Just How Bad Is Your Work Affected by Lack of Sleep?
We all know that lack of sleep can impact your day, and if you’re unsure, just ask any parent with a newborn child! But how badly does sleep deprivation really impact your day?
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The Work Ethic Stigma Surrounding Gen Z
The perception among older members of society that younger members don’t work as hard is probably as old as time. But when such perceptions pervade the labor market, it can mean real—and often undeserved—impacts for younger workers. Specifically, there is a perception among many hiring managers that members of Generation Z simply don’t work as […]
Fired for Cause—It’s a Process
In yesterday’s Advisor, Attorney Julie Moore offered do’s and dont’s for layoffs. Today, her tips for “for cause” terminations and an introduction to a webinar specially designed for managers of small, or even one-person, HR departments. Moore’s suggestions for handling terminations came at BLR®’s National Employment Law Update held recently in Las Vegas. Moore is […]
Does Female Risk Aversion Impact Career Advancement?
One of the traits that sets successful entrepreneurs apart from others is their appetite for risk. While risk obviously opens one up to failures, it’s also often the case that those willing to take greater risks are more likely to receive greater rewards—including financial rewards.
International Pay Equity Developments
The focus on the gender pay gap continues to expand. While the UK is seeing a narrowing of the gap based on its pay reporting, France is not only requiring employers to report the pay gap but will after three years penalize employers that have not closed it. Meanwhile, Canada is considering legislation to require […]
5 Tech Tips to Make Working from Home More Productive
There’s a good chance you work from home occasionally, especially if you’re in tech. In fact, a recent study released by Zug found that 70% of the professional workforce is remote at least 1 day a week. And 53% of all professionals work remotely for at least half of the week.
AARP Lawsuit Aims to Stop EEOC’s New Wellness Rules
by Tammy Binford New rules governing incentives offered as part of employee wellness programs are now the target of a lawsuit from a large advocacy group representing older Americans.
Are You Following These 5 Tips for Your HAZWOPER Training?
In today’s and tomorrow’s Advisors, we will look at 10 actions that our sister publication, Environmental Daily Advisor, recommends facility operators take to more effectively manage Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training for their employees.
Hearts, Minds, and Hands—Lead Effectively to Earn Engagement
In yesterday’s Advisor, leadership experts Aaron K. Olson and B. Keith Simerson, EdD, shared tips for winning the hearts and engaging the minds of your employees. Today, their advice regarding the final piece of the puzzle: leveraging your employees’ hands.
How the Big Firms Educate Employees About Retirement
We all want to see employees take the reins and drive their retirement accounts toward a successful finish. Some say educating is the key. But what kind of education, and in what format?