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How Can I Get My Team More Engaged in Training?

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HR Question: Retaining our top talent has become a huge concern at our organization. In a recent survey, our employees said they don’t feel like they have opportunities for training. We’ve offered training but get pushback from employees who don’t want to go. There’s clearly a disconnect between what our employees want and what we’re offering. How can I get my team more engaged in training?
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Three Ways Employers Can Promote Work-Life Balance

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It has become more important than ever that employers listen to and understand the motivations of their employees in order to best attract and retain them. Many employees have made changes that better support family life, financial security, and their lifestyle through flexible work situations, including flexible work options. Many are realizing that work-life balance is not a “nice to have,” but rather it is a necessity.
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What Are Employee Pulse Surveys And How Can They Increase Retention?

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HR Question: We are exploring ways to increase our employee retention and engagement, and someone suggested doing an employee pulse survey. Can you explain what that is and how to best use it to drive engagement?
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Do I Need a New I-9 Form for a Name Change?

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HR Question: I have an employee who recently changed their name. Do they need to complete a new I-9 Form for their name change?
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Do I Have to Give Performance Bonuses to Employees on FMLA Leave?

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HR Question: It’s almost time for bonus calculations and payments, but one of my employees has been out on approved FMLA leave for the past six weeks. I don’t want to penalize the employee for being out, but it doesn’t seem fair to my other employees if I give this individual their full bonus. How should I handle performance bonuses during FMLA leave?
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What are the Best HR Practices for the End of the Year?

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HR Question: I know there are several year-end human resources activities that should be done, and I'm worried I will miss a step. What are some of the best HR practices for the end of the year?
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What to do if the IRS notifies you of Affordable Care Act (ACA) penalty fees

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HR Question: How do I know if my company needs to submit Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting to the IRS? What are the potential ACA penalty fees if we do it wrong?
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