Tanya Lesiuk 
It’s always a pleasure to interview HR experts across the United States, but from time to time, there comes one that really stands out. It’s not always for their title, nor the endless list of roles and responsibilities they’ve held, although, in the case of Chris McKinney, both of these are present, but what sets … Read more
All HR managers will be familiar with paid time off (PTO) requests. Growing in popularity, offering this is becoming a crucial factor in clinching new hires. Everyone loves the freedom to take leave of absence, without having to worry about their salary at the end of the month. This post will cover all you need … Read more
Employee furlough schemes are put into place to support workers during times when a business may have financial difficulties. Whether it be a global pandemic or an economic recession, furlough is on standby to offer job protection to those who cannot work. Read on to learn more about how furlough works, how it is different … Read more
Employers in the U.S. are not required by federal law to give employees paid or unpaid vacation leave. However, many choose to offer it as it can contribute to the overall health of the company. A fair and effective policy can help you boost employee productivity, retention and morale. It can also help attract new … Read more
Americans agree: parental leave is important. 96% of Americans think that mothers should receive paid time off after having a child, with 75% agreeing maternity leave should be at least 6 paid weeks. In the US, however, there is no federally-mandated paternal leave. If you are a potential employee interviewing for a new position, you … Read more
A leave of absence policy clearly outlines the various types of leave offered by a company, including time off for sickness, medical appointments, and statutory or contractual holiday entitlements. As an employer, it is important to create a clearly detailed policy and communicate it to all staff. It must take into account all types of … Read more
Whether your business has just started, is beginning to grow steadily, or is chugging full steam ahead, HRMS software needs to be a part of the conversation. You already know that spreadsheets, emails, and paper files won’t be enough to support your business long-term. Good HR software will not only streamline basic functions such as … Read more
Who is entitled to overtime pay? Many employees in the USA receive overtime because of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This federal law sets overtime pay at time and one-half the regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 hours in a week. However, this rule does not apply to certain overtime … Read more
An employee handbook is an important document for any company. It informs employees of the policies, procedures, and expectations that guide their behavior in the workplace. It also provides important information about the company and its vision, mission and goals. Creating an employee handbook pdf that employees actually want to read can be complicated. It’s … Read more