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Do I Have to Provide Employees Time Off to Vote?
Voting is a basic right in the United States, but do employers have to provide time off to allow employees to exercise that right? As with many answers in human resources, “It depends.”
What Role Should HR Play in Benefits Open Enrollment to Ensure Success?
There's no doubt that employee benefits brokers play a vital role in any benefits enrollment process. They know what benefits programs are available, which vendors can provide them, and how benefits are priced.
How To Follow ACA Reporting Requirements & Avoid Penalties
Many organizations struggle to understand if they are following the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting standards correctly while others are not aware that they need to report in the first place. If you aren’t in compliance with ACA reporting requirements, each employee represents a potential fine. These fines can range from hundreds to millions of dollars—easy enough to bankrupt a smaller organization.
Conflict Management Strategies To Help Employees Work Together
With the help of a few good tactics and a great HR partner, it is possible to address conflict in work relationships and help employees find functional strategies for moving forward and working well together.
What Questions Should I Ask During An Exit Interview?
HR Question: We’ve decided to start conducting exit interviews but aren’t sure of the right questions to ask. What are some key questions to ask during an exit interview? HR Answer: Exit interviews are an important part of the employee life cycle. These interviews, conducted after an employee has formally turned in their resignation and […]
How Do I Write and Deliver a Written Warning?
HR Question: I have an employee who is not following company policy. I have given them several verbal warnings, and I know my next step is a written warning. How do I write and deliver a written warning? HR Answer: Disciplining employees can be uncomfortable. That’s why most companies have a Progressive Disciplinary Policy, clearly […]
How Can I Improve My Recruitment Processes?
HR Question: We’re in desperate need of the right talent, but I can’t seem to attract or engage the number of candidates I need! How can I improve my recruitment processes to attract more candidates? HR Answer: You’re not alone! Recruiting the right talent is a challenge in almost every industry and market right now. […]
Specific Ways HR Can Cultivate an Inclusive Workplace
HR Question: We’re celebrating the last full week of Black History month, and we want to keep the conversation going. How can our HR department cultivate a more inclusive environment beyond Black History Month? HR Answer: While the month of February inspires us to celebrate the successes and recognize the struggles of Black and African […]
Federal Employment Poster Requirements for On-Site and Remote Workers
HR Question: I keep receiving notices that I need to order new posters to meet federal employment poster requirements. Many of my employees aren’t in the office regularly and those that are don’t look at the posters or any of the compliance documents we are required to distribute. What’s the risk if we don’t post […]
How to Handle Unemployment Fraud?
HR Question: Our company is getting unemployment notices for people that have never worked here, or in some cases, people who are still employed. How should I handle this unemployment fraud? HR Answer: The increasing level of unemployment fraud has been a source of frustration for states, employers, and individual employees. Various US congressional packages […]
How Long Should We Keep Resumes and Applications?
We’re doing some end-of-year filing and record cleanup. How long do we need to keep resumes and applications?
How Can I Support Employee Well-Being Beyond the EAP?
HR Question: Our HR team is exploring ways we can support employee well-being in addition to offering an EAP. What should we consider in our approach? HR Answer: While many organizations have implemented an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as an important way to support their employees’ mental health, that is only one component of well-being. […]
Three Ways Employers Can Promote Work-Life Balance
It’s no secret that the work environment has changed in recent years. We’ve experienced a pandemic, a labor shortage, inflation, and a contentious election, just to name a few. The recent Mercer Global Talent Trends found that more than 80% of employees are at risk of burnout. This was found to be stemming from excessive workload, […]
What Are Employee Pulse Surveys And How Can They Increase Retention?
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? HR Answer: Given the labor market the past few years, it is no secret that employers have seen formidable […]
How Can My Company Choose Between Different Types of Recruitment Services?
If your organization is struggling to get candidates to apply or remain in your selection process, can’t seem to find the right person to fill a key role, or simply don’t have the bandwidth to fill the volume of open positions, it may be time to consider external recruitment solutions. There are many types of […]
Steps Toward a Successful Recruitment Process
HR Question: I understand that we’re living in a “candidate’s market,” which means I need to be both efficient and effective when recruiting for new talent. I want to know what best practices are to create a strong candidate and brand experience. What steps should I take to build a successful recruitment process? HR Answer: […]
