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Hello, HR Pros. Political debates aren’t just on TV — they’re in the breakroom too! With workplace tensions rising, HR is often the referee. Learn how to keep the peace (and your sanity), plus more HR insights…

On the agenda: 

😤 Politics or Peace: Managing political tensions in the workplace.

💬 ChatGPT HR Prompts: 1750 prompts to simplify your HR workflow.

🏴‍☠️ Immigration Raids: HR should begin preparing — reports.

💝 Weekly Freebie: An Employee Complaint Form.

SPOTLIGHT

Politics or Peace: Managing Political Tensions in the Workplace

Hearing a lot of political talk at work lately? Yikes. 🙈 Opinions often fly around faster than a Trump tweet at 3AM, meanwhile, HR professionals are caught in the middle…

While the First Amendment protects free speech from government interference, it doesn't extend to private employers. This means companies can set guidelines around political expression to ensure workplace harmony. So how do you balance open discourse, inclusivity, and professionalism — without the office turning into a cable news debate?

Some tactics to keep the peace without playing referee:

✅ Set Clear Policies – Encourage friendly debates but draw the line so it doesn’t lead office shouting matches.
✅ Encourage Respect – Everyone’s got opinions — it doesn’t mean staff can offend colleagues each time they visit the coffee machine.
✅ Focus on Common Goals – Place more emphasis on meeting deadlines, team calls and events.
✅ Train & Lead by Example – By equipping managers so they can keep things civil, there’ll be no need for HR to play debate moderator.

Ultimately, we want a workplace that’s productive — not one that feels like an endless election night special. Where do you draw the line in political discourse?

See this guide for tips on keeping the peace (without needing a mute button):

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

1️⃣ HR Should Prepare for Immigration Raids

Experts warn HR should prepare for increased worksite immigration enforcement, including raids, as ICE steps up efforts targeting undocumented workers under Trump. [SHRM]

2️⃣ Oracle's HR Software Has AI Agents for Taxes, Career Planning

The company has embedded AI capabilities into its Human Capital Management software with the intention of optimizing workplace productivity. [Fast Company]

3️⃣ HR's Burnout Issue Risks Catching Fire

Growing HR demands and stress are driving higher burnout, making it crucial for organizations to implement strategies that support HR staff well-being. [Raconteur]

4️⃣ How Brand-Savvy HR Teams Slash Recruitment

According to SHRM, replacing an employee can rack up anywhere from six to nine months of their salary. [Fast Company]

5️⃣ DOGE Staff Questioned the 'Resign' Email

Elon Musk's DOGE initiative express concerns over a "deferred resignation" proposal, highlighting the need for clear HR communication during organizational changes. [Wired]

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HR ADVICE

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