HR Compliance Resources
U.S. Department of Labor – wage and hour laws, workplace regulations, compliance guidance. DOL
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – discrimination, harassment, accommodations, workplace rights. EEOC
Occupational Safety and Health Administration – workplace safety standards and requirements. OSHA
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) — Direct readers specifically to I-9 Central for employment eligibility verification, Form I-9 requirements and related employer guidance. USCIS I-9 Central
E-Verify — Useful for employers participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and understand their responsibilities under the program. E-Verify
Internal Revenue Service – www.irs.gov — employee classification and payroll tax resources. IRS
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) — Important even for nonunion employers. The NLRA protects certain employee concerted activity involving wages, benefits and working conditions even when employees are not represented by a union. National Labor Relations Board
Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) — A strong resource for employer-sponsored retirement and health plans, ERISA and COBRA. The DOL provides employer-specific COBRA guidance through EBSA. Employee Benefits Security Administration
U.S. Department of Labor Workplace Poster Resources — This deserves its own listing because it's so useful for small businesses. Employers can access required federal posters free of charge and use DOL resources to determine which federal posters apply. The DOL also specifically advises employers to check their state requirements separately. DOL Workplace Posters
Don't Stop at Federal Law: Employment requirements can vary significantly by state—and sometimes by city or county. Employers should also consult their state's labor department or equivalent agency for requirements involving minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest periods, paid leave, final pay, workplace posters, unemployment insurance and other state-specific employment laws.
Kalli HR Tip™
Compliance isn't a one-time project. Employment laws, regulations and agency guidance change. Bookmark these resources and make reviewing federal, state and local requirements part of your regular HR routine.
Important: These resources are provided for general informational purposes and should not be considered legal advice. Employment laws and regulations change frequently and may vary by jurisdiction. When you're unsure how a law applies to a specific situation, consult a qualified HR professional or employment attorney.
Professional Development Resources
SHRM — Society for Human Resource Management
Professional education, certification, conferences, HR research, tools, and networking. shrm.orgHRCI — HR Certification Institute
Professional HR certifications and continuing education opportunities. hrci.orgATD — Association for Talent Development
Training, learning and development, instructional design, and leadership development. td.orgWorldatWork
Education and certifications focused on compensation, benefits, and total rewards. worldatwork.orgICF — International Coaching Federation
Coaching education, professional credentials, and leadership development resources. coachingfederation.orgIHRIM — International Association for Human Resource Information Management
Professional development focused on HR technology and HR information systems. ihrim.orgIFEBP — International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Education and resources related to employee benefits and benefit-plan administration. ifebp.org
Book Recommendations
HR is a profession in which we never truly stop learning. Laws change, workplaces evolve, employees' expectations shift, and new challenges continually emerge. Throughout my career, I have found that some of the best HR professionals and leaders are those who remain curious and committed to learning.
The following books are resources I recommend for anyone who wants to continue building their knowledge of HR, leadership, employee relations, workplace compliance, and people management. Some are practical reference guides, while others may challenge you to think differently about how you lead and support people.
The Kalli HR Playbook is only the beginning. Keep learning. Keep asking questions. And never stop working to build a better workplace.
1. The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Law — Charles H. Fleischer
This would be my #1 compliance recommendation. It covers more than 200 workplace-law topics in practical language for HR professionals, managers, employers, and small-business owners.
2. The SHRM Essential Guide to Talent Management — Sharlyn Lauby
Addresses workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, engagement, performance management, learning and development, succession planning, and employee transitions.
3. The First 90 Days — Michael D. Watkins
Excellent for new managers and leaders moving into new roles.
4. Radical Candor — Kim Scott
A useful recommendation for managers learning how to balance caring about employees with giving clear, direct feedback.
5. Crucial Conversations — Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler and Emily Gregory
Difficult employee conversations, conflict, accountability, and communication.
6. The Five Dysfunctions of a Team — Patrick Lencioni
Very approachable for business owners and managers and helpful for understanding trust, conflict, accountability, commitment, and team performance.
7. Dare to Lead — Brené Brown
Courage, vulnerability, trust, and leadership development.
8. Drive — Daniel H. Pink
Useful for understanding motivation, engagement, autonomy, mastery, and purpose—particularly helpful for managers trying to understand what actually motivates employees.
9. Human Resource Management — Gary Dessler
This is the heavier reference-book option. It's a comprehensive HR textbook covering the broader HR discipline and would be useful for someone who wants to go considerably deeper.
10. The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups — Daniel Coyle
An insightful look at what makes successful workplace cultures thrive. Coyle explores how trust, belonging, vulnerability, and shared purpose help create strong, connected teams. A valuable read for HR professionals and leaders who want to build cultures where employees feel supported, engaged, and committed to a common purpose.