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Implementing DEI Practices

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 […]

Perks, Imputed Income, and Phantom Stock—Exec Comp’s Tools

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 […]

Welcome Home, Soldier: Your Obligations to Returning Troops and Their Families

There are two primary laws that will come to bear, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), the subject of this article, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the subject of a future article. Besides those legal responsibilities, many employers will also consider that they have a broader ethical obligation to those […]

Comparative Compensation Scorecards: How’m I Doin’?

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 […]

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What to Consider Before Encouraging or Requiring Flu Shots

Fall is here and many employers are getting anxious about flu season. With COVID-19 still unchecked, they could soon find themselves in the position of battling staffing challenges and employee health issues from two dueling infections.

Investigation 101—Confronting the Alleged Offender

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. […]

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What’s Next for Corporate Wellness? 3 Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2023

As HR leaders, we’re typically preoccupied with “what’s next” this time of year. What trends should we be monitoring? What new ideas are percolating below the surface? And what big ideas could transform our industry in the year ahead? And while I don’t have all the answers (no one does, really!), I do find myself […]

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How to Make Continuous Learning Work

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.

From Digitization to Digital Transformation: A Strategic HR Guide

The move to “digital” systems is a priority across virtually every organization. Most departments have been through some form of this disruption, including HR teams, where paper-only files have given way to workforce management, talent management, and other solutions in the cloud.