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With the release of the first live-action Barbie film, Barbie is finally getting the attention she deserves. The summer box-office hit brings Barbie into the real world, where she presents us with a fresh take on diversity and empowerment for the recruiting sector. Mattel was hesitant about the film at first. The brand has worked […]
Employers frequently use lead persons who aren’t supervisors with the authority to fire employees. However, problems can arise when employees believe such leads can fire them. A recent case before the Arkansas Court of Appeals illustrates this problem. Background In an unbriefed appeal to the court of appeals, Erin Daniels challenged the Arkansas Board of […]
Recently, one of my favorite artists, Lizzo, made headlines when three of her backup dancers filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court against her, her tour company (Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc.), and her dance team captain. There are various allegations in this lawsuit, but I want to focus on the sexual harassment/hostile work […]
Upskilling is the process of teaching or training employees to enhance their existing skills. The goal is to ensure they’re kept up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and processes to ensure their productivity, efficiency, and overall performance. Upskilling Matters for Organizations For instance, in the HR profession, laws and regulations are continually […]
As the federal public health emergency of the COVID-19 pandemic expires, our focus must return to the ongoing epidemic of mental and behavioral health in this country, which was only exacerbated by the pandemic. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s Mental Health by the Numbers report, one out of five adults in the […]
Healthcare organizations face several staffing challenges, including shortages of qualified professionals, high turnover rates, and burnout. According to the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA), the healthcare industry is facing a workforce shortage that’s expected to reach a deficit of 124,000 full-time physicians by 2034. Outsourcing can provide healthcare organizations with a strategic solution to address […]
Today’s HR professionals and managers operate in an environment of continual change. That makes change management competencies no longer an option but a crucial competency. Operating Amid Constant Change Today’s business landscape is constantly evolving. Businesses need to continually adapt to both internal and external impacts, including advances in technology, shifts in market dynamics (both […]
No one buys drug insurance. We buy health insurance. Yet, the drug portion of that health plan can and should also be a strategic investment in your employees, which can positively impact your bottom line. That’s because patients dealing with chronic diseases, including 6 out of 10 adults in the U.S., typically take maintenance medications […]
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) continues to move the needle on its interpretation of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) in favor of unions. For example, in Memorandum GC 23-02 entitled “Electronic Monitoring and Algorithmic Management of Employees Interfering with the Exercise of Section 7 Rights,” General Counsel Abruzzo outlined a new framework for […]
In today’s business world, inclusivity is more than a value—it’s an essential part of a sound business strategy. A recent McKinsey and Company report shows that companies that build diverse executive teams by focusing on gender inclusivity are 25% more likely to outperform those that don’t financially. For those that build ethnically diverse teams, the […]