The 5 Hurdles—FMLA Leave for Children 18 and Older
Employees who are eligible for FMLA leave who want to take leave to care for a child 18 years of age or older must jump through five hoops to qualify.
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The Importance of Training in Instructional Design
“If trainers are asked to be designers, they have to be familiar with adult learning theory in instructional design if they are going to be effective,” Guilkey insists. And the same applies to subject matter experts if the task of designing a training session is assigned to them. “A lot of people being asked to […]
The 14 Qualities of Great Leaders—How Many Do You Have?
Marvin Bower joined McKinsey & Company in 1933 and served as the management consulting firm’s managing partner from 1950 to 1967. In 1997, he published a book titled The Will to Lead: Running a Business with a Network of Leaders, in which he shares his perspectives on leadership. One of Bower’s beliefs is that a […]
HR skills inadequate? Research details challenges for 21st century employers
Few would deny that the human resources department has its hands full. With change bombarding the workplace at an ever-increasing pace, HR professionals feel the heat. Now, a new study examining 21st century workplace trends concludes that HR is at risk of getting burned. The Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends 2014 report sounds a dire […]
NLRB, Congress mull changes to regulations on union elections
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) wrapped up a two-day meeting April 11 in which both foes and supporters spoke out about a proposed change to the rules governing union representation elections. But even before spokespersons of pro-union and pro-business interests began their statements, a U.S. House of Representatives Committee was advancing bills aimed at […]
Hard Goals for Soft Objectives
Yesterday’s Advisor covered best practices in goal setting. Today, how to set measurable goals for soft objectives, plus an introduction to the all-thing-HR-in-one website, HR. BLR.com.
Agency proposes clearinghouse for commercial driver drug tests
by Charles S. Plumb The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed a new rule that would create a database of commercial drivers’ drug test histories, making it easier for employers to find a job candidate’s past drug test results. The comment period is open until April 21. Under the current rules, employers that hire […]
Got an 800-pound gorilla? It might be time to confront him
by Dan Oswald One of the national hotel chains, in an attempt to attract business travelers, advertises that if you stay at its hotels, you’ll be able to take on “the 800-pound gorilla in the room.” The ad shows Regional Manager Amy, after spending a night in one of the hotels, being able to tame […]
Video Training on Retaliation
Retaliation is now the leading basis for charges against employers. What should you be doing to avoid such charges? In the latest Compliance Corner video blog from our sister publication, HR Daily Advisor, editor Stephen Bruce explains how to reduce your risk of a lawsuit. Looking for exciting new ways to train your supervisors? […]
State Actions Reshaping Minimum Wage Debate
A wave of state minimum wage increases and proposed bills is reshaping efforts to raise the federal minimum wage. Dozens of states have taken up minimum wage bills over the last year, with five states — Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Minnesota and West Virginia — passing measures in the last few months. According to the National […]