HR departments are given more and more responsibility each year, oftentimes with budgets that don’t match. This means HR teams must constantly seek ways to innovate and stay on top of trends if they want to compete in the marketplace, particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic. To that end, here are five HR trends to watch for in 2021.

On Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, President Donald Trump signed into law an emergency stimulus package designed to deliver approximately $900 billion in COVID-19-related aid. This bill was passed by Congress after months of negotiation, and was attached to a $1.4 trillion spending package that will keep the government open for the fiscal year.

Notably, this bill provides funding for unemployment benefits, small businesses, direct economic payments to individuals, vaccine distribution and rental assistance. This article provides an overview of what is included within the emergency relief bill.

New Year's resolutions can be hard to keep. This article discusses how to set achievable goals, stay motivated, and make the most of the New Year.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of daily life—including how employees celebrate for the holidays. This article discusses ways to support employees during this unprecedented holiday season.

Review this article to learn more about workers’ compensation trends to watch in 2021.