#02 People Powered by Atlas: Your 2025 HR Playbook Starts Here ??

Hello there ???

Welcome to 2025! Time to set some bold HR goals—like boosting engagement, navigating policy shifts, and keeping your team ahead of the curve. Let’s make this year one of HR growth and success together!?

Did you know…???

Employee engagement tanked global GDP by $8.9 trillion, per Gallup 's report—ouch! With only 23% of employees feeling the vibe, boosting workplace enthusiasm isn’t just nice, it’s essential for keeping positions and staying competitive in the ongoing labor shortage.?

Ongoing Stuff That Matters to You ???

US employees eyeing international moves? It’s a 2025 HR trend with big implications—and Atlas CEO Jim McCoy weighs in.?

• The What: Relocation buzz is growing. Employees want options, but navigating global moves is complex.?

• The When: Right now. Shifts in workplace mobility are reshaping how businesses compete for talent.?

• The Stakes: Compliance risks, retention challenges, and global opportunities make supporting expats a strategic must.?

• The Move: Create mobility programs that keep talent happy and your company ahead of competition.?

?? Check out Jim’s thoughts on the full picture!?

Global HR Snapshots?

Poland’s Pay Raise: 2025 Edition??

Poland’s minimum wage jumps to USD 1,150.44 monthly and USD 7.52 hourly. Stay compliant with payroll rules and dodge fines—because no one wants trouble with the Państwowa Inspekcja Pracy!?

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Norway’s Sick Leave 101: Sick in Norway?

Employees can self-declare up to three days off. Employers pay full salary for the first 16 days—after that, Norway’s National Insurance steps in.?

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Jamaica’s Holiday Compliance: Playing the Limbo?

Jamaica’s Holiday Acts keep employers on their toes, balancing public holiday pay and leave like a game of limbo. Stay compliant, adjust payroll, and keep employees happy without bending too far.?

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Unlock Your HR Potential?

Curious about compliance risks? Atlas’ tool helps you spot misclassification issues and stay ahead—quick, easy, and worry-free.?

HR Hot Takes?

What’s next for employee experience in 2025? As we look ahead, the emphasis is clear: personalization, flexibility, and trust-driven cultures—key insights backed by Qualtrics

The real question is: how can forward-thinking HR teams create experiences that engage, inspire, and retain top talent??

?? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!?

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