Battling DEI Fatigue, Premium HR Toolkit, Spotify's WFH Defiance - Jan 13, 2025

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Hey HR Heroes! Is DEI fatigue hitting harder than your first Monday back? We feel your pain… Between NY goals and tackling burnout, there’s a lot to contend with at the mo. But don’t worry — HR wisdom and news await just below!

On the agenda: 

😫 Battling DEI Fatigue: Keeping the inclusion flame alive.

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✊ Spotify's WFH Defiance: Remote staff aren’t “Children”.

SPOTLIGHT

Battling DEI Fatigue: Keeping the Inclusion Flame Alive

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) fatigue is real, and let’s be honest — it’s not just your employees feeling it; sometimes even HR leaders need some wisdom to keep it going…

As organizations double down on DEI efforts (or give up in some cases), some employees are feeling overwhelmed, disillusioned, or skeptical about the constant focus on these initiatives. So, how do we reignite the passion for inclusion without burning everyone out?

First, less is more. A 2023 report from McKinsey found that organizations with targeted, action-driven DEI efforts — rather than an overload of messaging — saw improvements in employee engagement. Translation: Pause sending endless slide decks. Focus on tangible actions with clear results.

Second, celebrate small wins. Did your team diversify hiring panels? Acknowledge it. Did you host a genuinely engaging DEI event? Shout it out (and throw in freebie snacks next time — always a crowd-pleaser 🍕).

Third, connect the dots. Employees need to see how DEI benefits them personally and professionally. Data from Deloitte shows that inclusive teams make better business decisions in 87% of the time. Share stories that resonate, whether it’s about better collaboration, innovation, or even just fewer awkward silences in meetings.

Lastly, add some humor. DEI isn’t a chore — it’s about making work (and life) better for everyone. A little laughter can go a long way. 😄

Explore how to sustain impactful DEI programs and keep your team engaged in this guide:

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

🔹 Employment Hero To Acquire Canadian HR Firm Humi in North American Push

The HR tech unicorn will attempt to crack the lucrative North American market through acquisition rather than organic growth. [Capital Brief]

🔹 Artificial Intelligence Roles Top LinkedIn’s US “Jobs on the Rise” Report

Artificial intelligence is dominating the US job market, with LinkedIn’s 2025 “Jobs on the Rise” report revealing two AI-related roles topping its list of fastest-growing positions. [HR Grapevine]

🔹 NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang Says That IT Will “Become the HR of AI Agents”

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is stepping in to oversee HR operations, exploring the role of AI agents in reshaping employee management. Read more on this bold move. [Fortune]

HR ADVICE

Employment Law: What HR Managers Need to Know in 2025

Employment law is the all-important connection between organizational compliance, human resources management, and ensuring that employees are treated equitably.

A broad area of law, with federal, state and local aspects, employment law needs to be understood and implemented by HR professionals. Nevertheless, due in part to its scope and complexity, interpreting employment law can be extremely challenging.

Whether you’re building your HR department, have an experienced setup in place or somewhere in between, this guide takes you through everything you need to know about employment law — from why it’s important, what is covered, examples of employment law, and how to use it at work to keep your organization safe from challenges and fines.

BREAKROOM

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