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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
HR Law Alert: Federal Updates for 2024 – IRS Mileage Rate, OSHA Reporting, and Federal Contractor Minimum Wages
The following federal law changes take effect on January 1, 2024. IRS MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE The IRS standard mileage rate will be 67 cents per ...
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Career Monday: What Movie Trailers Can Teach You About Writing Your Resume
Movie trailers and job resumes have both taken on more importance these days. In the film industry, a 2-minute trailer can make the difference between ...
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HR Alert: New York Equal Pay Expansions
New York State has amended its pay equity laws in three significant ways. The first two changes outlined below take effect October 8, 2019, while ...
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HR Advisor – November 2018
Many Managers Are Uncomfortable Communicating with Their Employees – Here’s How You Can Help Them Here’s a startling statistic: Nearly 70% of managers are uncomfortable ...
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Q&A: Can we do reference checks for only certain roles?
Yes, as long as you’re not discriminating based on protected classes or characteristics, you can conduct reference checks for certain roles but not others. For ...
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Affirmation: I Move Towards Balance
I cultivate balance in my life. I block out time for the activities that matter to me. I feel energetic and centered. I make room ...
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