Careerminds

HR Updates With Katie, Episode 2: Paid Sick Leave and Holiday Parties

2018-11-27T18:34:38Z

In our second episode, Katie takes a look at the changing laws that govern paid sick leave and how HR can plan the perfect holiday party. Watch here:

5 HR Videos You Need to Watch Right Now

2018-11-19T14:00:00Z

As human resources professionals, it can be easy to get bogged down with the day-to-day grind that the position entails. These tedious tasks - mixed with the random chaos that can pop up throughout the day - can make us forget some of the bigger picture issues that HR can impact.

COBRA Notice Timeline: A Reduction in Force Guide for HR

2018-11-16T14:00:00Z

When a reduction event takes place, HR understandably has their hands full with numerous tasks. From helping with employee selection to conducting layoff meetings, it's easy to see how RIFs and layoffs can be overwhelming. But there's one thing that HR cannot afford to forget: COBRA notices.

Reduction in Force Guidelines: What HR Needs to Know

2018-11-14T14:00:00Z

Are you in a bit of a reduction in force pickle? With so many rules, regulations, and etiquette to bear in mind, it’s really no wonder why so many HR professionals get lost in the process. Thankfully – for you and yours truly - there are certain reduction in force guidelines that every HR professional should know.

Our Definition of Work-Life Balance Needs an Update, Researchers Say

2018-11-12T14:00:00Z

When you think of work-life balance, what comes to mind? For many of us, the conversation revolves around only a few salutations, such as for employees with children needing more time off to perform their parental duties or other forms of care-taking, such as those with older family members.

Adverse Impact: What It Is and How to Avoid It

2018-11-09T14:00:00Z

There a lot of things to consider when crafting a hiring policy for your organization, but one of the most important aspects you need to pay close attention to is whether or not your activities have 'adverse impact.'

Disparate Treatment: A Brief Guide for HR

2018-11-07T14:00:00Z

Disparate treatment can cause serious issues inside your organization. Not only can it lead to legal action, it can also cause your organization to lack diversity, which can dramatically impact your bottom line.

Some Jobs Disappearing, But Don't Blame AI, Says Researcher

2018-11-05T14:00:00Z

When we talk about the jobs at risk, artificial intelligence is often seen as the main threat. However, this technology is still at its very beginning, while a lot of jobs are already transforming and even disappearing. Conversely, other jobs seem to resist, even if technologies already exist to replace them.

Can Layoffs Actually Improve Your Corporate Culture?

2018-11-02T13:00:00Z

Layoffs are typically caused by a need to reduce costs, restructure, downsize, or merge with another organization. And those are just the big reasons. There are countless other small ones, too.

How to Deal With a Disgruntled Employee (A Brief HR Guide)

2018-10-31T13:00:00Z

Even if you spend countless hours trying to make a wonderful culture at your organization, there's always a risk that you will run across a disgruntled employee.