eESI began the vetting process to find a suitable vendor that would support all aspects of its organization. Due to the multifaceted nature of eESI’s business model and the complexity of the ever-changing legal landscape, eESI partnered with BLR®.
Employers that choose to implement AI should consider including a provision in their employee handbook, or a separate policy, specifically addressing its use. Such a provision or policy can help mitigate risks, provide clarity for employees, and demonstrate a commitment to using AI ethically and responsibly.
Download this 3-page guidance document and training exercise, where you’ll find actionable steps you can take to prevent harassment and discrimination, as well as a training exercise your employees can use.
The reason for the employee’s departure greatly affects their final interview. This includes who conducts the interview and the questions that are asked. The employee’s exit circumstances play a significant role in shaping the interview process. The final interview is influenced by factors such as the person in charge and the topics discussed. By conducting a successful interview, the employer can gain valuable insights into the company culture.
An employee who makes $50,000 annually is only required to work overtime two weeks a year during special events. The extra hours she works during those two weeks are given back to her in vacation time. Does my employee’s salary need to be increased starting January 1, 2025, to stay in line with the new overtime salary threshold?
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When conducted properly, performance evaluations are a valuable tool for an employee, the business, and Human Resources alike. Proper training on best practices can go a long way toward protecting an employer’s interests. In this article, learn employer best practices for conducting performance evaluations.
Employers should be aware of and follow the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), which passed in 2023, and should also be conscious of how coworkers or supervisors communicate with employees who either are pregnant or may be planning to take parental leave to assist with a partner’s recent pregnancy, especially within the U.S. 7th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers employers in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin).
Discover how LaPolla revolutionized its HR operations with HR Hero. Through automated compliance updates and streamlined processes, HR Hero helped LaPolla to reallocate resources towards strategic HR initiatives, driving efficiency and compliance.
Being able to successfully work with teammates, whether they’re down the hall or across the globe, is essential for the flourishing of any organization. You want your workplace to be one of collaboration and creativity, even if your work is straightforward and your team is far-flung. Here are three hacks for virtual team building so that your team feels tight, no matter how many miles separate their work stations.