There are so many important trends shaping HR right now that will affect employers in years to come. Here’s a brief synopsis of the most critical ones that you should know heading into 2014.
10 Time Management Skills and Tips
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.
HR Acronyms Employers Should Know
There are numerous acronyms used in human resources. Here is a list of common ones in HR and their meanings.
5 Things Non-Exempt Employees Must Be Paid For Under FLSA
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.
7 Creative Ideas for Your Staff Holiday Party
The holiday season is here again which means it’s time to plan your company holiday party.
A Short Guide to Who is “Exempt” Under FLSA
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.
Why Workplace Traditions Matter
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.
Employment Laws HR Professionals Should Know
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.
Common E-Verify and I-9 Mistakes
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.
5 Ways to Create a Culture of Giving at Work
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.
50 Employee Recognition Ideas
Recognizing employees regularly not only increases employee engagement, motivation, and job satisfaction, but also makes your workers feel valued and appreciated in the workplace and is a great and easy way to make a positive difference and impact.
99 Ways to Give Back to the Community
Many great workplaces believe that employees and businesses have a responsibility to give back, that is participate in civic and charitable activities which help enrich the lives of others in their communities. In turn, these organizations frequently provide opportunities for employees to get involved with charitable causes and organizations, and provide volunteer support to others.
