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NLRA Basics

NLRA stands for the National Labor Relations Act, which was enacted in 1935. The NLRA was created to protect the rights of both employees and employers by encouraging them to come to agreements through collective bargaining. It also served to stop harmful labor practices. It applies to most private employers[i], but it does not apply […]

As On-Demand Pay Gains Popularity, Data Shows How It’s Working

Interest continues to grow in programs that allow workers to access at least part of their pay ahead of their regular payday. Surveys consistently show that on-demand pay—often called earned wage access (EWA)—is a popular perk for many employees and employers alike. Employers see it as a way to attract and retain workers, and employees […]

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2018’s Hot Jobs and Recruiting Challenges

Earlier this year, MIT Technology Review predicted five jobs that are likely to grow in 2018. We’re now well into the year; how prescient were its predictions? Let’s take a look at the five jobs predicted to grow in 2018:

Penn State’s attempt at wellness program didn’t go so well

by Dan Oswald Penn State University found itself at the center of another controversy when it told faculty and employees they must participate in the school’s new wellness program or have $100 withheld from their paychecks every month. The wellness program, which required employees to fill out an online wellness profile and visit a doctor […]

How Common Is Napping on the Job?

In today’s high-speed, always-on work environment, the line between work and rest is increasingly blurred. A recent The Sleep Doctor survey, led by Dr. Michael Breus, sheds light on an interesting trend: A significant number of employees are napping during work hours. According to the survey, one in three workers nap on the job every […]

4 Ways to Foster Employee Loyalty and Retention Going into 2024

A major priority for many Human Resources (HR) teams? Employee retention. When a company faces frequent employee turnover, it has a negative effect on the business in multiple ways. If you’re able to hang onto your employees longer, you won’t face these challenges. Your business will run much more smoothly and you’ll be able to […]

Keeping Staff Engaged While Work-from-Home Drags On

Just a few weeks ago, we, along with businesses and HR observers around the country, were discussing the logistics of bringing staff back to the office as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes and fades away. What a difference a few weeks can make! With COVID resurging in the form of the Delta variant, businesses that had […]

The Importance of Employee Time Off

It can be hard for managers when employees take vacations, as those vacancies, even brief ones, impact productivity and require others to pick up the slack. Time off, though, is critical for employees and can have a positive impact on their mental health, stress levels, and creativity.   The Mental Health Benefits of Time Off […]