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Trying applicants on for size: Know the limits of job tryouts

Ever been fooled in a job interview? Some applicants interview well but then turn out to be disappointments on the job. Others might seem iffy during the interview process but become star employees. The uncertainty inherent in the hiring process has led many employers to devise ways to test candidates in real world situations, either […]

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DOL Delays Regs, Withdraws Guidance Issued During Trump Administration’s Final Days

During the past several presidential transitions, it has become a trend for the incoming administration to repeal or delay many regulations and guidance documents issued in the waning days of the previous administration. The switch from the Trump administration to the Biden administration shows the trend has continued and likely will do so for the […]

Ask the Expert: Should I Disclose Tracking of Company Vehicles?

Question: Are we obligated by law to disclose that our company vehicles are geographically tracked? If so, what is the best practice when advising employees their company cars will be trackable at all times? Answer: As a general rule, employers aren’t required to provide notice or obtain consent to install tracking devices on company-owned vehicles. There […]

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New I-9 does not change sticky compliance issues

by Lori Chesser and Elizabeth Van Arkel On July 17, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released an updated I-9 employment eligibility verification form to replace all prior versions. The new I-9 must be used by all employers starting September 18, 2017. The new version contains relatively minor technical corrections.  Automatic EADs While it […]

Travel Incentive Competition Boosts Productivity, Retention

At some companies, worthwhile projects fall by the wayside due to lack of sufficient time and resources. Not so at eni, where teams of employees who successfully complete special projects are rewarded with a companywide, all-expenses-paid trip to an exotic location. How It Works The travel incentive program was implemented more than a decade ago […]

Beyond Algorithms: The Irreplaceable Human Elements of HR 

AI is reshaping human resources. From parsing resumes in seconds to analyzing workforce sentiment in real time, the efficiency gains are undeniable. But amid the disruption, a quieter conversation is happening—about the boundaries of what AI can and cannot (or should not) do in the HR function.  The truth is, while automation is optimizing many […]

Evaluating Family-Friendly Benefits for Working Parents

When reviewing benefits for a new role or an updated benefits package, the first thing working parents think about is “how will this support my family and foster my success at work?” Benefits can make a significant impact on employee performance, success, and work-life balance, creating improved outcomes for the business overall.  The corporate world […]

Study Shows Widespread Burnout Globally

For millions of workers, the health and safety restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic have led to over 2 years of remote work. For many, that situation seems to be more or less permanent. It may be surprising then to hear that millions of employees globally are reporting feeling burned out at work. Shouldn’t […]