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Training is an integral part of ensuring employees perform their jobs correctly, efficiently, and safely. Sometimes it can be confusing what training MUST be conducted versus what is RECOMMENDED. Certain states may impose specific training requirements. For example, California requires employers to conduct very specific training for […]

For many years, 360 degree reviews have been popular for providing individuals with feedback on performance from multiple sources – colleagues, customers, direct supervisors, etc. While most companies still provide performance reviews in the traditional manner, it’s important for a company to understand the pros and cons […]

The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA), commonly known as “New Hire Reporting,” is the reporting of basic information on newly hired and rehired employees. Federal regulations require employers to report this information within 20 days of hire, although some states may have […]

Is it important to recognize employees? I mean, why should they be recognized for doing their job? Afterall, that’s what they’re getting paid to do – right? While it’s true that employees are doing what they are paid to do, recognizing them for doing just that goes […]

While an arrest may lead to a charge or conviction, it is not the same. An arrest does not prove that one’s conduct was criminal in nature. An individual is innocent until proven guilty. However, the act of the arrest itself should be investigated to determine what, […]

In today’s workforce, employees are looking for scheduling options that help them balance their work and their home life. There are several options that may work well for your organization, and at the same time help employees achieve this balance. Let’s check out some of these options… […]

Personal liability is when you can be personally held accountable for a civil action. In other words, if a claim is brought against your employer, you as a supervisor or manager can also be named in that claim and be required to pay a monetary award to […]

Is an employee’s time off-the-clock any business of their employer? Possibly. There can be a fine line between respecting an employee’s private time, while trying to keep the reputation and integrity of the company in check. The question then becomes, when is this line crossed? Employees need […]