Supreme Court Bans Discrimination Against LGBT Individuals
An employer that fires an individual merely for being gay or transgender violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in an opinion issued today.
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Intersectionality’s Role in the Workplace: Fostering Inclusion Needs for All
Intersectionality is a term that describes how different aspects of a person’s identity intersect and interact. It recognizes that individuals aren’t defined by a single identity but rather by multiple identities that can include race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability, and many other factors. In the workplace, intersectionality is crucial for promoting inclusion for all employees, […]
Why You Need More Introverts as Workplace Leaders
Tell an introvert you canceled the company picnic, and they’ll happily stay home, or hole up in their office and get some work completed. Those who keep on the quieter side may not be the life of the party, but they are solid, steady, and reliable, making them excellent workplace leaders. In the post-pandemic world […]
How to Measure Employee Engagement
There’s a lot of buzz about how to measure employee engagement these days—and for good reason. Engagement drives satisfaction, which leads to loyalty and productivity. But, how is engagement really determined or measured? Is it about employee satisfaction scores?
Are You Training Managers to Avoid These 15 Common Ways They Could Risk Legal Action?
In today’s Advisor, we share some valuable advice from our sister publication, HR Daily Advisor, on how to use training to avoid lawsuits.
The CHRO’s Evolving Role in the Employee Experience
When I talk to HR leaders, they often mention how frustrated their employees are by how difficult it is to get timely answers to simple questions about corporate policies, benefits, workplace amenities, and other everyday issues.
Prioritizing Employee Mental Health Should Be a Top Business Necessity
COVID-19 has forced millions of employees to not only shift from office work to full-time remote work but also change their entire approach to work. This change has inevitably caused a lot of fear, confusion, panic, and stress among employees.
Can California Employer Find Any Silver Linings in $102 Million Verdict?
Meal period and wage statement claims continue to haunt California employers. Most of you know you must factor nondiscretionary bonuses into the regular rate of pay when you calculate overtime. However, such bonuses also need to be factored into the regular pay rate when the 1-hour meal period premium is calculated.
Performance: What Should We Do with an Employee Who Refuses to Acknowledge Performance Issues?
We have an employee who’s not up to par. We’ve tried to explain his shortcomings in disciplinary meetings and performance reviews, but he just refuses to acknowledge his performance problems. What do we do? —Anonymous
First Things First: Court Outlines Test for ADA Interference Claims
At the end of September, the U.S. 7th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin), outlined—for the first time—the test for analyzing disability-based interference claims under the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).