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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 ...
April 18, 2024
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. ...
April 16, 2024
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 ...
April 11, 2024
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 ...
April 9, 2024
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 ...
April 4, 2024
Blasts From The Past
When to Take a Chance on an Inexperienced Applicant
July 7, 2017
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Every hiring manager receives applications from people who are clearly unqualified for the job. Sometimes, however, a candidate with no direct or seemingly-relevant experience applies ...
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Q&A: What is Paid Volunteer Time Off?
April 27, 2023
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Volunteer time off (VTO) is a form of paid leave that gives employees their regular compensation for hours spent in service to an approved charitable ...
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HR Advisor May 2023
May 2, 2023
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When Not to Worry About Turnover Most HR professionals would agree that turnover is a source of stress. Losing an employee can feel like losing ...
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Career Monday: Six Simple Steps to Find Your Dream Career
May 9, 2022
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Imagine what it would be like to work in the career of your dreams! Each morning you’d wake up excited about going to work. In ...
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Q&A: Do we have to get permission to run a background check?
January 19, 2023
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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 Mondays: I Take Charge of My Career
December 2, 2019
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I take charge of my work and career potential. I am able to make job decisions that provide positive results. I know where I want ...
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