Can You Get Sued Over Improper Leave Administration?
Can you get sued over improper leave administration? The short answer is yes, but it usually requires either mistreatment, discrimination, or a perception of such.
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Who Owns Your Company Social Media Accounts?
With most companies turning to social media for business promotion, a company social media account is looking more and more like a company asset. Yet the lines of ownership are easily blurred. Consider these questions:
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Quid Pro Quo Versus Hostile Work Environment
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a topic often met with either a snicker or an eye roll—it brings to mind a culture where inappropriate jokes and gender-based comments are the norm. But the reality of sexual harassment is serious, and it happens every day in our workplaces. Often, it’s not as obvious as inappropriate […]
Taking It to the People
Yesterday’s Advisor presented Gregg Tate, GPHR, and the New Way of Working (NWoW) at adidas®. Today, how NWoW was implemented.
What Should Happen at a Termination Meeting?
Handling an employee termination meeting is dreaded from both sides—they’re no fun for anyone involved. But with ample preparation you can take steps to help the meeting go as smoothly as possible.
Developing an Effective Occupational Health and Safety System
By: Anthony Di Bratto There are two main approaches to occupational health and safety (OH&S). One is a reactive approach based on legislation and the threat of legal action including fines and business restrictions.
Famous Fashionista Attends Employee’s Wedding—As a Bridesmaid
Would you ever ask your boss to be a bridesmaid or groomsman for your wedding? Well one assistant did just that, and her boss gladly accepted the invitation. The bride’s boss was none other than Sarah Jessica Parker!
Flexible Scheduling: The Key to Employee Satisfaction?
We all know the cost of employee turnover is high. It only gets higher as the unemployment rate drops since it can take longer to fill a vacant role—thus increasing the time to regain productivity. Keeping good employees onboard is key to an organization’s success—but how can an employer increase employee satisfaction and thus increase […]
Do You Actively Recruit Passive Candidates?
As the unemployment rate inches further downward and positions are taking longer to fill, many employers are looking for new and innovative ways to reach the best talent. One option that is increasing in popularity is searching for passive candidates—individuals who may not be directly looking for a new job, but who would be open […]
Hey Waiter, There’s a Minimum Wage Fee Included in My Bill!
How many times have you been at a restaurant and noticed the hidden fees, like tips and gratuity, tacked onto your bill? Most restaurants usually post a disclaimer at the bottom of their menus—in tiny print—or on a sign by the hostess stand, but not too many people pay attention to these things. But there […]