Archive for the HR Admin Category

Anyone who’s been in HR for a while probably has a story that will make any “newbie” rethink their HR career. Over the years, HR has dealt with some challenging issues. Defecation – Yes, poop. What possesses an employee to get so angry with the company that they

The majority of employers in the U.S. are obligated to follow the protocols for paying employees as prescribed by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Even if the employer isn’t a covered entity, the individuals working for the organization may still be protected by this law if

JANUARY 1st Federal contractor minimum rate increases to $11.25 per hour for contracts entered into prior to January 29, 2022. For contracts entered into after January 29, 2022, the minimum wage rate for federal contractors will increase to $15 per hour effective January 30, 2022. Affirmative Action

During the month of November, we celebrate our veterans for the sacrifices they make to protect our country. Veterans’ Day in particular is a time to remember those who gave their lives to protect this country and the world. Many companies have employed veterans who currently still

Understanding whether an individual is an independent contractor or an employee is key to helping the organization comply with employment and labor laws that affect its businesses. Many supervisors and managers are under the misconception that if someone is hired as an independent contractor that there is

Workplace etiquette is something many employees misunderstand. Is there really a set of rules to follow when it comes to behaving in a cubicle or when writing an email? Let’s review some common occurrences that employees may overlook in the workplace. General Etiquette –Everyone knows their workplace

One of the most difficult things manager and supervisors have to do is tell an employee they’re doing something wrong. All too often, the situation will be ignored until it becomes such a problem that the supervisor wants to terminate the individual immediately. In this circumstance, problems

Kimberly Ellerth was 23, fresh out of college and recently married, when she landed a prized marketing job with Burlington Industries in its Chicago office. But eventually her dream job became unbearable, she said, after a boss began making sexual advances toward her. As we continue our

We all have to attend meetings, but what if you couldn’t understand what is said.  For the deaf community in the United States, this can be a daily occurrence.  In this episode, we tell the story of Mauricio Centeno and UPS Supply Chain Solutions and how all