Here’s news you can use in a constantly changing business environment, including how HR will look different in 2022, ways to protect your business from cybercrime, tips for engaging remote employees and more.

1. HR no longer a back-office function — The field of HR took on greater importance at many organizations during the COVID-19 pandemic. More agile approaches are just one way HR changed; discover 7 ways HR will look different in 2022.
2. Almost half of small businesses reported cyber attacks in 2021 — Cyber attacks are increasing and they aren’t expect to slow down any time soon. Learn how to protect your business from cybercrime in 2022.

3. Engaging remote employees isn’t easy — Remote work is here to stay and employers are seeking ways to keep their teams happy and productive. Discover five simple steps for engaging employees.

4. Expect more M&A in 2022 — 2021’s boom in global mergers and acquisitions will continue into 2022, fueled by abundant investment capital, historically low interest rates and a rebound in global economic growth. Discover the forecast of mergers and acquisitions for 2022.

5. A simple trick used by emotionally intelligent people — Shifting your perspective and controlling your emotions can help you see the world in a different light for a healthier, more optimistic outlook. Learn how to shift your perspective and be more optimistic.

Thank you to our Friday Five sources: Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Forbes, CFO Dive, and Inc.

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