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Guaranteeing a job may be a cringe-worthy proposition for most HR execs. How about you – woud you sign a new hire with a contract for 24 months of protected employment? How about if we told you that it could improve your ROI? According to HR Pro Tim Sackett, there is a scenario where guaranteed […]
Terminator Genisys, the fifth installment in the wildly popular action film series, hits theaters this week. Over the last 30 years, the original Terminator, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, has transformed from a soulless assassin with no regard for others to a cyborg protector with a heart of gold (actually it’s mimetic polyalloy, but you get […]
In the February 13th issue of the DOL News Brief, we learned that in the 1930s, two iconic figures of the times had an impact on the Federal Labor Standards Act. The “angel” was Shirley Temple, America’s curly-haired darling, who lifted the nation’s spirits during the Depression and earned, says the article (quoting the Washington […]
On April 19, 2016, the Los Angeles, California city council voted in favor of a proposed ordinance that would provide 6 days of paid sick leave per year to Los Angeles employees. The City Attorney has been given several weeks to draft an ordinance.
Not so long ago, employers enthusiastically touted their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. But then the backlash set in. A growing number of employers–bowing to pressure from people opposed to what they see as “woke” policies–are dismantling their programs or at least being low-key about them. So now, many employers are exploring how they […]
Employer focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), however well intentioned, needs to be handled properly, or it may have a detrimental effect on the workforce. While many employers promote DEI as “the right thing to do,” it’s essential for DEI success and acceptance that the right thing isn’t done the wrong way. Factors to […]
Many individuals are left to their own devices when it comes to healthcare coordination. As illustrated by an infographic by NewBenefits.com, your employees can face a number of difficulties and frustrations when seeking treatment. That’s where health advocacy comes in.
Ninety-eight percent of employees will fail to be engaged when managers provide little to no feedback. Ninety-eight percent! And 65% of employees claim that they want to receive more feedback at work.1 However, a lot of employers and learning and development professionals don’t know where to start when providing valuable feedback. Here are five tips […]
Terrible coworkers aren’t anything new, and when you’re an HR professional, it’s your duty to keep the peace. However, sometimes it doesn’t always work—just be thankful the following accounts don’t come from your office!
The post-pandemic era has ushered in a new normal for the workforce, with remote work becoming a staple for many organizations. This shift has brought unique challenges and opportunities, particularly in the realm of employee training. As companies adapt to this change, developing effective strategies for remote training is crucial to ensure employees remain skilled, […]