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Zoomers, otherwise known as Generation Z—are in their 20s and just starting to enter the workforce—might be at the bottom of the totem pole when it comes to workplace decision-making. However, recent data suggest that this generation may have a disproportionate influence when it comes to technology.
Exactly 6 years ago, Andreea Wade tweeted that she wanted to go on a hike. Three hours later, that tweet turned into an idea and then into a branded event with 40 sign-ups.
Some organizations have decided that the new affirmative action regulations will be so burdensome that they are working their way out of contractor status, says attorney David Fortney. “We’re tired of being hassled,” they say, and they are wrapping up their government contracts. Fortney told the story of a company that was approached by a […]
Under COBRA’s small-employer exception, employers with fewer than 20 employees do not have to offer COBRA coverage upon what would otherwise be “qualifying events.” This determination is made based on how many employees were employed, on average, during the prior calendar year. When purchasing group coverage, it is important for employers to be mindful of […]
Under Executive Order (EO) 13672, which took effect in 2015, federal contractors and subcontractors are prohibited from discriminating against applicants and employees on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Whether it’s a report for the boss, a letter to a customer, an e-mail to another department, or even just a phone message for a coworker, written documents need to be clear, concise, and correct. Some employees may already know how to write well. Others may need more practice. But regardless of skill level, all […]
Kansas City, Missouri, is the latest jurisdiction to implement a “CROWN Act” ordinance, prohibiting discrimination based on natural hair types and hairstyles commonly associated with race and racial identity.
In yesterday’s Advisor, we offered consultant David Insler’s take on compensation scorecards; today, his comparative charts for unit-to-unit and comp-to-business data.
The “Great Resignation” has been covered, discussed, and analyzed ad infinitum. It is hardly a fresh topic, admittedly, but it’s going to remain a topical one for the foreseeable future. According to Quest Diagnostics’ 2022 Health at Work study, more than 3 in 4 (78%) HR leaders say their organizations have been impacted by this […]
Providing a healthy environment is more than just a regulatory and ethical duty for businesses. It also directly impacts workers’ happiness and engagement. Human resources (HR) departments are increasingly discovering how vital it is to focus on developing protocols for a mentally healthy workplace. After all, when workers are psychologically, emotionally, and socially supported, they […]