The Human Resources Roundup
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Employer Initiatives: Addressing the Child Care Crisis
The expiration of pandemic-era federal aid to child care centers, coupled with the return of remote workers to offices, has exacerbated child care struggles for many parents. This situation has led to significant stress and challenges for working parents, jeopardizing their ability to balance work and family responsibilities effectively. Ultimately, these chalenges lead to inferior productivity and performance.
8 Tasks to Maximize Success
The beginning of the calendar year is a critical period for setting the foundation of success for the months ahead. Human resources (HR) tasks play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth and productive year
Hyper-Personalization in the Workplace: Building Better Experiences, Avoiding Big Misfires
Unleash the power of hyper-personalization in the workplace! Learn how to personalize employee experiences for increased engagement, productivity, and a thriving workforce. Avoid common pitfalls and embrace best practices to make hyper-personalization work for you.
4 Key Questions to Help You Decide When to Delegate a Task
Learn how to make strategic decisions about delegation with these 4 key questions. Maximize your team's productivity and achieve extraordinary results by understanding when to delegate and when to take ownership of tasks.
DOL Narrows Scope of Independent Contractor Classification: A Looming Tsunami for Businesses?
The recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) rule that significantly narrows the definition of an independent contractor has sent shockwaves through the business community. This shift, set to take effect on March 11, 2024, resurrects a stricter "totality of the circumstances" test, potentially triggering a wave of misclassification lawsuits and hindering businesses' ability to engage flexible workers. Buckle up, folks, because we're in for a bumpy ride.
Simplify Time Tracking: Mastering the U.S. Department of Labor's Timesheet App
Simplify time tracking and ensure accurate pay with the free U.S. Department of Labor's Timesheet App. Track hours, calculate wages, and manage payroll seamlessly for both employees and employers. Available in English and Spanish. Download today!
Rethinking Remote Employee Engagement: Strategies for Enhanced Productivity and Connection
As remote work continues to surge, fostering employee engagement becomes crucial. This article dives deep into strategies for managers and employers to enhance remote worker engagement, boost productivity, and combat disengagement, ensuring a thriving remote workforce.
HR Strategies: Unleashing the Power of Christmas Bonuses for Employee Retention
The holiday season is a time for expressing gratitude and fostering a sense of appreciation among employees. Employers can leverage this opportunity to strengthen employee retention by offering thoughtful gifts or bonuses that demonstrate their value for their workforce's contributions.
The NLRB's Stericycle Decision and What it Means for Employer Handbook Rules: A Comprehensive Guide
On August 2, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued its much-anticipated decision in Stericycle, Inc. concerning employee handbook rules. In a significant departure from its prior standard, the NLRB held that a workplace rule or policy will violate the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) if it has a "reasonable tendency" to chill employees from exercising their protected rights under the NLRA.
Worker Compensation Growth Outpaces Expectations in Q3: What Employers Need to Do
Worker compensation grew more than expected in the third quarter of 2023, according to the Employment Cost Index (ECI) released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This indicates that employers remain competitive with pay in order to attract and retain top talent.
The return-to-office (RTO) debate has been swirling for a while now, and we’ve heard every angle. Some employees are eager to reclaim their office routines, while others have fully embraced remote work and don’t want to give it up. And truthfully? Both perspectives make sense.