Are your people productive? Or is it faux productivity you see? The research is in on faux productivity and it's -- well -- surprising. Turns out, employees aren't faking it as much as you might think. But managers are! What…
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If you're having trouble hiring qualified people, have you considered fair chance hiring -- the practice of employing individuals with criminal records? It's natural to be skeptical about whether fair chance hiring can result in quality employees, but consider that…
Gossiping in the workplace is a cyclical issue that never really goes away. Let’s face it: Whether the topic is as fluffy as a workplace romance or as tense as a looming layoff, people are going to talk. And it’s…
Insurance and benefits are a complex and ever-changing landscape. It's important to review your coverage regularly to ensure you're getting the best value for your money, but it’s also important to make sure you are remaining a competitive employer. Most…
Thinking of making a Personality Hire? Or just wondering what all the hype is over the emerging trend of hiring someone who is meant to add some personality to the workplace? While the Personality Hire has blown up on social…
Obesity poses a significant challenge for employers. In addition to the sheer numbers of employees battling the condition (according to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 100 million U.S. adults were obese between 2017 and March 2020), the costs…
Johns Hopkins University predicts Gen Z will comprise 30% of the workforce by 2030. Figuring out how to engage this generation is going to become mission-critical for many HR departments. Fifty-eight percent of Gen Z respondents (and 45% of all…
Every HR pro knows how important it is to avoid illegal interview questions. After all, no one wants to be known as that person who got their company involved in a legal mess. And while some illegal interview questions are…
This FAQ breaks down FMLA intermittent leave rules, including eligibility, scheduling, hour calculations, and when employers can push back on abuse. Managing compliance issues under the Family and Medical Leave Act can be challenging, especially when dealing with FMLA intermittent…
It's difficult enough to build and spread culture where employees feel valued, engaged and satisfied -- but it can be even more difficult in industries with a high percentage of customer-facing roles. Think servers in food service, nurses in health…
If you're thinking of posting some fake jobs -- or have already done it -- think again. While the reasons for posting jobs that don't exist, are expired or won't be filled anytime soon seem innocent, the practice isn't a…
An alarming 77% of organizations report they are experiencing a leadership gap. However, this deficit is not due to a shortage of potential leaders, but rather because many companies lack the technology infrastructure and leadership development practices to identify and…
One of the hardest parts of being in HR is navigating situations where the company's interests conflict with the needs of individual employees. Good employee relations is vital for several reasons, including keeping the company from getting sued. Jackie Plunkett,…
As an HR professional, you know that when employees request FMLA leave, those conversations need to be handled carefully. You have to stick to the facts about what the workers need and why. The problem is, some managers may not…
Today’s economic conditions have placed most working Americans in a tight spot unlike anything since the Great Depression. And it’s made savings – especially long-term savings like retirement – less and less of a priority, putting many in a retirement…
Mark your calendars: Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s theme – and several ways to observe Hispanic Heritage Month at work. What Is Hispanic Heritage Month?…
