Update Your Salary Practices to Recruit Top Talent
Employee compensation administration is changing, and the demand for talent is exploding. In response, companies may be dusting off old salary administration practices. Why the change?
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Marijuana ‘Gift’ Gets TA Kicked Out of School
We’ve heard of some usual gifts for coworkers, like a bag of ice, a self-recorded CD, and even toilet paper. But those aren’t likely to land you in jail like this Rhode Island teacher assistant. The TA made a big—not to mention illegal—mistake when he allegedly gave his principal some marijuana as a congratulations present. […]
Reducing the Risk of Wrongful Discharge Claims During Layoffs
by Kara Shea In a previous article, I discussed the risks of some of the methods employers use to forestall layoffs (such as adjusting hours and compensation). This week, I’m going to assume the worst has happened and talk you through a layoff scenario, with the goal of reducing the risk of wrongful discharge claims […]
12 Recruiting Stats You Need to Know
Competition to attract top talent is fierce, so you need to stay up-to-date on the latest recruiting strategies to win the talent war. This infographic highlights 12 key takeaways from HR Daily Advisor’s Recruiting Best Practices for 2016: New Research and Insights.
What Does the NLRB’s New Rule on Joint Employer Status Mean for Employers?
On October 26, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (the “Board”) issued its most recent standard (the “2023 Rule”) for determining when two (or more) entities are considered “joint employers” under the National Labor Relations Act. The 2023 Rule supplants the Board’s previous joint employer rule issued in 2020 (the “2020 Rule”) and expands the […]
Stop Sabotaging Your Ability to Hire Top Candidates
I’ll never forget my first job interview. Hearing about how great this company was to work for made me want that job so much more. When I arrived, I had to wait a long time before meeting with the interviewer. I wasn’t given any information about the delay, wasn’t offered anything to drink, and wasn’t […]
How to Fill Those Hard-to-Fill Positions
Good news—the economy is stronger than it’s been in years—and getting better. Bad news—you’re going to have even more trouble than usual finding suitable candidates for certain vacant positions. And the longer those vacancies go unfilled, the more disruption they cause. BLR® Contributing Editor Jennifer Carsen, JD, sorts out what’s happening and what to do […]
Do Major Sporting Events Actually Boost Productivity?
Sports and work often don’t mix well together. The best example of this may be the Super Bowl.
The Pros and Cons of Wearable Technology in the Workplace
Continuing from yesterday’s post, here are some pros and cons of wearables in the workplace.
The 5 Hoops—FMLA Leave over Children 18 and Older
First, the child must meet the FMLA definition of a “son or daughter.” Second, the child 18 years of age or old must be “incapable of self-care.” Third, the incapability for self care must be because of a mental or physical disability at the time FMLA leave is to commence. Fourth, the child must have […]