Trump 2.0 HR Impact, Data-Driven Reviews, Remote Work is #1 - Jan 24, 2025

Hello, HR Heroes! Trump 2.0 is already in full swing, bringing a wave of policy changes that will reshape HR in unexpected ways. Think new regulations, workforce shifts, and plenty of HR curveballs. Let’s dive in and explore what’s ahead…

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👀 Trump 2.0 HR Impact: How policy changes may reshape HR.

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🙏 Remote Work is #1: As the most requested workplace accommodation.

SPOTLIGHT

Trump's America 2.0: How Policy Changes May Reshape HR

The recent inauguration of President Trump has set the stage for significant federal policy shifts, including changes to AI regulations, defense spending, and labor law. For HR professionals, staying informed is essential to ensure compliance and to anticipate how they may impact workplace policies, employee relations, and overall organizational strategy.

Below are 7 ways these announced actions and orders could impact HR:

1. AI Oversight Expansion 🤖 – Stricter regulations on AI in hiring processes may require companies to audit their recruitment tools for bias.

2. Immigration Policy Revisions 🛂 – Restrictions on work visas could affect talent acquisition for global roles.

3. Minimum Wage Freeze 💸 – No federal increase to the minimum wage will fuel employee dissatisfaction in some industries.

4. Healthcare Subsidy Adjustments 🏥 – Executive orders have repealed key subsidies under the ACA, impacting the affordability of employer-sponsored health plans.

5. Paid Leave Limitations 🕒 – Rollbacks on federal paid family leave policies could spark workplace debates, requiring HR to adjust policies.

6. Union-Busting Measures ✊ – Policies encouraging right-to-work laws could influence labor organizing efforts.

7. Diversity Rollbacks 🔄 – The ending of federal DEI programs will alter how companies approach such programs and how they utilize DEI metrics.

These changes will no doubt create challenges around workforce planning, compliance, and employee morale. HR professionals will need to be proactive to adapt policies and support employees through these shifts.

Take a full look at what Trump signed on Day One:

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

1️⃣ Remote Work is The #1 Requested Workplace Accommodation

The ability to work remotely was the most requested workplace accommodation last year, according to a survey of 2,400 HR leaders and employees. [WorkLife]

2️⃣ HR Leaders Concerned About Burnout-Engagement Sentiment Combo

Burnout in the workplace reached an all-time high in 2024. Around 82% of 1,500 white-collar, desk-based knowledge workers in North America, Asia, and Europe surveyed by DHR Global reported being “slightly” to “extremely” burned out. [Fortune]

3️⃣ CFOs Project 7.3% Jump in Wages & Salaries

According to a Q4 Deloitte survey, the bullish pay projections come as finance chiefs’ confidence in economic and business conditions soared to a 10-quarter high. [CFO Dive]

4️⃣ Trump Orders Agencies to Target Private-Sector DEI

In a Tuesday executive order, President Trump asked members of his administration to develop a strategic enforcement plan to deter “illegal” DEI programs and principles. [HR Dive]

HR ADVICE

30 Important Work Perks You Should Be Offering Employees

Employees want more than just a paycheck at the end of the month nowadays. They want to be engaged, do meaningful work and be part of a company they believe in.

And by meeting their needs as an employer, you do not just keep employees engaged (effectively retaining top talent) but you also build your employer brand and make your company more attractive to prospective employees.

To achieve this, many companies have started offering a unique set of perks and benefits to their staff. But which are the most important to employees and jobseekers alike? Which should you add to your benefits package?

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