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When crafting good job descriptions, one component employers need to consider is which job functions are considered essential. This is especially relevant when it comes to ensuring the employer is not discriminating against individuals with disabilities.
In organizations in any country across all industries, there has been a fear of teaching a subordinate or a junior staff member the ins and outs of one’s job. This apprehension is based predominantly on a fear that the person being trained will take the job of the person doing the training.
Employees may bring two types of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)-related claims against their employers: first, interference with their rights under the FMLA, and, second, retaliation against them for requesting time off under the FMLA, exercising rights under it, or making a claim.
In a couple of recent blog posts, we’ve been discussing the subject of employee discipline in the workplace. This is understandably a touchy subject for managers and employees alike.
When employees are struggling, there are a lot of ways the employer can impact the situation both positively and negatively. We all know that mental health is a critical component of overall health, and mental health concerns among employees can quickly become problematic. It is in everyone’s best interests for employers to be supportive and […]
By Cameron Herold Everyone has his or her own unique personality, and it has an effect on the workplace. Understanding how these personalities interact in meetings can make the difference between productivity and stagnation. Cameron Herold, founder of COO Alliance and author of Meetings Suck: Turning One of the Most Loathed Elements of Business into […]
It’s great to be recognized for a job well done, unless that recognition comes in the form of more work. Employers and managers should be careful to structure formal and informal incentives to encourage hard work, not discourage it. Rewards Matter When an employee completes a difficult project successfully or goes above and beyond, you […]
For pregnant employees not covered under FMLA, are employers obligated by law to allow for no penalty intermittent absences due to pregnancy issues? May an employer count the time away from work as absences as stated under the company’s attendance policy?
This content was originally published in April 2010. For the latest FMLA regulation changes, visit our FMLA article archives or try our practical FMLA compliance guide. If an employer fails to tell an employee that leave has been designated as FMLA leave, can the employer count the leave against the employee’s FMLA leave entitlement? The […]
Your HR metrics say what’s important to HR, but is that what’s important to the C-Suite? HR professionals need to be keenly aware of the information they are providing to top management. Is it information that is useful in strategic decision making? If not, how can that be changed? Metrics let people make decisions based […]