Tag: human resources

Which Training Format Is Better: Instructor–Led Classroom or Independent Online?

By Heather Hunt Oct 22, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 22, 2014

Although technology-based training is becoming increasingly popular, training experts agree that it will never completely replace classroom training. At present, an overwhelming number of companies continue to use classroom training alongside an increasing amount of technology-based training, such as e-learning and computer-based training. Today, there is an array of techniques, methods, activities, and training aids […]

Do You Know These 5 Tips for Training Supervisors on How to Administer FMLA?

By Heather Hunt Oct 8, 2014 Talent

Updated: Oct 8, 2014

How do you deal with the supervisor who appears to be on a “personal crusade” to “eradicate all Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) abuse”? What about the supervisor who likes to pretend he doesn’t know that FMLA leave exists? Read on to find out. Training and Communication Are Key The FMLA can be complicated—and […]

Compare Your Training Stats to Our Annual Survey

By Heather Hunt Oct 7, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 7, 2014

Training Methods Our survey shows the following methods used regularly for training employees. In the coming years, 86% expect to use more online training, and 68% plan to utilize more in-person sessions conducted by the HR staff. More video/DVD and mobile/tablet-based materials will be used by 51%, and more telephone/audio conferences will be utilized by […]

How Do Your Training Stats Compare with Our Annual Survey?

By Heather Hunt Oct 6, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 6, 2014

Thanks to all 1,052 participants in the 2014 Training and Development Survey! Here are the highlights: New hire orientation is the most commonly offered training topic, followed by sexual harassment and emergency procedures. HR conducts the training at 78 percent of respondents’ businesses. In the coming years, 86 percent expect to use more online training. […]

Try Cross-Generational Mentoring to Tackle Workplace Bullying

By Heather Hunt Oct 1, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 1, 2014

Cross-generational mentorships can help with workplace bullying issues in that they can help junior employees improve communication with colleagues and senior leaders, an area that is connected to many bullying incidents. Furthermore, mentorships give junior employees a “sounding board” in their mentors—someone they can talk to about sensitive issues who will give them candid advice […]

Have You Considered Using Mentoring to Tackle Workplace Bullying?

By Heather Hunt Oct 1, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Oct 1, 2014

“My boss is picking on me,” is a commonly heard phrase by employees around the world. Does it constitute workplace bullying? Maybe, if “picking on me” means that the manager has yelled at the employee in front of his or her colleagues for the past month in staff meetings. Maybe not, if “picking on me” […]

Cover These 5 ‘Rs’ in Your Antiharassment Training

By Heather Hunt Sep 18, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 18, 2014

Creating an expectation that employees will treat one another with respect and clearly identifying unacceptable work behaviors should be the focus of an employer’s policies and training to avoid harassment in the workplace, says Jonathan Segal, a partner in the law firm of Duane Morris, LLP. Segal also says that employers should create policies that […]

What Should Be Included in Antiharassment Training?

By Heather Hunt Sep 17, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 17, 2014

Does your organization provide antiharassment training for employees and managers? One of the main reasons antiharassment training is important is that employers have an obligation to provide a safe workplace—one that is free of harassment. If an employer does not take proactive steps to ensure such an environment, that employer will find it much more […]

Train Supervisors to Ask the Right Questions

By Heather Hunt Sep 2, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 2, 2014

There are many legal issues employers face during the interview process. Job interviews are a potential legal land mine for discrimination complaints and lawsuits. Numerous federal laws prohibit discrimination in hiring practices, including the interview process. For example: The Civil Rights Act of 1964, commonly known as Title VII, is the grandparent of employment discrimination […]

Do You Train Supervisors to Ask the Right Questions?

By Heather Hunt Sep 1, 2014 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 1, 2014

Face-to-face interviews with job candidates help your supervisors choose the best-qualified people for the jobs they have to fill. A good interview should bring out a candidate’s strengths, weaknesses, and suitability for the job. Properly conducted interviews identify the kinds of employees you want and need for your organization, helping to develop a diverse and […]