Trends & Insights - page 2
HR Technology
We Don’t Have an HR Technology Problem. We Have an Expertise Problem
HR tools can't replace expertise. See why SMBs need real HR knowledge — not just automation — to stay compliant, reduce risk, and operate with confidence.
April 28, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Even Leaders with Plenty of Resources Are Losing Sleep Over Healthcare Benefits.
Rising premiums and growing complexity are hitting even well-resourced companies hard. Learn why healthcare benefits are now a strategic concern — not just HR's.
April 21, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Customers Don’t Always Ask For What They Need. And That’s Where Brokers Come In.
SMB owners often default to basic benefits—but the workforce has changed. See how brokers help clients close the gap between familiar and competitive offerings.
April 20, 2026 ・3 mins read
Read more
Performance Management
Doing More with Less? Make the Most of TriNet Training and Consulting Programs
Already a TriNet customer? HR 101 live trainings and Talent & Org Consulting can help you do more with less—without adding headcount. See what you're missing.
April 15, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Balancing Work, Family, and Wellbeing
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re focusing on something many women carry every day, often silently: the invisible load. It can have a real impact on physical and mental health, and on how women show up at work.
March 27, 2026 ・5 mins read
Read more
Compliance
HR Headaches: How and When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant?
Wondering when should I tell my boss I’m pregnant? Sharing your pregnancy news with your boss and colleagues can be anxiety inducing- these tips can help.
March 10, 2026 ・6 mins read
Read more
Payroll
What is Retroactive Pay?
Retroactive pay (or retro pay) is when compensation is due to an employee for work they already performed.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
How Much Is the Average PTO in the US?
Between unlimited PTO and flexible vacation, there’s a lot of variability in paid time off, but here’s the scoop on average PTO in USA workforces.
March 9, 2026 ・6 mins read
Read more
Compliance
Who is Considered Immediate Family for Bereavement Leave?
Learn who qualifies as immediate family for bereavement leave, including spouses, children and more.
March 9, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Understanding Your Employee Health Insurance Card: Fast Facts and FAQs
Health insurance cards are valuable keys for unlocking access to medical services. Here are the answers to common questions about these cards.
February 24, 2026 ・13 mins read
Read more
Benefits
What’s a Qualifying Life Event for Health Insurance Coverage Changes?
In the event of a qualifying life event (QLE), employees qualify to make changes in their current health plan benefits selection. Are you eligible?
April 27, 2026 ・3 mins read
Read more
Benefits
You Can’t Control All Healthcare Costs.
Most employees don't fully understand the benefits they already have. Learn how targeted education changes behavior, reduces healthcare costs, and builds confidence.
April 23, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
HR Essentials
TriNet Curates, Not Aggregates (and That’s the Whole Point)
TriNet Marketplace isn't a vendor directory — it's a curated set of vetted business solutions built for SMBs. No homework required. See how the selection works.
April 22, 2026 ・5 mins read
Read more
Compliance
Yes, HR Compliance Feels Stressful Right Now
Feeling the pressure of human resources compliance? You're not alone. See why HR compliance is harder than ever — and what SMBs can do to stay ahead of it.
April 16, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Global Workforce
Hiring Globally When the Ground Keeps Shifting.
Thinking about hiring internationally? Discover how TriNet Global helps SMBs navigate global workforce management, employer of record, and cross-border compliance.
April 14, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Payroll
The Legalities of Changing Employees’ Timecards
Can an employer change your time card? Sometimes. But employees and employers should know that falsifying time sheets is a violation of federal and state law.
March 10, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Benefits
If a salaried exempt employee takes a day off, using their PTO, do we only pay them for 32 hours that week?
Paid time off (PTO) means your employee is paid for the time that they’ve taken off.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Can You Cancel Health Insurance Anytime?
Can you cancel health insurance at any time? No, but you can always read this overview of how to cancel or change group health insurance coverage.
March 10, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Talent
How to Terminate an Employee (With Sample Scripts)
Terminating an employee is never easy. The challenge is to conduct the meeting in a professional way that not only protects the rights of the business, but those of the employee as well.
March 9, 2026 ・14 mins read
Read more
Talent
Generational Differences in the Workplace: Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z Explained
Generational differences in the workplace need not be as confusing as they sound. Our HR guide to Generations A to Z will shed light on how each fits into your organization.
March 9, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Payroll
Can I Use PTO After Giving Two Weeks' Notice — and What Is a PTO Payout?
If an employee gives two weeks’ notice, can they use remaining PTO during that time, take a PTO payout, or another option? Get the what, why and best practices.
February 23, 2026 ・9 mins read
Read more
HR Technology
We Don’t Have an HR Technology Problem. We Have an Expertise Problem
HR tools can't replace expertise. See why SMBs need real HR knowledge — not just automation — to stay compliant, reduce risk, and operate with confidence.
April 28, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
What’s a Qualifying Life Event for Health Insurance Coverage Changes?
In the event of a qualifying life event (QLE), employees qualify to make changes in their current health plan benefits selection. Are you eligible?
April 27, 2026 ・3 mins read
Read more
Benefits
You Can’t Control All Healthcare Costs.
Most employees don't fully understand the benefits they already have. Learn how targeted education changes behavior, reduces healthcare costs, and builds confidence.
April 23, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
HR Essentials
TriNet Curates, Not Aggregates (and That’s the Whole Point)
TriNet Marketplace isn't a vendor directory — it's a curated set of vetted business solutions built for SMBs. No homework required. See how the selection works.
April 22, 2026 ・5 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Even Leaders with Plenty of Resources Are Losing Sleep Over Healthcare Benefits.
Rising premiums and growing complexity are hitting even well-resourced companies hard. Learn why healthcare benefits are now a strategic concern — not just HR's.
April 21, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Customers Don’t Always Ask For What They Need. And That’s Where Brokers Come In.
SMB owners often default to basic benefits—but the workforce has changed. See how brokers help clients close the gap between familiar and competitive offerings.
April 20, 2026 ・3 mins read
Read more
Compliance
Yes, HR Compliance Feels Stressful Right Now
Feeling the pressure of human resources compliance? You're not alone. See why HR compliance is harder than ever — and what SMBs can do to stay ahead of it.
April 16, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Performance Management
Doing More with Less? Make the Most of TriNet Training and Consulting Programs
Already a TriNet customer? HR 101 live trainings and Talent & Org Consulting can help you do more with less—without adding headcount. See what you're missing.
April 15, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Global Workforce
Hiring Globally When the Ground Keeps Shifting.
Thinking about hiring internationally? Discover how TriNet Global helps SMBs navigate global workforce management, employer of record, and cross-border compliance.
April 14, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Balancing Work, Family, and Wellbeing
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re focusing on something many women carry every day, often silently: the invisible load. It can have a real impact on physical and mental health, and on how women show up at work.
March 27, 2026 ・5 mins read
Read more
Payroll
The Legalities of Changing Employees’ Timecards
Can an employer change your time card? Sometimes. But employees and employers should know that falsifying time sheets is a violation of federal and state law.
March 10, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Compliance
HR Headaches: How and When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant?
Wondering when should I tell my boss I’m pregnant? Sharing your pregnancy news with your boss and colleagues can be anxiety inducing- these tips can help.
March 10, 2026 ・6 mins read
Read more
Benefits
If a salaried exempt employee takes a day off, using their PTO, do we only pay them for 32 hours that week?
Paid time off (PTO) means your employee is paid for the time that they’ve taken off.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Payroll
What is Retroactive Pay?
Retroactive pay (or retro pay) is when compensation is due to an employee for work they already performed.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Can You Cancel Health Insurance Anytime?
Can you cancel health insurance at any time? No, but you can always read this overview of how to cancel or change group health insurance coverage.
March 10, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Benefits
How Much Is the Average PTO in the US?
Between unlimited PTO and flexible vacation, there’s a lot of variability in paid time off, but here’s the scoop on average PTO in USA workforces.
March 9, 2026 ・6 mins read
Read more
Talent
How to Terminate an Employee (With Sample Scripts)
Terminating an employee is never easy. The challenge is to conduct the meeting in a professional way that not only protects the rights of the business, but those of the employee as well.
March 9, 2026 ・14 mins read
Read more
Compliance
Who is Considered Immediate Family for Bereavement Leave?
Learn who qualifies as immediate family for bereavement leave, including spouses, children and more.
March 9, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Talent
Generational Differences in the Workplace: Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z Explained
Generational differences in the workplace need not be as confusing as they sound. Our HR guide to Generations A to Z will shed light on how each fits into your organization.
March 9, 2026 ・8 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Understanding Your Employee Health Insurance Card: Fast Facts and FAQs
Health insurance cards are valuable keys for unlocking access to medical services. Here are the answers to common questions about these cards.
February 24, 2026 ・13 mins read
Read more
Payroll
Can I Use PTO After Giving Two Weeks' Notice — and What Is a PTO Payout?
If an employee gives two weeks’ notice, can they use remaining PTO during that time, take a PTO payout, or another option? Get the what, why and best practices.
February 23, 2026 ・9 mins read
Read more
Learn how TriNet’s comprehensive HR solutions can help your business.
Fill out the form and we’ll contact you to set up a time to chat.
