Google’s made headlines in recent months after being sued for treating women and minorities unfairly. But now, a lawsuit claims the tech giant is actually discriminating against an unexpected group of workers. Filed by two ex-employees, a new lawsuit claims that Google actually discriminates against white, male conservative employees. Punished for political views? The lengthy […]
Posted on January 18th, 2018 by admin
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Business trends come and go, but they impact our daily work lives. When it comes to HR management, evolving technology and a shift in workforce needs will continue to shape the trends we’ll see in 2018. As HR professionals seek ways to operate more effectively, let’s examine four of the key trends the human capital […]
Posted on January 17th, 2018 by admin
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Many companies do not realize this, but many of their employees struggle with an escalating epidemic that is affecting today’s workforce. One in three employees report that issues with personal finances serve as a distraction at work, according to a report published by the Center for Financial Services Innovation. Financial stress contributes to lost productivity, […]
Posted on January 16th, 2018 by admin
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If someone in your office has a bad odor, there are some tactful ways to deal with it. Bringing in air fresheners and telling everyone else in the office to do the same? Not so much. Backstory Amber Bridges, a team leader, was fired because of how she chose to deal with a smelly co-worker. […]
Posted on January 15th, 2018 by admin
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There’s room for improvement in every company’s hiring process, and a lot of the answers lie with the rejected candidates. Many recruiters make the mistake of not communicating enough with applicants they don’t want to hire. Not keeping them in the loop can reflect badly on the company, and not asking for feedback can result […]
Posted on January 14th, 2018 by admin
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When a federal court asked the EEOC to reconsider its rules on wellness incentives under the ADA and GINA, it expected the agency to move swiftly with its response. And it looks like the court wasn’t too happy with the agency’s efforts. The court just “vacated” – i.e., voided – the wellness rules that pertain […]
Posted on January 13th, 2018 by admin
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Yes, pay, benefits and culture are critical when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent. But an employer’s brand also plays a vital role. Matt Handford, the SVP of People for Hootsuite, the world’s largest social media monitoring platform, explains the key elements of a company’s brand strategy — and how such a strategy […]
Posted on January 12th, 2018 by admin
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Just because a tragic event happens while an employee is doing their job doesn’t mean the company is on the hook for workers’ comp benefits. That’s the key takeaway from Lisa Kelly v. Card Heating & Air Conditioning. In the case, Card Heating & Air Conditioning technician Martan Kelly, Jr. told his supervisor he was […]
Posted on January 11th, 2018 by admin
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The IRS just issued the standard mileage rates for 2018, and the latest figures are a departure from what HR pros are probably used to seeing from the feds. After several years of decreasing the rates, the IRS is bumping up the mileage rates for 2018. This year, the standard mileage rate increased to 54.5 […]
Posted on January 8th, 2018 by admin
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The President said companies are giving big bonuses to their workers because of the “Tax Cut Bill,” and the national media is offering a number of examples to back up this claim, but will the new law actually benefit most employees? It all depends who you ask. Yes, a number of major corporations have pledged […]
Posted on January 7th, 2018 by admin
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