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In a previous post, we talked about a simple strategy to help move your to-do list along: include low-hanging fruit. These are items that need to be completed but take relatively little time, meaning that they can be quickly scratched off the list.
Few would argue about the importance of strategic planning for organizational success. Almost no one would push for rushing blindly into the future with no goals or plans for what kind of talent to acquire. But embarking on long-term planning can be daunting if no thought goes into what direction to take. Methods exist, though, […]
Employers often have a conundrum when it comes to employee references. Do you give them for everyone? What if an employee was let go for poor performance—how do you give a good reference in that case? It’s a bit of a catch-22; you can’t give a good reference for a bad employee, but you may […]
Maximum penalties for violating many employment and benefits laws were increased as part of an inflation adjustment rule published January 2 (83 Fed. Reg. 7) by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
Most of us have heard of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which came with an over $2 trillion price tag and included provisions for economic impact payments (aka stimulus checks) for individuals, assistance for state and local governments, and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan options for small businesses. What not everyone […]
Recent data shows workplace engagement is at an 11-year low, with the biggest drop among Gen Z workers. For such organizations that want to keep a productive and satisfied workforce, the decline of the engagement level to the lowest level in the last decade is a very alarming issue. Understanding Employee Engagement Employee engagement is […]
Today we are joined by Tara Gullans, Industrial Organizational Psychologist at Caliper, to discuss what to look for when it comes to new hire competencies.
Layla Ramirez, the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) at Justworks, has built a career dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces. Her journey from financial services to DEIB leadership highlights her commitment to creating equitable environments. Here we explore Ramirez’s background, career path, and impactful work at Justworks, providing valuable insights for DEI and […]
We currently have multiple salaried, nonexempt employees in our office. They are never required to work overtime, however, I want to ensure that we are following the correct protocol and are protected given the recent changes to the FLSA. Should these employees be entering/submitting hours each week even though they are paid on a salaried […]
In this digital age, employers are finding there are brand-new questions they face while trying to stay in legal compliance with employee recordkeeping requirements. For example, what constitutes a valid electronic signature? Does an answer in email count as legally-binding when it comes to confirming managerial decisions? How long do specific types of documents need […]