Big Data—9 Dangers to Look Out For
Big data is being touted as the great new source of actionable information for HR pros. However, while big data analysis can produce some fascinating results, beware—big data can be accompanied by big dangers.
Author: Stephen Bruce, PhD, PHR
Max Pay, Hybrids, and Compression: Navigating 3 Tricky Scenarios
Seasoned HR pros know that there are times when compensation is anything but simple. However, there are ways to navigate these tricky waters. Here are three such scenarios, with tips for successfully addressing them from Barry L. Brown, SPHR, CCP.
Social Media Policy 101: Don’t Restrict Concerted Activity
Social media is a part of everyday life for millions of people, and organizations have found that it has infiltrated working life. Employers are learning they need to manage the impact social media has on the workplace, both the positive and the negative. For example:
Do You Take a Journalist’s Approach to Training? Ask These 8 Questions to Prepare Your Sessions
Training experts agree that the difference between an effective safety training session and a lackluster presentation is preparation. Today’s Advisor shows you how to prepare by using the journalistic approach of asking ‘W’ questions, such as who, what, and where.
Don’t Leave Your Success to Fate
Over the weekend, I watched a movie with my wife. I won’t say which movie because my guy friends will make fun of me. But in my defense, this past weekend included Valentine’s Day. Anyway, the movie talked a lot about fate and destiny and got me thinking about how much of what happens to […]
6 Best Practices for Online Learning
Today’s Advisor provides several best practices to help you ensure employee success when you provide online skills training.
Don’t Leave Your Success to Fate
Over the weekend, I watched a movie with my wife. I won’t say which movie because my guy friends will make fun of me. But in my defense, this past weekend included Valentine’s Day. Anyway, the movie talked a lot about fate and destiny and got me thinking about how much of what happens to […]
The critical relationship between the CEO and human resources
IRS Offers Temporary Safe Harbor for Some Premium Reimbursement Arrangements
Small employers and certain other plan sponsors can continue to reimburse individual premiums until July 1, without the threat of extreme penalties for offering coverage that does not comply with Affordable Care Act insurance mandates, under new guidance from the Internal Revenue Service. IRS Notice 2015-17 reiterates IRS’ previous warning, in Notice 2013-54, that giving employees […]
Let Your Training Get Corrosive if Need Be
In yesterday’s Advisor, we gave background information and instructions for corrosives training. Today, we provide best practices and emergency first-aid training instructions.