Explore our growing library of practical HR and leadership resources designed to help organizations stay informed, solve workplace challenges, strengthen leadership, and make better business decisions.
Publications & Resources
Compliance Alerts
Stay informed. Stay compliant.
Timely updates on federal and Massachusetts employment law developments, regulatory
changes, and workplace issues, with practical insights into what changed, why it matters, and what employers need to know and do.
HR@Work Tools
Practical HR tools at your fingertips.
Practical checklists, job aids, templates, annual updates, charts, and other ready-to-use tools designed to help employers save time, stay organized, and put HR best practices into action.
Examples include:
- Compensation & Benefits by the Numbers
- Annual HR Compliance Calendar
- I-9 Job Aid
- Employee Record Retention Guide
- New Hire Checklist
- Leave Administration Resources
- Handbook Checklists and Templates
HR Insights
Practical guidance for better business decisions.
In-depth articles that explore today’s HR, leadership, compensation, benefits, and organizational issues while providing practical recommendations and implementation ideas.
Lead Forward Insights
Leadership for today and tomorrow.
Practical insights and strategies focused on the leadership capabilities needed to lead effectively today and prepare for the future of work.
Books and Professional Contributions
HR@Work’s publications also include contributions to nationally recognized resources and upcoming books focused on practical HR and leadership.
Wolters Kluwer
Contributing author to Quick Reference to COBRA and Quick Reference to HIPAA, practical reference guides covering employee benefits laws and related compliance topics.
HR That Works
A practical, plain-language guide created specifically for Massachusetts employers with up to 50 employees.
Designed for business owners, managers, and HR professionals in smaller organizations, HR That Works simplifies the complexities of employment law, HR compliance, and people management. The book explains how Massachusetts and federal employment laws work together while providing practical guidance for handling everyday workplace situations.
Filled with checklists, decision tables, templates, and real-world examples, HR That Works goes beyond explaining the law to help employers make informed decisions, reduce risk, and build stronger workplaces.
Lead Forward (Coming Soon)
A practical guide to developing the leadership capabilities needed to become a Future Ready leader.
Built around five essential dimensions of leadership and 20 core leadership capabilities, Lead Forward helps leaders assess their strengths, identify development opportunities, and create a personalized plan for continued growth. The book includes the Future Ready Leadership Assessment, practical development tools, and actionable strategies to help leaders build the skills needed to lead with confidence in a rapidly changing workplace.
Let’s Start a Conversation
Whether you’re looking for practical HR guidance, leadership development, or support with a workplace challenge, we’re here to help. We’d welcome the opportunity to learn more about your organization and discuss how HR@Work can help you build a stronger workplace.