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Spend Time Fixing Problems, Not Finding Them
The other day I was speaking with a 93-year old neighbor of mine when I noticed that he was wearing one of those “medic alert” buzzers; I commented to him about that and got the following reply: “It’s...
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Reduce Redundancy and Stay Compliant
One of the leading problems HR professionals face is redundant documentation in benefits and payroll systems. Here are a few simple actions to cut back on filing errors that could lead to HR compliance...
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Looking At The Whole Picture
Have you ever had the experience of speaking with someone over the phone so many times that you build up an image of what that person looks like in your mind? If so – and most of us have – you probably...
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3 Tips For New Hire Success
Fast-growing companies often overlook the importance of proper employee training and development. Last year, employers spent more than $59 billion on training programs – a 13 percent increase over the...
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Essential HR Compliance Tips for 2013
The beginning of the year brought a little bit of relief when the government finally managed to pass a resolution saving the country from plunging over the fiscal cliff. The problem, though, is that...
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The Importance of Valuing Your Existing Workforce
The unemployment sector has seen significant movement in the last few months, and some companies see this as a prime opportunity to recruit new personnel. Some companies are still in the midst of...
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5 Tips to Keep Your Payroll in Compliance in 2013
With tax season just around the corner, businesses everywhere will be checking to make sure they have reported records accurately for the past business year. Many HR departments and small business...
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Creating An Offer Hard To Refuse
Considering the current climate that companies and consumers are climbing out of in terms of employment continuity, many candidates have been looking for a while and may feel jaded about the process....
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Employee Management: Why Timekeeping Systems are Beneficial to HR
According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers are responsible for collecting and maintaining accurate records regarding the number of hours each employee works. Many states also require...
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HIPAA Compliance and the Value of Voluntary Benefits
The compliance deadline for all organizations regarding the new HIPAA Privacy, Security Breach Notification, and Enforcement Rules (the “Omnibus Rule”) is set for September 23, 2013. For certain...
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What Matters Most
For HR professionals who are recruiting for a new position or looking to fill an existing opening, you will inevitably be confronted with the task of writing a job description—the first impression a...
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Policy and Procedure: Navigating the NLRB
This guest blog post is courtesy of Mary Anne Osborne, SPHR, and principal of the Osborne Group. Mary Anne is a peoplecentric HR professional and consultant with over 25 years of HR experience in...
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Top 5 Tips to Avoid an Employment Lawsuit
No one wants to be involved in a lawsuit—they can be timely and expensive and can negatively impact an organization’s reputation. Despite employers’ making efforts to avoid litigation, employment...
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Elements of a Good Employee Handbook
The employee handbook can be a terrific resource for the employer and the employee. There are several elements that should be contained within that relate to the company’s history/mission, values,...
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How Far Do You Reach in Your Outreach Programs?
Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s all about the journey, not the destination”? Sure you have. If you’ve never heard the term “outreach program”, it’s all about seeking to hire qualified women,...
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Stop Talking and Listen For a Change
What do you look for in a good candidate? That’s the magic question. There is an easy answer. It’s the candidate who is the best qualified candidate to do the job, right? Well, yes in that respect...
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E-Cigarette and Medicinal Cannabis Use by Employees: Gray Area Matters
Every year brings new challenges for employers, yet few are probably prepared for never-before-seen issues, such as e-cigarettes and medicinal cannabis use at the workplace. Not surprisingly, employers...
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Who Cares About Performance Evaluations Anyway?
Why do Manager’s consistently tell Human Resources that they dread writing and delivering performance evaluations? This is a question that Human Resource professionals struggle with every time they...
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Creating An Offer Hard To Refuse
Considering the current climate that companies and consumers are climbing out of in terms of employment continuity, many candidates have been looking for a while and may feel jaded about the process....
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Challenges facing HR and Payroll Managers in 2014
Human Resources is an ever-changing industry, and HR professionals know they need to remaining constantly alert for new regulations and issues to arise. This year has already shaped up to be a...
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