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How to Develop a More Agile Workforce
Today’s business environment is extremely dynamic. Not only are new technologies rapidly shifting what is possible in terms of product and service offerings and modes of delivery, but an increasingly global economy means that new competitors can emerge from any corner of the globe. Add to that the fact that consumer tastes and preferences are […]
#1 Thing that Makes You a Lawsuit Magnet
The number one thing that makes a lawsuit attractive to a plaintiff’s lawyer? When no reason is given for a termination. In today’s Advisor, advice from the other side of the courtroom—plaintiff’s attorney Whitney Warner spills about the management mistakes she looks for in planning legal actions against companies like yours. Warner, who is SPHR […]
Halloween tips to avoid a total nightmare
It’s that time of year again. Time for Halloween and all the candy, cheesy ghost stories, and inappropriate costumes that come with it. While Halloween can be fun and exciting, the fallout for employers can be all fright. Office Parties. While workplace costume parties can lighten the mood in the office, employers should be proactive […]
Prohibited employer actions under ADA/FEHA
Ensuring that disabled employees are not discriminated against is one of the goals of both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Housing and Employment Act (FEHA). This goal is accomplished through not only defining what it means to be disabled and what must be done to accommodate those with disabilities, but also through specifically outlining the actions that employers cannot take without violating the law.
How to Use Mobile Keywords to Enhance Recruitment
Everyone knows that recruiting the best job candidates is essential to the success of your company. However, with so many businesses competing for the same people, all companies need to invest in technologies and strategies that improve their recruitment efforts. One of the most effective ways to enhance recruitment is the use of mobile keywords. […]
Company’s ‘Diner Menu’ of Perks is Absolutely Scrumptious
A year-old, family-oriented start-up has won the top spot on Crain’s 100 Best Places to Work in New York City by offering a “diner menu” of luscious perks and benefits that would make your mouth water.
You Can’t Train Them if They’re Not at Work!
The vast majority of supervisors’ day-to-day HR problems relate to attendance, says Bob Gibson, blogging on Fedsmith.com But too many managers tend to be casual about it. That won’t work, says Gibson. Managers need a plan. Is Attendance Getting Worse? Gibson suggests that the following factors reinforce or encourage poor attendance: Sick leave policies under […]
Supplemental Recruitment and Retention Survey—Tell Us a Little More About What’s Happening!
As we head into 2015, the scope of recruiting and retention is constantly shifting, and we’d like to know a little bit more about how it’s being handled out there. What’s happening on this front with your organization in the real world? What are your competitors up to? Help us find out!
Drive Learner Engagement During Training
In yesterday’s Advisor, Laura MacLeod, LMSW, creator of From The Inside Out Project® training, shared some common mistakes trainers make in terms of engaging learners. Today MacLeod shares best practices for trainers to follow before and during training to help boost their trainees’ engagement.