Several significant employment law changes take effect this month, requiring immediate action for compliance. Minimum Wage Increases: Many states are raising minimum wages on January 1, with rates reaching or exceeding $15/hour in places like Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Missouri, and Nebraska. California's statewide minimum rises to $16.90/hour. As of January 2026, 19 states have increased their minimum wage effective January 1, 2026. These increases are typically tied

As we step into 2026, the human resources landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, driven by technological advancements, shifting workforce expectations, and a complex global environment. At McPherson|Berry, we specialize in helping organizations navigate these changes to build resilient, high-performing teams. Drawing from insights across industry experts, this blog post explores the top HR trends for 2026 that every leader should prioritize. Whether you're focusing on

At McPherson|Berry, we recognize that employee burnout is a critical challenge in today’s fast-paced work environment. With 48% of U.S. HR professionals considering leaving the field due to emotional exhaustion and 41% globally reporting similar sentiments, burnout is a top organizational priority. HR departments play a pivotal role in fostering well-being and engagement to create a workplace where all employees can thrive. Below, we explore actionable strategies to combat em

As McPherson|Berry marks its 20th anniversary, we're not just celebrating where we've been. We're reimagining where human potential meets technological possibility. When we founded McPherson|Berry in 2005, the HR landscape looked dramatically different. Social media was nonexistent, remote work was an exception, and artificial intelligence seemed like science fiction. Yet our core belief remains unchanged: organizations thrive when their people do . 📍 The Journey: 20 Years o

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