores how HR leaders can foster recovery-friendly workplaces, reduce stigma, and support employees impacted by substance use disorder.

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Court Revives Hostile Work Environment Claim

What happens when implicit-bias training crosses a legal line? The Second Circuit’s decision in Chislett v. NYC DOE highlights new risks for employers. This update also covers subminimum wages, AI’s impact on jobs, and new leadership at the EEOC and OSHA.

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HRCI Champion: Ashton Nelson, SPHR, PHR, PHRca

Ashton Nelson, SPHR, PHR, shares how certification, continuous learning, and volunteer leadership as an HRCI Subject-Matter Expert have shaped his bold, strategic approach to HR.

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H-1B Visa Changes: What the $100K Petition Requirement Means for Employers

Latest guidance from USCIS requires all new H-1B petitions (Sept 2025–2026) to include a one-time $100K fee. Explore what this means for employers and applicants as companies prepare for the next lottery.

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Beyond Compliance

From HRCI partner IFMA, discover how global standards are shaping the future of sustainable business, innovation, and workplace excellence.

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Labor Department Releases Joint Employment Opinion Letter

The DOL’s new opinion letter clarifies when related employers are joint employers for FLSA overtime—and jointly liable. We also break down significant H-1B policy moves and enforcement, WHD’s electronic-only payments beginning Oct. 1, and OSHA’s guidance letters for employers.

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From Assistants to Strategists

AI is reshaping administrative roles, shifting them from routine tasks to strategic contributions that elevate workplace experiences and drive growth.

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Beyond ROI: A Guide to Values-Based Decision-Making

ROI tells part of the story—but values complete it. Learn how to use values-based decision making to guide strategy and strengthen stakeholder trust.

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HRCI Champion: Allessandria Polizzi, PhD, SPHR

Allessandria Polizzi, PhD, SPHR, shares lessons from her own journey with burnout and her work helping organizations adopt preventative, practical strategies for healthier workplaces.

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The AI Trends HR and Business Leaders Can’t Ignore

AI is reshaping how we hire, develop, and manage talent. Explore four key trends every HR and business leader needs to understand now.

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DOL Releases Regulatory Plan

The latest DOL regulatory agenda outlines key actions affecting employers, from worker classification to retirement plan rules, alongside FTC updates on noncompetes and projected health care cost increases.

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Becoming Irreplaceable: How to Stand Out at Work and in Life

Standing out at work isn’t about job titles—it’s about creating unique value, building trust, and becoming truly irreplaceable.

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Ethical Culture Is Your Company’s Greatest Asset

Ethical culture boosts returns, builds trust, and supports HR. Learn how managers must model integrity, support speak-up culture, and connect with employees for lasting success.