Managing employee attendance is vital to maintaining a productive workplace. Employees calling in sick can disrupt workflow and create additional work for other team members. And if you have certain staff members regularly using sick leave, you might become suspicious—sometimes rightly so. In a 2020 Zippia survey of 2,000 American workers, 52% admitted lying about… Read More »
Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience for both the interviewer and the interviewee. As a hiring manager, it is important to ask the right questions to ensure that you make an informed decision and hire the best candidate for the job. However, not all interview questions are created equal, and some should be avoided… Read More »
More employers are coming up with creative ways to attract and retain talent. Many are now implementing lifestyle spending accounts, also known as lifestyle savings accounts. Adding lifestyle spending accounts to their employee benefits packages helps employers stand out. These funds are an excellent solution for companies that wish to support their employees’ physical, financial,… Read More »
On January 24th, 2023, Amazon Pharmacy rolled out RxPass. The prescription subscription service allows Prime members to order generic medications delivered to their doorstep for a flat monthly fee of $5. The initial list includes over 50 generic drugs that treat more than 80 common health conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, and… Read More »
With a new year underway, many business owners and leaders are wondering about 2023 HR trends and what they should do to stay ahead of the game and keep employees happy. While business is constantly evolving in numerous areas, the most critical areas emphasize: Employee well-being, mental health, and work-life balance Employee engagement and development… Read More »
What is cross-training, and why should every organization do it? Cross-training employees involves training a team member for work that is outside of their current role. Simply put, if you trained Sue to do Jenny’s job, you would also train Jenny to learn Sue’s job. There are many benefits of cross-training employees for both team… Read More »
With a new year comes new employment laws! Employers should be aware of changes to federal and state employment laws for 2023. That includes some regulations that went into effect in late 2022. While there aren’t many new federal employment laws at this time, many updates and expansions are occurring at the state level. Some… Read More »
In today’s world, employees have more options than ever when finding employment. They can choose from a variety of companies, industries, and positions. If you want to keep your top performers happy, you must take the time to understand what makes them tick and why they choose to stay with your company. That’s where stay… Read More »
What is professionalism in the workplace? While it looks different from one business to the next, there are several areas where you’ll want to ensure employees are conducting themselves appropriately to convey your desired brand image and ensure success. Read on for the crucial areas of professionalism to keep your eye on. And stick around… Read More »
As workers demand better work-life balance, a growing number of employers are implementing flexible work schedules. But what is a flex schedule, exactly? Rather than the traditional 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., flex schedules allow employees to work the hours and days that best suit their lifestyles while still… Read More »
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