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MAY 27, 2026

The Quiet Risk Building Inside Your Organization

Hidden workplace risk rarely begins with a formal complaint. In this Forbes HR Council article, Katherin Nukk-Freeman explores how culture, leadership behavior, and unresolved concerns quietly shape organizational risk long before issues become visible.

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MAY 12, 2026

Why Compliance Alone No Longer Protects Organizations From Risk

Originally featured in Forbes HR Council, this article examines why compliance alone no longer protects organizations from workplace risk. Discover how culture, leadership judgment, and psychological safety help organizations recognize warning signs and prevent issues before they escalate.

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MAY 6, 2026

The BE HEARD Act is back. Here’s what it signals for workplace training.

The BE HEARD Act is back, signaling a major shift in workplace training expectations. As lawmakers and regulators raise the bar on harassment prevention, organizations must rethink whether their training is defensible, effective, and built for today’s evolving risk landscape.

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APR 20, 2026

SHIFT HR Compliance Update: Workplace Legislation & Training News – April 2026

Workplace compliance expectations are evolving quickly in 2026. This month’s SHIFT HR Compliance Update breaks down key legislative, training, and risk developments — and what employers should be paying attention to now to strengthen prevention, accountability, and defensible compliance practices.

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APR 15, 2026

Global Harassment Training Requirements: What Multinational Employers Need to Know in 2026

Global harassment training requirements are rapidly changing, and multinational employers face pressure to prove prevention efforts are effective and defensible. This article breaks down legal trends, global training expectations, and what HR leaders should prioritize to reduce risk across jurisdictions.

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APR 8, 2026

Psychological Safety Is a Leadership Imperative And Critical Risk Strategy

Psychological safety is no longer a soft skill discussion. In this webinar recap, SHIFT’s expert panel explores how leadership behaviors shape trust, performance, and risk — and why organizations that strengthen psychological safety are better positioned to lead through uncertainty.

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MAR 23, 2026

SHIFT HR Compliance Brief: Workplace Legislation & Training Updates – March 2026

Workplace compliance expectations are shifting quickly as courts, regulators, and lawmakers increasingly evaluate how organizations apply policies in practice. This March 2026 HR Compliance Brief highlights legal risks tied to DEI scrutiny, gender identity laws, and global harassment prevention expectations.

WEBINARS

MAR 19, 2026

HR Compliance Brief Live: What You Need to Know to Stay Protected

Watch the replay to hear SHIFT Co-Founder and Employment Law Attorney Katherin Nukk-Freeman break down the workplace compliance developments HR leaders should be paying attention to — and what they mean for risk, training, and organizational protection right now.

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MAR 11, 2026

The Hidden Legal Risk of Layoffs

Layoffs affect more than organizational charts. They impact people, trust, and workplace culture. Learn how leaders and HR teams can communicate layoffs with transparency, empathy, and compliance while supporting employees during uncertain times.

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MAR 3, 2026

Katherin Nukk-Freeman Has Been Named A Top Women Founder in HR for 2026 by HR.com

Katherin Nukk-Freeman, Co-Founder and President of SHIFT, was honored by HR.com for her building SHIFT into a nationally respected, attorney-founded HR compliance training company focused on risk mitigation and culture transformation.

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MAR 3, 2026

How to Build a Feedback Culture 

Building a strong feedback culture requires more than annual reviews. This article explores how feedback training strengthens communication, trust, retention, and performance — and how organizations can turn everyday conversations into opportunities for growth, accountability, and connection.

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MAR 2, 2026

Workplace Harassment Training Requirements by State: A Roadmap for Employers

Navigating workplace harassment training requirements across multiple states is increasingly complex. This guide breaks down evolving mandates, training expectations, and compliance risks — helping employers build consistent, legally defensible programs that strengthen both workplace culture and prevention efforts.

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April Paszkiewicz
Talent Development Specialist

"What I like best about SHIFT HR Compliance Training is how engaging and easy to follow the content is."

It presents complex compliance topics in a clear, relatable way, which makes it easier to retain the information and apply it in real-world scenarios. I also appreciate the interactive elements that keep the training dynamic and help reinforce key concepts.

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Shinyera Johnson
Legal Professional

"Shift HR Compliance Training has made facilitating required trainings incredibly straightforward. "

Since our company operates across all US states, their platform allows us to meet every legal requirement without the hassle of tracking state-specific updates ourselves. The team members I’ve interacted with are always highly responsive and ensure that all my questions are thoroughly addressed. I truly can’t speak highly enough of them.

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Alicia Janowicz
Human Resources Business Partner

"Effortless integration, excellent support, and quality content"

SHIFT HR's courses do an excellent job of educating our staff on all relevant industry topics and concerns. The training is clear and to the point, ensuring that every employee gains valuable knowledge.

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Marlene Niznik
Knowledge and Learning Specialist

"A good product with quality and flexibility, adapting to changing environments and business needs very quickly. "

I like that SHIFT is user-friendly and provides great customer service. It's a great, intuitive program for individuals taking the training. The setup was seamless, easy, and quick.

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Corporate HR

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