SHRM Research and Resources on Burnout at Work, Marijuana May Be Reclassified, Temporary Visas for Farmworkers, more

New SHRM research found that 45 percent of employees are 'emotionally drained' from their work.

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SHRM's HR Daily May 1, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Here's How Bad Burnout Has Become at Work Burnout is affecting nearly half of workers, according to SHRM's Employee Mental Health in 2024 Research Series, released for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. Recognition programs, employee engagement and encouraging a sense of belonging at work can help ease the feelings of exhaustion and being overwhelmed.     SHRM's Mental Health & Wellness Virtual Retreat While organizations have made good strides in trying to improve workers' mental health, there is still a lot of work to do. In this free day of learning on May 22, join thought leaders from across multiple industries as they discuss ways to improve the state of mental health and well-being in your workplace. Two sessions address burnout—both for employees and HR professionals: Stress, Burnout and the Workplace: Strategies for Enhancing Employee Engagement Burnout: How It's Affecting the Workforce and HR Professionals     Podcast: Beyond Burnout with Janice Litvin In this episode of the Career Compass podcast from SHRM, Janice Litvin, speaker and author, shares her approaches to leading a burnout-free career.     Advertisement   MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     DEA Moves to Lower Restrictions on Medical Marijuana The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is moving to declassify marijuana from Schedule I drug status—the same designation as heroin and LSD—to Schedule III, a classification shared by anabolic steroids and ketamine. It would recognize medical use of marijuana but would not make recreational use legal. Employers would still face multiple differing state laws regulating the drug.     DOL Issues Final Rule Aiding Foreign Farm Workers The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced a final rule to enhance protections for agricultural workers within the H-2A temporary worker visa program. It focuses on safeguarding workers against retaliation, improving conditions for self-advocacy, increasing transparency in foreign labor recruitment, and boosting enforcement capabilities.   Advertisement     A supervisor's guide to addressing mental health at work Poor mental health can affect the way people think, feel, and behave in all aspects of life, including the workplace. Mental health issues at work may not only affect performance and relationships, but may also lead to burnout, turnover, and more. Confidently address mental health and ensure wellbeing in your organization with our supervisor's guide today. Download this guide from Brightmine now     COURT REPORT     Court Revives Title VII Claims Against CRT and Gender Identity Training An appeals court reversed the dismissal of claims brought by a worker who alleged that he was retaliated against for his opposition to critical race theory (CRT) and gender identity training.     Appeals Court Awards Costs to Worker in Wage Case A California appeals court ruled that a pizza delivery driver who won a minimum wage and overtime lawsuit is entitled to reasonable litigation costs.     Advertisement   SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     SHRM's Total Rewards Workshop Total Rewards of the Future May 14, noon-4 p.m. ET / 9 a.m.-1 p.m. PT Sponsor: Aon Explore the evolving landscape of employee rewards in our Total Rewards Workshop, where we'll examine the latest and most impactful benefits emerging for the workforce. Learn actionable strategies to tailor rewards that resonate with a diverse workforce, ensuring inclusivity and satisfaction across the board. Discover how cutting-edge technologies and analytics can be harnessed to personalize rewards efficiently and swiftly, enhancing program effectiveness and employee engagement.     5 Trends Defining the Future of Hiring May 6, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: iCIMS Companies excelling in talent acquisition possess distinct advantages: strategic clarity, automation and the requisite technology for rapid execution, all essential for securing top talent and driving business expansion. Join this program to discover the top five emerging trends in 2024's hiring landscape, as unveiled by industry experts, and learn about the critical technologies that can give you a competitive edge. Our expert panel will explore crucial issues, including the influence of generative AI in recruitment, strategies for skills-based hiring, and the equilibrium between attracting and retaining employees.     Gallup Research on the Power of Recognition: A Toolkit to Impact Behavior Shifts May 13, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Workhuman In this webcast, Gallup and Workhuman explore how an enhanced recognition strategy is linked to improved employee engagement and superior business performance. You'll gain insights into how different rewards fulfill employee motivations and the application of best practices in recognition programs that drive tangible returns. We'll also cover effective approaches to defining and measuring the success of these programs, ensuring you can adapt and implement these strategies within your organization.     How to Build and Execute a Benefits Strategy May 21, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Colonial Life In this webcast, learn how to build and execute a benefits strategy. Discover how to rethink your marketing and talent retention strategies despite limited resources and gain an understanding of the different types of benefits available—allowing you to successfully build and execute a benefits strategy that is right for your business. Additionally, gain insights on how to communicate these benefits effectively to ensure employee engagement and satisfaction.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. CHRO - Community Colleges of Spokane - Spokane, Wash. (Onsite)     USEFUL LINKS   SHRM is starting 1 Million Civil Conversations. Together we can make the world a better place, one conversation at a time. Learn more at shrm.org/civility. If you're ready to gather data, look no further than SHRM Survey Elite. Our survey system saves you time and money and gets you results. ​Join us at the Better Workplaces Challenge Cup—a virtual showdown of HR tech startups! Up next: HR Operations. Earn 2 PDCs per event attended. Register today.     FEATURED WHITE PAPERS   New for 2024: Software Advice's HR Software Pricing Guide   OFFERED BY:  Software Advice   Make sure you're prepared for 2024 by knowing what to budget for human resource software. This guide from Software Advice breaks down upfront, subscription and hidden costs, plus answers other questions you've been wondering about.   READ MORE   6 Top-Rated Tools to Include in Your HR Tech Stack   OFFERED BY: Software Advice   Looking to build an HR tech stack for your business? Check out these top six HR tools with the highest user ratings. We looked at thousands of reviews from HR professionals and their software search patterns to identify the most-viewed HR-related software categories on Capterra.   READ MORE     Access more content and insights from SHRM's White Paper Library.       Connect with us on social!              1800 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 USA Contact Us | shrm.org This email was sent to manojdole1.Architectural@blogger.com. This email may contain advertisements. Unsubscribe or Change Email Preferences | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy © 2024 SHRM. All rights reserved.