To get the best, grow the best and keep the best employees in today’s global economy, employers must invest in their best. Of course, investing in your employees can mean practically anything, from compensation to luncheons; but let’s take a look at what making an investment means in the context of training & development.
Leadership development is among employer’s top priorities and concerns in the workplace today. A 2013 survey conducted by The Conference Board and Right Management concluded that organizations are expected to spend 37% more on leadership development in 2014.
It’s the end of the year and a common time for employers to have discussions with their employees regarding career development as part of the performance review process, or in preparation for the upcoming year.
Learning how to manage time wisely at work is an important skill to develop for your personal and professional success. Time management is the process of planning and balancing responsibilities and tasks throughout the day which helps individuals prioritize and ensure that activities of high importance are accomplished on time. Listed below are ten (10) helpful tips and techniques for time management.
There are numerous acronyms used in human resources. Here is a list of common ones in HR and their meanings.
Under the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA), there are certain activities beyond normal work duties that are considered work time (otherwise known as “working hours”) that must be paid or “compensable” for covered employees. These include waiting/on-call time; lactation breaks; rest and meal periods; lectures, trainings, and meetings; and travel and are described below.
The holiday season is here again which means it’s time to plan your company holiday party.
The Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) is administered by the Department of Labor (DOL) and establishes standards for minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor. However, the law does not apply to every position in an organization. Some jobs are excluded from FLSA coverage and are considered “exempt.” To qualify for exemptions, positions must meet certain standards and requirements, and cannot be determined solely based on job title.
The holiday season calls to mind the importance of traditions in our organizations. Unfortunately, many companies fail to recognize the significance of traditions in the workplace, yet they are just as important in our companies as they are in our families.
In order for an organization to avoid costly legal fines and other penalties, compliance with employment laws is essential. Below are the employment laws that every HR professional should know.
The I-9 and E-Verify are used to help employers in determining an employee’s eligibility to work in the U.S. A number of errors and mistakes can occur with E-Verify and the I-9 form that employers should avoid in order to stay compliant. Here is a summary of some common mistakes employers make with the I-9 form and E-Verify.
Ever wish your workforce gave more? Gave more thanks to one another? Gave more help to others in solving work problems? Gave more of their time to develop and mentor others? Imagine how different our workplaces would be if everyone was more of a giver.
