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HR Metrics is an often misunderstood and intimidating subject for HR professionals. However, they are a key component for justifying HR programs, processes, and policies. Metrics enable the HR professional to: identify strengths & weaknesses of HR process and practices; determine whether or not a program is

Life literally comes to work when we have an employee who becomes pregnant. Companies need to be prepared with how they will deal with the happy event when an employee announces her pregnancy. Let’s talk about some of the laws that come into play as we’re dealing

With summer upon us, many teenagers are looking for jobs to earn a little money and keep busy while school is out. Frequently, companies will hire extra help during this time to fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or to help them through peak

Internships can provide a great opportunity for students to obtain some actual work experience in their field of study. Companies also benefit from internship programs because it gives them an opportunity to evaluate these students for future employment with the company after they graduate. To make your

What do I do when an employee complains? Disagreements occur in the smallest of organizations and typically employees will work them out among themselves. However, there are times when the seriousness of the disagreement or alleged behavior (discrimination, harassment, theft, drug use, etc.) has to be escalated

Employers are required to verify that the individuals we hire are authorized to work in the United States. By the first day of employment, the employee must complete Section I of Form I-9 and by the third day of employment, the employer must complete Section II. Employees

Before you’ve even had your first cup of coffee on a Monday morning, one of your key employees excitedly rushes into your office and tells you, “I’m pregnant!” One part of your brain functions just enough to tell her “Congratulations” while another part of your brain is

The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) is enforced by The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB is an independent agency of the federal government and is responsible for enforcing U.S. labor law and unfair labor practices for employees of union and non-union companies. Section 7 of

During this time of year, many employers host holiday celebrations for their employees. Because it’s the holidays, many organizations relax their policies and serve alcohol at these events. If your organization is considering serving alcohol, here’s what you need to know: The organization can be sued for