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HR Compliance
Q&A: Do We Need to Pay Summer Interns?
Generally, yes, though it depends on who benefits most from their work. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has adopted the “primary beneficiary test” to ...
Affirmations
Affirmation: I do my best without regard for reward.
I always perform to the best of my ability and strive to go beyond what I must do to simply get the job done correctly. ...
HR Compliance
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 ...
Affirmations
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 Compliance
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 ...
Blasts From The Past
Reinvention Works: Reinvention Conversations from the Front Porch
From Property Manager to HR Professional with Chief Girlfriend, Sana Rasul Reinvention is a Choice™ Empowering people and businesses to take control of their next ...
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Q&A: An employee is requesting copies of their harassment complaint and investigation files. How should I respond?
It depends. You can certainly share a copy of the original complaint with the person who filed it. You can also tell them about the ...
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Tip of the Month: July
Multitasking is a myth! Human brains simply cannot pay attention to two things at once. Instead, our focus operates like a flashlight, which can illuminate ...
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Career Monday: How To Answer Interview Questions About Handling Stress
Whether you want to be an air traffic controller or a gardener, you’ll probably run into interview questions about how you handle stress. It’s an ...
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Career Mondays: How to Pick a Career You’ll Love
What do you like to do? Unless you’re fortunate, you’ll be working for quite a while. It would be smart to find a career that ...
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Affirmation: Unexpected turns of events encourage me to think on my feet.
I am proud of my ability to make quick decisions. Experiencing unexpected challenges helps me to practice quick thinking. That gift makes me a fearless ...
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