Category: Human Resourses Training
Core Principles for Human Resources (HR) Professionals
Managing an Employee through a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
Sizzling Summers: Staying Safe and Healthy
Heat is a major consideration during the summer months – but other concerns are important to keep in mind too. Let’s look at guidelines for enjoying and productively engaging in outdoor activities, while minimizing the risks associated with heat exposure and other summer hazards.
Mental Health in the Workplace: Building on Change
Mental health and employee well-being are important aspects of workplace safety and health, and more and more workplaces are elevating the topic to the same level as physical safety.
Building a Positive Work Environment: A DEI Perspective
Creating a positive work environment within the framework of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) or DEIB (Belonging) requires a broad approach that addresses different aspects of organizational culture, policies and practices. It starts with creating a sense of belonging.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): Starting with Recruiting
Perspectives and tools for building diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) continue to evolve in organizations, as more people are part of the conversations that truly encourage employee engagement, a positive work environment and a sense of belonging.
DOL Finalizes New Rule for Overtime Exemptions
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule that significantly raises the salary threshold for overtime exemptions. This move marks the peak of efforts that began with a proposal in September, which faced resistance from certain Republican representatives and various business sectors.
FTC Implements Nationwide Ban on Noncompete Agreements
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has enacted a definitive rule banning noncompete agreements across the United States. This rule, aiming to invigorate labor market competition, marks a transformative shift in the landscape of employment and talent retention for businesses.
Factors in Designing a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Program
Organizations continue to recognize the benefits of a diverse team: broader talent pools, deeper dialogue, more holistic views of the customer perspective, and more complete decision-making. To better define and implement diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, organizations are conducting assessments, bringing in training and implementing changes on both systemic and personal levels.
Four Practical Ways to Celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month
In a separate article, we focused on what Global Diversity Awareness month is and why and how organizations can use it to strategically initiate or reevaluate Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. In this article, we focus on concrete and practical activities that any team, organization or individual can implement to jumpstart this work and celebrate the month.