Between the flood of emails constantly coming in and a never ending to-do list, it’s no surprise that plenty of people are completely overwhelmed at work. And a lot of stress could be eased by asking colleagues for help … but almost no one wants to admit defeat or impose on others. Making a clear […]
Posted on June 30th, 2018 by admin
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When the High Court ruled in favor of a baker who refused to put together a wedding cake for a same-sex couple because of his religious beliefs, it made national news – and put employers everywhere in a tricky spot regarding free speech. It also left things pretty open-ended on the issue of Free Speech. […]
Posted on June 29th, 2018 by admin
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When an employee wants to transfer to a new department, but isn’t qualified for the job, it seems like a fairly straightforward situation. But one offhand comment can quickly turn an open and shut case into a lengthy legal battle. Not qualified Jerberee Jefferson was a clerk in the finance department at Sewon America. She’d […]
Posted on June 28th, 2018 by admin
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If you’re in favor of ditching the current employment verification process – the paper-based I-9 form – for a mandatory electronic system, you’re not alone. According to the SHRM Employment Verification Survey, 83% of employers either strongly or somewhat support a mandatory electronic verification system. Plus, employers’ support of such a system would be even […]
Posted on June 24th, 2018 by admin
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Whether they realize it or not, managers have the power to make or break FMLA lawsuits. Experts say employer violations often occur when managers respond too quickly and emotionally to FMLA-triggering situations. The good news is, proper training is the key to preventing these costly manager mistakes. Responding carefully At the annual SHRM conference, Jeff […]
Posted on June 23rd, 2018 by admin
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Everybody dreads having those “difficult conversations” with employees about personal issues. Here are some examples of how they can be handled gracefully — including the actual words to use. Paul Falcone, VP of Employee Relations for Time Warner Cable in Los Angeles and a respected author on employee management, gave an in-depth presentation on the […]
Posted on June 18th, 2018 by admin
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Of course, most employers don’t set out to intentionally pay female employees less than male employees. Nevertheless, it ends up happening a lot more than you’d expect. Recent studies reveal that, on average, women still earn 82 cents for every dollar earned by men. And a lot of companies could be paying women less without […]
Posted on June 16th, 2018 by admin
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Everyone gets unexpected emails from time to time, and more often than not, they get ignored. From a quick glance, it’s clear whether one of these emails will be worth your time. Overly wordy messages or false friendliness reduce the chances you’ll respond. But when you’re the one who has to reach out to a […]
Posted on June 15th, 2018 by admin
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Just how grim are the retirement prospects for the generation that’s now entering the workplace for the first time? So grim, that many believe the only way to secure a stable retirement is by inheriting it. Well, the affluent members of Generation Z, anyway. Specifically, 63% of affluent children ages 18-22 say financial stability in […]
Posted on June 14th, 2018 by admin
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When it comes to an employer making a good impression on a new employee, the first few days are crucial. But many onboarding programs can still come across as an afterthought. The good news is, you don’t have to revamp your entire onboarding process to make a new hire feel welcome. Chris Ronzio, creator of […]
Posted on June 12th, 2018 by admin
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