Corporate America Has Never Been Richer. Why Do So Many Workers Feel Insecure?

The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!A recent report found that labor's share of economic output has fallen to the lowest level ever recorded, while corporate profit margins remain near historic highs. In this episode of the Workplace Minute, Steve explores what this growing divide between profits and pay means for workers, employers, and the future of the American economy.Drawing on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other economic sources, we examine how decades of policy decisions, changing labor dynamics, shareholder priorities, globalization, and technology have reshaped the relationship between workers and the wealth they help create. As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, this episode asks a fundamental question: Is our economy still delivering on the promise that hard work should lead to greater opportunity and economic security?To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.