Economic uncertainty from the coronavirus pandemic has prompted President Donald Trump to propose eliminating the payroll tax rate for employees and employers. Trump wants the elimination permanent, but a shorter duration also is under consideration.

Internal communication is often overlooked or undervalued, even though it plays a key role in boosting morale, engagement and job satisfaction, A.wordsmith President Ann Smith writes. Smith offers six tips to build an internal-communication program, noting the most important thing is remaining authentic and being "honest, factual and clear with employees."

US Soccer Federation President Carlos Cordeiro has apologized for language in court documents stating the men's team deserves higher pay because its members carry more responsibility and play at a higher skill level than the women's team. The argument sparked backlash from Coca-Cola and players, prompting the federation to change counsel.

Artificial intelligence can have a negative effect on the expectations and working environment for low-wage employees, an AI Now report says. "There's a range of people who really want to embrace technology, but they want to make sure that workers have a voice at the table and that they have a way to provide feedback," says Annelies Goger of the Brookings Institute.

Employee advocacy programs are growing in popularity, but many don't succeed, primarily because of improper implementation, writes Daniel Ku of PostBeyond. Employers should consider the quality of content, the motivation of employees and the consistency of engagement, Ku writes.