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Is it an ‘Undue Hardship’ to Allow Tattoos in the Workplace?

In yesterday’s Advisor, we covered legal issues related to tattoos in the workplace; today, more on hardship and tattoos, plus an introduction to the all-things-HR-in-one-place website, HR.BLR.com. Again, our advice comes from BLR Legal Editor, Jasmin Rojas, JD.   The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that an undue hardship, in the context of an accommodation […]

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Big Changes Are Coming to the NLRB with President Trump’s Second Term

When President Donald J. Trump took the oath of office on January 20, two seats on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) were open. As a result, President Trump can immediately reshape the NLRB and alter its political leanings by appointing two Republican board members. Back in December, Senate Democrats had the opportunity to confirm […]

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Get Ready for 2021: Leveraging HR Tech for the Remainder of the Pandemic and Beyond

HR is business critical, and I don’t just mean payroll and benefits. Deloitte Digital’s “2020 Human Capital Trends Report,” which draws on the insights of nearly 9,000 survey respondents from 119 countries, recognizes HR as a “core piece of the organizational fabric” and a driving force in shaping the future of the enterprise and the […]

The 7 Factors that Market-Price Sales Compensation

DiMisa, who is Senior Vice President, Sales Force Effectiveness at Sibson Consulting, suggests that managers start with the basic compensation analytic, CCOS. His remarks came during a recent webinar sponsored by BLR and HR Hero. CCOS or Compensation Cost of Sales is typically calculated by taking all compensation paid to people involved in the sales […]

Massachusetts adds veteran status as a protected class

by Susan G. Fentin Now that a new Massachusetts law adding veteran status as a protected class under the state’s antidiscrimination law is in effect, employers need to take a look at their employee handbook provisions related to veterans.    At the end of the last legislative session, the Massachusetts Legislature passed An Act Relative to […]

5 Ways to Celebrate the Success of Your Team

Did you know that according to a study by Socialcast, 69% of employees would work harder if they felt like their company better appreciated their efforts? It’s inherent in human nature to appreciate rewards and praise when one excels, whether it comes from the company, a manager, or a coach. This not only boosts individual […]

Interview Questions You Should Never Ask

In yesterday’s Advisor, we looked at impermissible preemployment inquiries. Today we’ll look at more inquiries that you may not have realized you need to avoid. Persons to Notify in Case of Emergency Questions should not be asked about the names and addresses of a job applicant’s relatives. Such inquiries may lead to information related to […]

5 Workforce and Career Trends for 2024

As technology, demographics and cultural movements evolve, so do careers and workplaces. Today, the United States is undergoing a significant transformation in both the nature of work and how people engage in it, largely propelled by remote work and the rapid advancements in AI and digitalization following the pandemic. While the full extent of these […]