Implants eligible for workers’ comp claim
If you’ve handled workers’ comp claims, you’re probably used to some common injuries: wrenched back, torn ligaments, pulled muscles, etc. But did you ever imagine having to deal with implants?
Leadership & Strategy
What’s worse, root-canal surgery or putting together a new policy manual?
Your boss says, “We need a new policy manual.” Be assured, the task doesn’t have to be the equivalent of brain surgery, or even dental surgery.
Wanted: Fatter Workers, Apply Within
As the U.S. workforce gets larger – and we’re talking body weight here – it’s interesting to note how one Australian company is coping with a lack of svelte job applicants.
They think government officials drinking on the job is a good idea?
At least you can understand their argument: Liquor makers in a China province want government workers to be allowed to drink alcoholic beverages during their lunch breaks.
My best HR management idea: Providing valuable HR reports that get attention
HR manager Kim Baker put together some great HR reports for her managers. Problem was, no one was reading them, until she figured out how to get the managers’ attention (part of an ongoing series).
HR's role in proving that retention efforts save money
You may know the value of retention. Now you can make sure everyone else in the organization does, too. First, you have to show that retention efforts really are worth the time and bother. Or do they just amount to busy work for HR? The answer comes in 13 words: Organizations with loyal, longtime employees get…
News: Supreme Court says it’s OK for employers to reduce retiree health benefits
The long battle appears to be over, as the High Court ruled that employers can reduce health benefits for retirees age 65 and over.
Opinion: Does HR get enough respect?
If you’re measuring respect in budget dollars, you may want to go to Plan B, which can be a pretty good plan.
Avoiding the downside of financial incentives
In the last 25 years, the number of companies that offer bonuses, commissions and the like has gone up 50%. Many of them, however, are making the same mistakes – ones that can be avoided.
