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Entitled, lazy, and sensitive? I think not! As a member of Generation Z workforce (employees born between 1997-2012), I have heard a few of these labels. Amid an ever-growing generational divide, many stereotypes have been thrown around about my generation. Older generations may see us as sensitive, complaintive, or entitled; but we are looking for […]
Employers may implement whatever dress guidelines they feel are appropriate, as long as they do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, disability, or any other federally protected status. Nonetheless, it may be best to avoid imposing rigid or highly restrictive dress requirements. Overly restrictive requirements may create resentment among employees and negatively […]
Today we’ll answer a simple but important question: How do I engage learners who do not think they need training?
For guidance, we consulted BLR’s Family and Medical Leave Act Compliance Guide, which states: Employers who provide group healthcare coverage typically require employees to pay a portion of the premium for the health plan, typically collected by the employer through an authorized payroll deduction. An employee on FMLA leave is required to make that same […]
The war over return-to-office (RTO) policies rages on, as many employers continue the push to bring remote staff back into the office while employees largely resist those efforts. While the employer-employee dynamic is the main face of the RTO battle, there’s another key element that deserves attention: recruiter-job candidate. While it’s not easy for employers […]
A working mom can often feel defeated before she begins. She knows her children are pulling on her, desiring her every moment of attention. She is working to provide not only stability for her family but also an outlet for herself to gain status and accomplishment throughout her days.
Sure, your workers suffer accidents on-site, but you probably have never seen one actually happen. Well, countless people just witnessed a workplace accident—on live TV. Sure, the “worker” could have been wearing personnel protective equipment, but it would have taken the festive nature out of the holiday happening. Celebrity chef and Food Network star Giada […]
In the modern workplace, you’ve been hearing a lot about personalized learning and adaptive learning and how important it is to tailor training materials to each individual learner. So, where and how does group-based training fit into the mix? When is it beneficial, and when does it not wind up doing much good? Keep reading […]
With 2020 marking the beginning of a new decade, the relentless drive of digital transformation has now coalesced with the new realities of the coronavirus pandemic, creating an unprecedented time for businesses and consumers alike. While company leaders are focused on employee communications and trying to execute business continuity plans, many of which may not […]
LITIGATION VALUE: Over $700,000 It would be pretty safe to say that any time a company’s regional manager asks a female employee to act out a lesbian love scene during its anti-harassment training you have problems. Expensive problems. Not only does the company face liability for Michael’s actions in contributing to the hostile working environment […]