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Affirmations

Affirmation: I Organize My Priorities Into Separate Bins And Pull Them Out One By One

There is a reliable technique I use to manage my priorities. Using this system helps me organize my life. When I think about my priorities, ...
Career Monday

Career Monday: 7 Ways to Boost Focus and Productivity While Working From Home

Many businesses have allowed or forced employees to work from home. While this is a welcome development for many people, it’s not always easy to ...
HR Compliance

Q&A: What Do We Do When a Prank Crosses the Line?

It sounds like this prank could have crossed the line into harassment, even though the person who was offended wasn’t necessarily the intended target. As ...
Affirmations

AFFIRMATION: I Know How To Unleash The Power Behind My Dreams

Dreams have power. My dreams are important to me. They show me what I have and what I desire for my future. To make my ...
Career Monday

Career Monday: Managing Video Meetings – How to Avoid Collaboration Fatigue

2020 was a year rife with changes and challenges. Remote working evolved from a futuristic concept into the standard strategy for most businesses. Our in-person ...

Blasts From The Past

Q&A: Are job descriptions required by law?

Question: Are job descriptions required by law? Answer from Marisa, PHR: Job descriptions are not required by law, but they’re certainly great to have and ...
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HR Advisor December 2021

Creating a Safe and Fulfilling Workplace for Another Challenging Year As we enter the new year, the risks of COVID-19 may recede, but the trauma, ...
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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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Career Monday: My career is separate from my identity

Like most other working professionals, I spend a great deal of my time in my workplace. This is because I work in a demanding field ...
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Q&A: Can we require exempt, salaried employees to turn in time sheets?

Yes. There are many reasons you might want or need to track exempt employee time. For example, you may opt to track an exempt employee’s ...
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Q&A: Harassment Investigation – How To Figure It Out

We suspect that one of our employees harassed another, but we only have their conflicting stories to go on—no witnesses, video, or emails. The accuser’s ...
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