When thinking about dangerous industries, manufacturing and construction are likely to be one among the first that come to mind. Where heavy machinery is, the risk […]
Employers are facing an unprecedented challenge navigating COVID-19. As the virus spreads, it is generating fear and uncertainty. Employers need clear answers they can trust. They […]
How often do you say “thanks” to your team? Daily, occasionally, during an annual review? Saying thanks and showing appreciation shouldn’t be limited to special occasions. […]
Question: Can we extend a new employee’s probationary period? They aren’t meeting expectations yet. Answer: You can extend an introductory period, but I would recommend a different approach. […]
The prospect of corrective action or termination makes a lot of managers nervous. That’s understandable. For employees, being disciplined or losing their job can be anything […]
In February 2020, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued the following information related to the coronavirus: @RealThinkHR provides you with the latest #Coronavirus guidance […]
With the drastic rise in post-graduation student loan debt ($1.56 trillion total in 2019), more employers are jumping on the bandwagon of offering student loan repayment […]
March Madness is upon us, and there is no avoiding it. Selection Sunday, when the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Committee announces which 68 teams made […]
Among the challenges employers face when trying to prevent discrimination is that it’s not always crystal clear to managers and employees that certain behaviors would qualify […]
March 12th, 2018 Electronic Wage Statements On March 7, 2018, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed legislation (H.F. 2240) allowing employers to provide employees with electronic wage […]
March 12th, 2018 Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Federal Law Conformity Act Amended On February 21, 2018, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser signed an emergency […]
March 12th, 2018 Attorney General Updates Guidance on the Equal Pay Act On March 1, 2018, the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General released an updated […]
March 12th, 2018 Depriving Servicemember of Employment On January 16, 2018, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (S.B. 713) providing U.S. Armed Forces and Reserves […]