When company owners announce surprise mergers, HR is left scrambling. Here are 5 honest things HR wishes they could tell leadership—but usually can’t.

HR isn’t here to pick sides—we’re here to protect the health of the company. And toxic management, no matter how charming it looks from the C-suite, is a disease.

HR supports the whole company—not just your team. Here’s why last-minute manager requests aren’t top priority, and how planning ahead helps everyone.

**Meta Description:** Debt is draining your employees—and your company. Here’s a cheeky take on why offering personal finance tools and support isn’t just nice, it’s smart business.

Here’s a secret most HR professionals won’t say out loud (but desperately want to): There is (almost) nothing new you can throw at us (we hope).

**Meta Description:** Want to make a CEO tune out fast? Just say “employee wellness” in an HR meeting. Here’s a cheeky look at why holistic care matters—even if leadership pretends it doesn’t.

Working in HR means being part therapist, part lawyer, part referee—and occasionally, office magician. But if HR could wave a wand and make everyone instantly understand a few key truths, here’s what would top the list:

While you're dealing with workplace crises, layoffs, HR audits, and navigating office politics, it's easy for your mental health to take a back seat. So, how do you stay zen without burning out or cracking under the pressure?

While others think HR is all about paperwork and parties, here are five things only fellow HR pros really get . . .