The primary purpose of most performance management tools is to help HR departments track the performance of teams and employees. A good tool can help managers identify areas for improvement and create accountability. It can also help with goal setting, increase employee engagement and improve awareness of individual roles and expectations. Aside from evaluating an … Read more
Crisis is inevitable; it’s not a matter of if, but when. One poll found that 69% of leaders had navigated a crisis within the last 5 years and 95% expected to face another crisis in the future. Now, as the world squares with the unprecedented difficulties of the novel coronavirus, businesses are more invested than … Read more
Workers’ compensation, often abbreviated to workers’ comp, is a primarily state-based insurance system in the United States. Its primary purpose is to provide compensation and medical benefits to employees that are injured on the job or develop an occupational disease. The various Office of Workers Compensation Programs (OWCP), administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, … Read more
Unfortunately, the number of coronavirus cases is increasing. This means further restrictions on public and private life. We are being advised to stay home and avoid contact with others, including loved ones. As such, businesses are shutting down offices so people are prevented from going to their workplace. This can have serious financial repercussions for … Read more
The ongoing Coronavirus or COVID-19 pandemic swept the world in a matter of weeks, drastically changing the lives of millions. The United States declared a national State of Emergency on March 13th and citizens have been asked to shelter-in-place, restricting their outings to only the essentials. In these difficult times, many businesses are struggling to … Read more
Requesting an intermittent leave of absence can be a complicated process for employers and employees alike. Applications require a lot of detail and supporting evidence in most cases. In addition, intermittent FMLA (Family & Medical Act) guidelines are regularly updated which makes it hard to keep on top of current FMLA regulations and requirements. This … Read more
Skill building is a lifelong process for any working professional. Whether you’re just starting out your career or a seasoned HR manager, developing your skills will always be on the agenda. So what skills do you need for HR? Time management, record-keeping, and communication skills are to name but a few. Yet, these sorts of … Read more
One of the many roles of an HR professional is to ensure company employees are treated fairly and legally. This is especially challenging for HR departments because laws and regulations are constantly evolving, and new and updated state and federal employment laws come into effect each year. Let’s take a look at what HR compliance … Read more
While studies show that taking time off is good for employees, juggling all the time off and leave requests can be difficult for managers. Keeping track of leave policies, paid time off accrual and different time off types would give anyone a headache! Well-managed time off is essential to optimize workplace efficiency and minimize unscheduled … Read more