We fear change because it brings uncertainty. Research indicates that a fear of change is one of thelargest roadblocksfor any person or team in the workplace. Afterall, it's morecomfortableto keep everything the same. But then -there's no progress. In fact,…
Most employees see payroll taxes as simply a deduction that comes out of each paycheck. But for you, it’s much more complicated. Laws and regulations are constantly changing, and non-compliance can cost your organization big time. Ensure your tax obligations…
The opioid-epidemic, alcohol abuse and growing legalization of marijuana use are making it harder for employers to maintain a safe and drug-free work environment. Employers may be tempted to implement drug testing, but there are many legal requirements to consider.…
Being promoted to a management role is a reward for an employee's hard work and dedication. It brings added status and new excitement, but most importantly, new responsibilities and challenges. Yet, too often, the transition becomes problematic as new managers…
Workplace bullying kills morale, lowers productivity, increases turnover rates and brings collaboration to a screeching halt. Shockingly, statistics show that most women feel bullied by other women. Research published in Development and Learning in Organizations found that 70% of female…
Having a competitive compensation structure is the cornerstone of employee recruitment and retention. If you have an outdated or non-competitive system in place, you are leaving yourself vulnerable to losing your top talent to other companies with more enticing plans.…
Millennials are talented, innovative, entrepreneurial, creative, andhighly mobile and prone to job hopping.Traditional retention strategies just aren't enough to hold onto this elusive generation - especially in today's candidate-driven labor market. Although Millennials tend to hop from job to job,…
With high-profile cases, and increased attention by the IRS and Department of Labor, worker classification has been thrown into the spotlight. Employers must set clear boundaries on the differences between an employee and independent contractor, or they could trigger an…
Leveraging diversity provides a competitive advantage that allows you to grow your organization, inspire innovation, and accomplish strategic goals. Women provide unique perspectives that are crucial for a balanced workplace and integral to your organization's success. The benefits go beyond…
Indemnification clauses are among the most important provisions in any agreement. These clauses allocate risk among the parties in any business agreement. When your client assumes an indemnification obligation, the risk shifts from the other party directly onto your client's…
SummaryAre you up to date on the recent CMS Conditions of participation (CoPs) changes? Medical Records is an extremely important section - with new requirements that were just released.</b Failure to comply will cost you. The first hospital that failed…
Wouldn't it be great if your employees did what they said, when they said they would, and at the quality level you expect? To most supervisors, this may seem impossible! However, there are proven techniques and approaches you can use…
Behind every All Star, every MVP and every championship team, there's a coach who encouraged, motivated as well as challenged each athlete to reach their full potential. A coaching mindset is extremely valued in athletics, but for some reason those…
Drama happens in every workplace and has many forms. It can be backstabbing, power struggles, an "untouchable" employee or even bullying. Drama creates nothing but distraction that hurts productivity and crushes employee morale.So, what can you do about it? With…
In 2019 OSHA issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that changed the forms employers must submit electronically, depending on the size of the establishment. How will this impact your reporting practices for 2020? Documenting and reporting injuries & illness…
SummaryThe role of in-house counsel has expanded significantly in the light of the rising cost of outside counsel and the focus on reigning in corporate spending. Companies rely on such counsel for an array of legal issues as well as…
HRMorning, part of the Rover Insights Network, provides the latest HR and employment law news for HR professionals in the trenches of small-to-medium-sized businesses. Rather than simply regurgitating the day's headlines, HRMorning delivers actionable insights, helping HR execs understand what HR trends mean to their business.
