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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
Q&A: One of our employees interviewed a candidate … the candidate mentioned having social anxiety … Is there anything else that I should have done?
August 30, 2017
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Question: One of our employees interviewed a candidate today and emailed me afterward. He was impressed by the candidate but grew concerned after the candidate ...
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Affirmation: Taking on additional responsibilities at work increases my value.
April 2, 2019
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I work to my fullest potential. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to extend myself into other areas, so I gladly accept additional responsibilities ...
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Q&A: Do we need to review every application before moving forward with interviews and making a job offer?
February 8, 2024
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The short answer is no. There’s no legal requirement to review all the applications before moving forward, and you can always return to the applicants ...
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Career Monday: The Modern Rules for Rebuilding Trust after You’ve Been Laid Off
December 27, 2021
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A recent study found that workers who’ve been laid off are less willing to trust others, and those doubts can linger for ten years or ...
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How to Navigate Any HR Conference
May 17, 2015
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HR conferences are a great way to increase your knowledge and network opportunities in the field of HR. Although most professionals view conferences as positive ...
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Career Monday: I welcome change in my career, attitude, behavior, and lifestyle.
June 15, 2020
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Change is a good thing and I let go of any tendency to resist it. Change is a catalyst that can bring me many benefits ...
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