The holidays are supposed to be filled with joy and family time. Most people dread the holiday season due to deadlines during the shortened workweek, meeting expectations for the end …
The Search for Prospective Employees
Recently, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) published findings from a July 2021 study that showed over 40% of workers were “actively searching for a new job or planned …
Team Management: Actively Encouraging Efficiency for Your Team
Start by asking yourself the question, “Does my team have everything they need to be successful in their job?” This should be our starting point as owners, executives, supervisors, and …
What You Need to Know: I-9 Compliance
Knowing you are in I-9 Compliance as an HR Professionals is important. Are you in Compliance? The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA) bars employers from hiring individuals, …
Heat Illness – What You Need to Know
If you work, exercise, or recreate outside, it will come as no surprise that it is hot! Along with sun and heat comes the associated risks, including sunburn, dehydration, and …
What You Need to Know – Performance & Termination
Overview – Understanding Employment at Will Termination, while often unpleasant, is simply a necessary part of the employment relationship. Once an employment relationship no longer serves the needs of both …
Performance Evaluations & Appraisals
Performance Evaluations & Appraisals – Summary The performance evaluation is an opportunity to meet and discuss the employee’s job performance, priorities, and goals. The evaluation should focus on key behaviors …
Navigating Holidays in the Workplace
Navigating Holidays in the Workplace can be Difficult. The federal government and many private employers observe 12 holidays. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not require that employers count …
Vehicle Safety is Still Important in 2021
Even with self-driving cars and advanced safety features vehicle safety and safe driving is still important in 2021. Driving a vehicle on a public roadway is one of the most …
Employee Handbooks 101
Employers use employee handbooks as an efficient way to communicate essential information to employees about company. In addition, some policies may provide general notice and details of employee rights required …