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Prison Sentences for Michael, Dwight, and Jim: Up to seven years for interception of oral communications plus up to seven years for attempted theft of trade secrets. There may also be criminal conspiracy prosecutions against Meredith, Oscar, and Ryan. Litigation Value: Danny Cordray’s action for invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress against Dunder Mifflin […]
By Steve Jones, Author Like it or not, you are a brand.
We’re reworking our evaluation process and want to make sure we’re appraising workers properly. What should we keep in mind? And how should we address supervisors who procrastinate in completing the evaluations? That’s often a problem for us. Thank you. —Caroline M., HR Director in Oxnard
Are technology and software drastically changing the way things are done in HR? Please help us learn what’s happening with HR tech in the real world—What are best practices? What are your competitors up to? Help us find out!
For nearly a decade, corporate inclusion efforts were all about signing pledges, building coalitions, and making big promises. But in today’s intense legal and cultural environment, good intentions simply aren’t enough to protect a business or unite a workforce. To meet this high-stakes moment, SHRM has officially launched the SHRM Center for Inclusion and Diversity […]
Today’s candidates are likely to ask about your policies regarding such things as phone use, internet access, and more. The culture is changing, and so must your organization’s policies. In today’s Advisor, attorney Allan H. Weitzman shares guidelines for cutting-edge policies. Weitzman, a partner with Proskauer Rose LLP, offered his tips at the Society for […]
As AI continues to transform the HR landscape, a common question looms: How do you integrate new technology without disrupting employee engagement and company culture? Kelly Blackmon, Owner/Founder of B.E. Consulting and speaker at SHRM 25, offered a clear answer in his session, “AI-EQ: How to Integrate AI Without Disengaging Your Workforce.” His advice? When […]
by Lisa Higgins, Contributing Editor We know, you’ve heard a lot about the differences between the generations, especially when it comes to work and benefits. What do the Millennials want from their employers? How does that compare to the Baby Boomers’ expectations? And please, just because they’re a smaller group, don’t forget about the Gen […]
There has been much research about the effects—whether conscious or unconscious—of certain “indicators” on a job applicant’s résumé. For example, having certain “ethnically identifying” names can lower an applicant’s chances at a job.
Keating encourages the boys to embrace their individualism, think independently, and pursue their passions. This leads them on a path of self-discovery that clashes with the rigid culture of the conservative institution they attend. Keating’s methods ultimately cost him his job, but they win him the respect and affection of his students. In watching the […]