4 Steps in Handling the Hiring of Boomerang Employees
In two previous posts, we talked about the pros and cons of hiring boomerang employees, or those who leave an organization and later return.
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Rising Caregiver Responsibilities Fuel Push for Extra Worker Protections
The increasing need for employees to care for an older relative or friend should prompt an expansion of federal legal protections against workplace discrimination, according to a recent report by the AARP Public Policy Institute. In what the AARP report authors dub as the “new normal,” Protecting Family Caregivers from Employment Discrimination says discrimination in […]
Ontario employers should check for overdue accessibility compliance reports
by Cathy Chandler In 2005, Ontario became the first jurisdiction in the world to enact proactive legislation designed to establish policies and programs to promote the provision of services to people with disabilities in five areas: customer service, employment, information and communications, public transportation, and design of public spaces. The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities […]
New LinkedIn Research Explores Company Culture
We’ve said it many times, and we’ll say it again: Company culture is a main staple in the recruiting process. In order to attract the talent you want, you have to make the talent want you, and one way to do this is to have a culture that candidates are searching for.
How to Attract, Hire, and Train Minors for Seasonal Work (Part 1)
Did you know that over 1.5 million teens are currently working in the United States? And a lot of them are minors (aged 13 to 18 years old) who prefer seasonal work because it’s more compatible with their school schedules and other commitments.
Yahoo! CEO Pulls Plug on Telecommuting
Numerous media sources are reporting that Yahoo! is created its own headlines by announcing to employees that as of June 2013, it will no longer allow workers to telecommute, even for 1 day per week. Reports citing an internal memo say employees will still be allowed to work at home under special circumstances. MSNBC is […]
Everyone Needs Financial Wellness Training
Not many of us will ever earn a 7-figure salary, and it’s hard to imagine that someone who earns millions of dollars per year would need financial counseling. But the National Football League (NFL) Players Association (NFLPA) says financial education is important for its members because most NFL players earn the majority of their lifetime […]
Self-employed worker or salaried employee? Getting it wrong can be costly
By Myriam Robichaud You’re about to hire an employee. But he has his own business and wants to be an independent contractor. That way, he’ll pay less tax. And it’s easy for you too — you will just have to pay his invoices and won’t have to include him in your employee headcount. But wait. […]
Tips for Combating the Pitfalls of Outsourcing
In yesterday’s Advisor, we pondered the pitfalls of outsourcing; today, what you can do to avoid them.
Mother’s Day 2015: a time to explore gender equality at work
Mother’s Day—since it’s always on Sunday—doesn’t typically get a lot of attention in most workplaces. Moms might get a quick shout-out during a meeting or in the office newsletter, but for most moms appreciation on their special day comes outside of work. The human resources department, however, might be smart to remember the benefits of […]