Proposal would allow overtime for 3.6M more US workers | ADP: Private payrolls increase 177K, below expectations | Upskilling helps young tech talent to thrive
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A rule proposed by the Labor Department would expand eligibility for overtime to an estimated 3.6 million additional US workers in professional, administrative and professional roles. The rule would mandate that employers pay overtime worked by employees with salaries below $1,059 per week, or $55,068 annually. The current threshold is $35,568, after an increase during the Trump administration. Full Story: The Associated Press (8/30)
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ADP: Private payrolls increase 177K, below expectations Private firms added 177,000 jobs in August, according to ADP, a sharp drop from the 371,000 added in July and below economists' expectations of 200,000. The slower-than-expected job creation is seen as a sign that the US labor market may be weakening in the high-interest-rate environment. Full Story: CNBC (8/30)
What is payroll's part in keeping a company up to date? Payroll trends can give small businesses an advantage in legal compliance and in adjusting to remote, hybrid or gig work models, business consultant Jessica Elliott writes. Digital payroll procedures ease companies' adaptation to changes in data integrity, global growth and accessibility, among other elements. Full Story: CO— (US Chamber of Commerce) (8/30)
A recent Harris Poll/Human Flourishing Lab survey of Americans' views toward technology found there really isn't much of a generational divide when it comes to new technologies, with 78% of respondents overall interested in learning how new technologies such as AI, robotics and virtual reality work. Additionally, over 80% of each generation agrees that it is important to keep an open mind about new technologies. Full Story: Fortune (tiered subscription model) (8/24)
The HR Leader
AI can be powerful leadership tool when used smartly Leaders can tap into the power of AI to help them streamline their processes, define new goals and generate more nuanced questions for one-on-ones to create a more profound sense of connection with their direct reports, primarily if they work remotely, writes Susan Fowler, CEO and founder of Mojo Moments. Fowler outlines how she has used AI to improve her writing, set new goals and create stronger connections. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (8/30)
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"Dersu Uzala" was released in 1975, a film adaptation of explorer Vladimir Arsenyev's account of a trapper with whom he explored the Russian Far East. Who directed the film?
What drives your decisions: pleasure or purpose? The thought occured to me this morning, as I stared at the cold foil-wrapped pizza from last night that was sitting in the fridge. I was tired and hungry and needed to start work. I had zero energy to cook. The pizza was delicious and easy. It won. Don't judge. I know I'm not the only one who's lost that battle. But it did make me think: When it comes to making daily decisions (big and small), do we lean more toward pleasure or purpose? I know we want to think that purpose wins most of the time -- but does it? For instance, if it was you leaning into the fridge this morning, did you grab the pizza (or whatever your favorite guilty pleasure food is)? Or did you take the yogurt and fruit instead? Or, maybe it’s after work and you’re wiped out. You want to take a nap, but are worried that if you don’t go to the gym, you’ll be lazy later and skip it altogether. Do you grab your gear and head out the door, or do you flop onto the couch for an hour of rest and “Blue Bloods”? You registered for a virtual event on AI and plan to attend the session on employment law and a few others that sound interesting. You make two of the sessions and promise yourself to watch the others over the weekend. When Saturday arrives, it’s gorgeous outside. Do you get the online session out of the way? Or do you take the Harley out for a long ride and lunch along the coast? Augh. This was a tough exercise. The truth is that when it comes to making decisions, my default is pleasure, especially if I’m tired, stressed or feeling lazy. Pleasure is the easy choice, the one that brings immediate gratification. So what causes me to choose purpose over pleasure? Consequences. A desire for a different outcome. It’s me getting tired of my jeans feeling snug or feeling convicted when my roommate leaves for the gym but I’m still on the couch. It’s also me deciding to be intentional. It’s taking myself off auto-pilot and paying attention to my time and actions. When I do this, making good decisions is much easier and far more gratifying. How do you keep yourself on track, with the big and little things of life? Let me know! And if you enjoy this brief, tell others so they can benefit also.
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