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HR Q&A
Q&A: What is Discrimination Based on National Origin?
Yes. Discrimination based on national origin is prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and includes treating applicants or employees unfavorably because they ...
Affirmation
Affirmation: I outline the big picture on my canvas before I paint in the small intricate details
Just as a painter envisions his masterpiece, I envision living my dreams. I know where I am going and how I plan to get there. ...
HR Q&A
Q&A: A remote employee’s roommate has been disrupting their work to the point that their performance is suffering. How should we handle this?
This situation should be handled the same way you’d manage most work disruptions affecting an employee’s performance. Start by having a conversation with the employee ...
Affirmation
Affirmation: The time to go after my dreams is now.
Only I hold the power to create the life I desire. I want to make my dreams come true so each day I work on ...
HR Q&A
Q&A: What’s the difference between a furlough and a layoff?
Furloughs and layoffs are ways to reduce labor costs during times of economic hardship. They both involve a loss of work for employees, but there ...
Blasts From The Past
Affirmation: 10 Simple Truths That Will Set You Free
Life isn’t as complicated or as scary as you might think. With just a few, simple truths, you can make your life a lot easier, ...
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Q&A: We want to promote an employee to a new position we’re creating … to apply as well?
Question: We want to promote an employee to a new position we’re creating. Do we need to give other potential candidates the chance to apply ...
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Affirmation: I believe in my own abilities
I am capable of so many things! My talents and skills combine to help me do good things for myself and others, and I am ...
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Q&A: Do we have to get permission to run a background check?
The short answer is yes: the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires you to get permission from your applicant or employee before conducting a background ...
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Career Monday: Successful Meetings with Your Boss Made Easy
Maybe you’re nervous about meeting with your boss or maybe you rarely see them face to face. Either way, having more frequent and effective communications ...
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Q&A: What is COBRA?
COBRA is short for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985. It’s a federal law that allows certain employees and covered dependents to elect ...
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