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In recent years, the topic of the environment has been on everyone’s mind. Jobseekers increasingly care about finding employers that prioritize sustainability, especially millennial and Gen Z employees, who place a lot of importance on the values of their potential employers. Many people want to know what steps they can take; how they can make […]
Despite recent reports showcasing organizations that are increasing employees’ pay above the minimum wage, new research from Aon Hewitt, the global talent, retirement, and health solutions business of Aon plc, reveals that 72% of organizations with minimum wage employees currently do not have a plan to pay those employees above the mandated rate. Additionally, of […]
These days life can become pretty distracting, especially with all the text messages, e-mails, and social media posts that happen to cross our computers or phones in any given minute. Of course, you could always wait to “like” your friend’s status until after you’ve finished the expense report, but work can wait, right?! It’s no […]
Special from HR Tech Las VegasIn yesterday’s Advisor, consultant Andrew McAfee offered his thoughts on the rapidly developing world of technology. Today, his take on the role of geeks and HIPPOs.
Yesterday, we gave a brief primer and linked to a number of resources for dealing with substance and opioid abuse in the workplace. Specifically, we looked at understanding the problem, identifying employees who might have a problem, how to approach said employees, and when you can and can’t intervene when it comes to an abuse […]
This week’s Oswald Letter is a guest post from Elizabeth Petersen, Simplify Compliance’s executive vice president of strategy and revenue.
Where We’ve Been First of all, let’s look at where we’ve been, says Pasteris, who is president of TLMP Consulting Group. She offered her suggestions during a recent webinar sponsored by HRHero/BLR. In the past few years, she says, we’ve seen: Hiring freezes Promotion/relocation freezes Reduced or postponed bonuses Salary freezes Salary cuts Layoffs Survivor […]
While most organizations have a fairly robust emergency plan for fire, natural disasters, and spills, they often don’t have a very robust plan for “purposeful emergencies,” that is, violent incidents. And that’s a mistake, says consultant Dick Sem, CPP CSC. Sem’s general observations: Badly handled or emotional discipline, refusal of service, or termination often trigger […]
Trying to comply with the myriad of HR-related laws is tricky enough, but recent developments have opened the door to new legal hazards, says attorney Kevin Troutman. And there’s no grace period – be in compliance now or face time-consuming and costly investigations and litigation.
Employers everywhere are finding that a robust economy and low unemployment means fewer applicants for any given role. It’s often difficult to find a well-qualified employee when a vacancy presents itself. As such, they’re thinking of creative ways to expand the talent pool and find candidates who are a good fit.