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Yesterday’s Advisor offered tips for interviewing an employee who has made a harassment or discrimination complaint. Today, how to interview the alleged offender, plus good news—there’s a upcoming virtual summit webinar on How to Conduct Investigations. For help we turned again to HRhero/BLR’s Workplace Investigations: the HR Manager’s Step-by-Step Guide written by attorney Jody Shipper. […]
As technology continues to become more integrated into everyday life and work, companies are increasingly looking for employees who have a basic level of technology competency, meaning they understand how to use the tools they need to get their work done and understand the underlying technology and how it works. While the IT department should […]
Due to rapid advancements in technology across industries and business sectors, experts believe that around 375 million workers worldwide will have to seek new employment and switch occupations altogether by 2030 … unless employers decide to revamp their training programs and implement continuous learning across their organizations.
For many organizations across the nation, remote work is now the new norm. What was once considered a way to attract and retain talent is now a necessity for businesses that need to operate when “stay at home” orders are in place. Are you new to this new way of work? If so, experts from […]
Unit Performance Differentiation It’s hard to read the numbers in the chart below, but it’s easy to see what the chart is saying. The collection of data on the bottom right is for employees rated “needs improvement.” The middle grouping is for “successful” performers, and the grouping at the right is for “exceptional” performers. The […]
The decision to “implement DEI practices” is sometimes viewed as a quick and definitive response to addressing the needs of an organization. However, for many organizations, implementing DEI as a “solution” requires support from leadership and an intentional approach based on a collective effort. Or to say it a little differently, implementing DEI requires strong […]
Wudyka is managing principal of Westminster Associates in Wrentham, MA. His tips came at a recent BLR/HRhero-sponsored webinar. Perquisites Perquisites are benefits unique to executives, says Wudyka. As some may be taxable, always clarify that issue before finalizing your plan. Some examples of perquisites: Country club memberships Cars Financial or legal planning Computers Phones Assistants […]
The question has often been asked: What impact did the #MeToo movement have on sexual harassment in the workplace? Recent research found that while many believe there has been a positive impact, there has been some disagreement about to what degree.
HR managers developing job descriptions often face a tough question: What is the best way to list special job qualifications—such as mental, physical, or environmental job requirements—without running afoul of the law? Some job description writers are reluctant to list such requirements for fear that doing so might discriminate against an individual with a disability […]
AI is no longer a distant concept—it’s a daily tool, increasingly embedded in how HR teams attract, develop, and support talent. As organizations push toward more agile, data-driven operations, HR departments are adopting AI to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver more personalized employee experiences. But they’re also grappling with concerns around privacy, bias, and […]