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.”
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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.
What is HR’s Role in the Mergers & Acquisitions Process?
Mergers & Acquisitions are a complicated process affecting every facet of an organization – most importantly, its people. Because employees are the key to ensuring the success of any organization, it is critical to develop a thoughtful and strategic human resources-focused approach in the process. This requires HR leaders to be involved from the beginning.
What To Do In An Active Shooter Incident
Active shooter incidents are an unfortunate reality facing us all. Active shooter situations are unpredictable and can evolve quickly. It is important to provide your employees with the information needed to help prevent and prepare for the unthinkable.
How Can I Manage Candidate Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Recruiting Process?
HR Question: As we work to use AI responsibly in our talent acquisition process, can you offer suggestions on how to manage candidate use of AI in the recruiting process?
The Top Seven Handbook Policies to Include This Year
We recommend reviewing your handbook at least once a year to ensure that your policies are up-to-date, inclusive, and reflective of the environment in which your organization operates. Here are some policies to consider adding to your handbook this year.
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?
How To Set Up An Employee Bonus Plan
HR Question: I am having trouble motivating my employees to do more than just the fundamental functions of their job. Could an employee bonus plan help? And if so, how do I set this up?
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?
Specific Ways HR Can Cultivate an Inclusive Workplace
Learn about specific ways you can cultivate an inclusive workplace.
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 Do I Have to Know Before Filing My EEO-1 Report?
HR Question: What is an EEO-1 Report and how do I know if I am required to file one? HR Answer: As defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the EEO-1 Report is an annual mandatory data collection of demographic workforce data, such as race/ethnicity, gender, and job categories. The window for the 2022 […]
How to Handle Bed Bugs at Work
An employee has indicated that she has bedbugs in her apartment building. What responsibility do we have as an employer towards our other employees?
Why Do I Need An Employee Handbook?
HR Question: Why do I need an Employee Handbook? Are they required? HR Answer: While it is not a requirement to have an employee handbook, having one can be an effective tool for you to communicate expectations throughout your organization. The employee handbook can be a quick reference for commonly asked questions such as […]
Marijuana in the Workplace
HR Question: Now that Issue 2, legalizing recreational marijuana in Ohio, has passed, what does it mean for my employment policies? Does this mean my drug-free workplace policies are no longer valid? How should I navigate marijuana in the workplace? HR Answer: Medical marijuana was legalized in Ohio in September 2016, and retail sales began […]
Can you be an Employee and Independent Contractor for the Same Company?
HR Question: Can an individual that is working for us be both an employee AND an independent contractor? HR Answer: According to IRS guidelines, it is possible to have a W-2 employee who also performs work as a 1099 independent contractor. For example, it is possible that an individual could work part of the year […]
