Uncovering Hidden Leadership Gaps
If there’s one silver lining in a year marred by a global pandemic and economic uncertainty, it’s this: Many HR managers are taking the opportunity to rethink roles and address hidden weaknesses and leadership gaps.
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Alice is Smoking in the Dynamite Shack
Lott, one of SHRM’s most popular speakers, counsels employers on lawsuit avoidance from www.Hunterlott.com. Alice is Smoking in the Dynamite Shack Here’s the typical progressive discipline policy that I see, says Lott: “To insure that business is conducted properly and efficiently, you must conform to certain standards of attendance, conduct, work performance and other work […]
Independent Contractors: Court Says They Can’t Sue For Discrimination; What This Case Means To You
A California Court of Appeal has ruled independent contractors can’t sue you for race-based termination of their contracts. But, despite media reports calling this decision a major employer victory, you still need to proceed cautiously when dealing with independent contractors. Here’s why.
Changing Times Highlight Need for Employers to Adapt to an Aging Workforce
Here’s an understatement for you: Today’s workforce is not what it used to be. In just the last few decades, employers have seen dizzying change brought on by advances in technology and shifting workforce demographics. Among the most significant factors altering the employment landscape: an aging workforce.
Defamation Claims: Stormy Days and Muddy Waters
Stormy Daniels, an adult film star, is suing a sitting U.S. president for defamation. She claims she had a brief affair with Donald Trump in 2006 and was paid to keep quiet about it on the eve of the 2016 election. President Trump tweeted his thoughts about her credibility, and the defamation lawsuit followed. Roy […]
Use Voluntary Diversity Goals as Effective Tools, Not Legal Land Mines
In response to mounting pressure from all sides, employers are racing to implement robust diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Increasingly, they’re placing a greater emphasis on establishing goals to address the underrepresentation of females and minorities in the workforce. Voluntary hiring and/or promotion goals are an effective diversity tool if properly implemented. When the […]
Faces of HR: For Deb LaMere, Staying Outside of Your Comfort Zone Leads to Success
In college, Deb LaMere knew that she wanted to help people, which is why she initially intended to pursue a career in medicine. Along her college journey, however, she segued into business with an emphasis in human resources. At this time, LaMere knew that she wanted to make an impact and how she could do […]
The Gap Between Intent and Action in Skills-Based Hiring
Now more than ever, skills-based hiring is at the forefront of business conversations. While skills-based hiring isn’t new, organizations willing to undergo a company-wide transformation and take a skills-first approach are seeing success with building relevant taxonomies and developing employees’ careers faster than those operating in more traditional models. With a focus on finding the […]
Avoiding Misuse of Mental Health Accommodations
In a couple of previous posts, we started a discussion around challenges facing HR professionals with respect to dealing with mental health disorders in the workplace.
Stats Proving the Value of L&D Programs for Organizations
Learning and development (L&D) programs consistently yield positive results for organizations of all shapes and sizes, which is why the L&D industry is currently projected to be worth $7.12 billion by 2023, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.2%. But if you need even more evidence proving the value of L&D programs, here […]