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Busy Season Is Almost Here. Are You Ready?
We’re heading into one of the busiest and most event-filled times of the year. Between holidays, year-end deadlines, employee time off, and planning for the year ahead, it’s easy to
HR Horror Story: Fired While Facing a Pregnancy Emergency
A real-life reminder that accommodation requests aren’t optional. Sometimes HR horror stories begin with harassment allegations or poorly handled terminations. Other times, they start with a simple request for a
Professional Dress Throughout the Generational Lens
Through a Baby Boomers Lens For Baby Boomers like me, professional office dresshistorically demanded strict, formal corporate attire. This standard wasdesigned to project authority, organizational hierarchy, and a seriouscommitment to
ALSHRM 2026: Connecting, Learning, and Leading the Future of HR
This August, Rocket City HR Consulting participated in the 2026 Alabama SHRM State Conference (ALSHRM 2026) in Fairhope, Alabama. The conference brought together HR professionals from across the state to
IRS Updates Mileage Rate for 2026
Did you know the IRS updated standard mileage rates for 2026 mid-year due to rising fuel costs? For business driving, the rate is 72.5 cents per mile from January 1
New OFCCP Rules Reset Federal Contractor Affirmative Action Requirements
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) published three final rules on August 21, 2026, that significantly roll back affirmative action requirements for federal contractors. Key Regulatory Changes and