ASTRONOLOGY®

Employee Relations

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In this Labor Day 2026 Astronology® issue, we will explore key employment challenges across time, highlighting both recent developments and foundational moments in labor history.
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In this Astronology®, we consider how organizations can plan to attract and support the incoming Gen Z workforce by integrating key beliefs this generation upholds.
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In this Astronology® we consider why microlearning works, where it falls short, and how organizations can use it effectively in their development strategies.
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In this Astronology® article, we’ll take a closer look at the benefits of developing leadership skills within your existing team members and share three practical strategies to create meaningful leadership opportunities within your organization.
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Hiring technology allows businesses to move fast and reduce costs, but if this technology isn’t used carefully, the candidate experience can suffer.
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Uber drivers, DoorDash deliverers, and all types of freelancers have increased dramatically in the past few years. Their work, along with traditional freelancing and independent contracting, make up 36% of the U.S. workforce.
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Lately, the acronym DEI has become a politically charged topic. While many may feel the topic is a new, possibly divisive term, the reality is the conversation surrounding DEI has been around since as early as the 1860’s, when federal preferential hiring was made to veterans from the U.S.
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Previous Astronology® articles have mentioned the power of job rotation programs for career progression. In this Astronology® article, we highlight the advantages, disadvantages, and best practices when developing and implementing a job rotation program.
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In our March 2025 Astronology® article “Refresh and Revisit Career Paths,” we highlighted the importance of career paths and the different systems and tools that are used to balance organizational needs and employee skills. One career path system we mentioned, the traditional career path, is widely used due to its linear progression design.
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Every nonprofit professional understands the importance of personalization for fundraising. Donors expect to have their own experiences with your organization, and you likely already employ several strategies to tailor messages to individual supporters. However, you shouldn’t stop there.