Most employers are feeling the heat when it comes to standing out and attracting top notch candidates. Now, the best talent expects employers to put their money where their mouth is with meaningful employee benefits and perks. Offering a high-quality benefits package is crucial not only for attracting stellar candidates, but also for employee retention.… Read More »
Are you considering buying a business but new to mergers and acquisitions? Despite how well-established another company is, how successful they’ve been, or how amazing their culture and team appear, you should never acquire a business without doing your due diligence. There are many factors to consider before jumping into a deal. Plus, you’ll need… Read More »
With 2022 well underway, there’s no doubt about it–the last two years have changed a lot about how many organizations do business. The COVID-19 pandemic combined with several major social and political issues continues to influence workplace trends. So what can businesses, leaders, human resources professionals, and employees expect in the coming months? And how… Read More »
Is your company considering a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees? Perhaps you already have one? This delicate area can lead to questions and concerns, particularly religious exemptions. Organizations considering or already have instituted a COVID-19 vaccine mandate should prepare for this exact scenario. Employers must know what type of objections are protected under the anti-discrimination… Read More »
The concept of a safety committee is not always taken seriously by many organizations. But whether or not your company is required to have one, it is critical to creating a safe and healthy workplace. Also known as a joint loss management committee (JLMC), it is also an important part of an overarching safety program.… Read More »
Most employers have experienced the highly competitive talent market. As qualified professionals become increasingly difficult to find, organizations must think beyond traditional workplace benefits. The best candidates and employees desire much more than the standard health, retirement, and salary benefits. They are searching for an employer that shows that they value their team’s time, well-being,… Read More »
No matter how much we love our jobs, we all need a break. It may be a day or two, it may be a week or two. Either way, vacation time is critical—which is why employers must establish a vacation or PTO policy that is fair and encourages employees to take leisure days. According to… Read More »
How much time and effort does your company put into writing stellar job descriptions? Do you have a process? Do you and your team regularly review roles and job descriptions throughout the organization? At this point, you may be thinking, Are job descriptions really THAT important? The answer is a resounding YES! Writing effective job… Read More »
Whether you just hired your first employee or you are already managing a growing team, it’s never too late to put an employment termination checklist in place. After all, terminations are difficult enough as it is—every organization could use a tool to make employee separations that much easier. Your termination checklist serves as a master… Read More »
Over the last several years, political discussions have become more polarized than ever. Unfortunately, people often struggle to have a civil discourse if they disagree on certain hot button topics. Many take personal offense if another person disagrees with their opinions or beliefs, while others lack respect for those who don’t share their views. While… Read More »
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