How to Manage Conflict Between Two Employees (Without Creating More Risk)
Employee conflict should be addressed early, neutrally, and with structure.
The goal is not to determine who is “right,” but to stabilize operations, protect trust, and prevent escalation into performance, legal, or cultural risk.
Unmanaged conflict rarely resolves itself. It compounds.
New IRS Rules for Employer-Paid PFML Contributions Take Effect in 2026
Starting in 2026, new IRS rules require employer-paid PFML contributions to be treated as taxable wages. Employers must ensure payroll systems are properly configured to remain compliant.
Minnesota PFML Contributions Begin January 1, 2026 — What Employers Need to Prepare Now
Beginning January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers and employees will be required to contribute to the state’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program. While the policy goal is straightforward, the payroll and compliance execution is not—especially for organizations operating across multiple states or with mixed workforce classifications.
Influence Without Control: The Mediation Skill That Resolves Conflict Faster
Why Experience Matters in Mediation
Not all mediation is equal.
True mediation expertise lies in understanding human behavior under pressure—how insecurity shows up as defensiveness, how power dynamics distort communication, and how poorly framed conversations can derail resolution entirely.
At KSC, mediation is approached as a structured, strategic process designed to restore clarity, preserve relationships where possible, and resolve disputes efficiently—without unnecessary escalation or litigation exposure.
Because resolution isn’t about winning.
It’s about moving forward with certainty.
Philadelphia Ban the Box Updates Effective January 2026
Philadelphia’s “Ban the Box” Law Is Changing Again—Here’s What Employers Need to Know Before January 2026.
Why Successful Mediation Feels Easy—When It’s Done Right
Why KSC Mediation Works
Successful mediation feels easy because the work happens before anyone argues.
At KSC, we focus on:
Careful qualification of disputes
Thoughtful preparation of participants
Clear expectations around roles and outcomes
A structured process that protects neutrality and confidentiality
Mediation isn’t about convincing people to agree. It’s about creating the conditions where agreement becomes possible.
And when that happens, resolution feels less like compromise—and more like clarity.
When Duty Doesn’t End at Discharge
A professional digital illustration accompanying the KSC article “When Duty Doesn’t End at Discharge: An Open Letter to Companies Hiring Veterans.” The image features a handwritten letter addressed to “Dear Employers” on a wooden desk, surrounded by symbolic elements including a folded American flag, military dog tags, a pen, and reference books. Warm lighting and a composed workspace convey leadership responsibility, thoughtful preparation, and respect for veteran service, reinforcing the article’s focus on employer readiness, governance, and structured support when hiring veterans.