How Many Policies Can a Worker Violate with One Selfie?
If a picture is worth a thousand words, this worker’s selfie was worth thousands in lost revenue as it got him fired!
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What U.S. Employers Can Learn About Work/Life Balance from These 6 Countries
For most career-driven women who are also proud members of a family, maintaining a proper work/life balance can feel like an uphill battle. To say that things have gotten exponentially more difficult during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic—a time when women have to be professionals; caregivers; and, in many cases, full-time educators for their kids—is a […]
The Hottest Jobs of 2019
As an HR manager likely struggling with recruiting talent, it helps to know the market. Recent research into the hottest jobs in 2019 can help you fine tune your strategy for finding and retaining talent this year.
The Coaching Conversation and the Story
The human brain is an amazing organ. It comprises the same biological matter as the rest of the body, but remarkably, it somehow gives rise to consciousness and self-awareness. Despite years of research, scientists are still mystified by how it actually does this. Nobody really understands how living cells, sorted and connected in just the […]
Consistency—Authenticity Others Can See and Feel
Oswald, CEO of BLR, offered his thoughts on consistency in a recent edition of The Oswald Letter. Webster’s defines consistency this way: “steadfast adherence to the same principles, course, form, etc.” Consistent leaders have a steadfast adherence to the same principles each and every day. It doesn’t matter the situation in which they finds themselves, […]
Alcoholism and ADA, FMLA Liability:What Employers Need to Know
by Brian Burbrink According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 17.6 million people — about one in 12 adults — abuse alcohol. Based on the statistics, odds are good that one or more of your employees suffers from alcoholism and may need treatment. The case illustrations below provide insight into avoiding liability […]
The Logistics of Offering Flextime
Flextime is one of the most highly rated perks for attracting top talent to your organization. However, it isn’t always easy to offer—what about a company where every employee has to be on-site, in person, every day? Today, Megan Lee, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, shares how she did it.
Faces of HR: How Tracy Williams Cultivates a Culture of Belonging at New Relic
As New Relic‘s Chief People and Diversity Officer, Tracy Williams is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, empowered, and connected. With over two decades of human resources (HR) experience, Williams brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for creating inclusive environments. Before joining New Relic, Williams held leadership roles at […]
4 Tools to Improve Employee and Human Resources Communication
Communicating with your employees is a vital piece of the pie when it comes to a thriving company. But it isn’t just communication from management that matters. The HR department needs to be able to disperse information quickly and clearly, making sure employees know all of their rights and also what’s expected of them. Employees […]
Meet Broker 2.0—From Benefits Sales Rep to Strategic Counsel
There are few certainties when it comes to today’s health insurance industry. More than ever, employers are seeking help when it comes to navigating a rapidly changing regulatory landscape and developing a benefits strategy that will be cost effective, compliant, and aligned with employee needs.