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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 […]
It’s no surprise managers rate top performers as their most valuable employees. But what might not be as obvious is the massive impact a top performer has on the organization.
Although there are plenty of workers who fall between both ends of the spectrum, employees either desperately missed interacting in person with their colleagues or they loved their newfound isolation during the widespread shift to remote work. On the flip side, some employees are going to be more eager than others to return to the […]
In California, PTO is legally the same as vacation. An employee may use the time for any reason she or he likes, subject to notice and scheduling requirements. PTO, like vacation pay, also "vests" as it is earned/accrued over time and must be cashed out at termination.
Yesterday’s post covered information that you need to know about immigrants in the U.S. workforce right now. Today’s post will cover what you need to know when onboarding immigrants at your own organization.
In the modern workplace, each generation brings its unique set of needs and preferences. As we and many other observers have previously explored, the millennial and Gen Z cohorts have their distinct desires. But what about Generation X? The ‘Sandwich’ Phase Currently navigating the “sandwich” phase of life, Gen Xers are juggling responsibilities for their […]
If there’s one desire leaders have of others, it’s that they “perform.” But what is performance really? An online dictionary defines “perform” as “to carry out; execute, do.” While there’s nothing to dispute about the getting of results, the skill sets that underlie performance change with the times. Performance in this era of global disruption […]
The long-awaited return of the hit anthology series, True Detective, is finally back. In True Detective: Night Country, showrunner Issa Lopez places viewers directly in the heart of Alaska during the polar night, a period of complete darkness lasting two full months. During this period of perpetual night, leads Jodi Foster and Kali Reis, who […]
Often the first thing that springs to mind when mentioning workplace safety and injury is physical danger. But what about dangers to the psychological well-being of employees? BLR® Legal Editor Jasmin Rojas, JD, has some advice for businesses on this oft-overlooked issue.
You may access the website here: http://www.dol.gov/odep/workplaceflexibility/ How Does Your Organization Rate? Where does your organization sit on the “flex spectrum”? This Corporate Voices for Working Families graphic helps you see where you stand: The Flexibility Spectrum No Current Use of Flexibility No flexible work options currently being used ↓ Individual Accommodations Special arrangements or […]