Namely’s 2023 Wrapped: Top HR Blog Posts

Reflecting on the musical highlights of the year through Spotify Wrapped was a blast for the Namely team. For the second consecutive year, we've curated a playlist of our top HR blog posts, webinars, and library resources from 2023. Next up in Namely's 2023 Wrapped series, these were our most popular blog posts this past year:

1. What Happens When Payday Falls on a Holiday or Weekend?

With over 179,000 views, our top blog post of the year (two years running) proves that payroll cycles are complex. Whether you pay your employees weekly, biweekly, monthly, or semimonthly, this post breaks down what to do if payday falls on a public holiday or weekend.

2. 10 Qualities & Skills Every Successful HR Professional Should Have

HR is not for the faint of heart. Managing the employee experience, recruiting top talent, overseeing benefits enrollment, and processing payroll just begin to scratch the surface of an HR practitioner’s day. All those responsibilities require a select, unique set of skills and not everyone is cut out for the job. These are some of the most important qualities an HR professional should have to excel in the workplace. 

3. Mandatory Overtime: The Overtime Laws in Each State

With 17,866 views since it was published earlier this year, it’s no secret that HR professionals everywhere had questions about mandatory overtime in the state(s) where their company operates. It’s critical to understand the overtime laws in your state to avoid issues with payroll and remain compliant in your management practices. 

4. 15 Office Birthday Ideas to Celebrate Employees

With many companies returning to the office this year, people teams have gotten creative with their employee engagement strategies. From hosting a monthly “Cake Day” to sending out personalized notes, we asked professionals across different industries how they celebrate and compiled a great list that will make your employees feel appreciated. 

5. What Is Your Workplace Love Language?

We took an office-friendly spin on the 5 romantic “love languages” this Valentine's Day with our workplace love languages blog and quiz. Understanding your coworkers’ office love languages, as well as your own, can lead to higher motivation, job satisfaction, and long-lasting connections. We're bringing back the quiz in 2024, so keep an eye out! 

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