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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 ...
HR Compliance
Q&A: A Candidate Told Us They Have a Disability. What Do We Need to Do?
We recommend asking if they need an accommodation during the application process, but above all, ensure that having this information doesn’t influence your hiring decision. ...
Affirmations
Affirmation: I Maintain Hope While I Wait For My Dreams To Come True
I believe in my dreams. Those visions are inside of me for a purpose, which is soon to be revealed. My faith is steadfast as ...
Blasts From The Past
Career Monday: Jazz up Your Office During Hot Summer Months
Splashing in the ocean, grilled food, and outdoor fun all are heralded thoughts of the summertime. While all of these wonderful memories are reminiscent of ...
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Q&A: Can we ask references about an applicant’s previous use of sick time? We’d like to get a sense of their reliability.
No, you shouldn’t make any inquiries into an applicant’s history of calling in sick. Asking about absences because of illness or injury before extending an ...
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Career Mondays: 7 Social Media Mistakes That Can Harm Your Career
Many courts have upheld the right of employers to see everything in your social media accounts. Employers even study the social media accounts of prospective ...
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Reminder: OSHA 300A Forms Must Be Posted by February 1
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that all employers who are required to maintain the OSHA 300 Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses ...
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Affirmation: I am upfront about what I deserve
The loudest voice in support of me is my own. It is my responsibility to speak up for myself. Whenever I am negotiating for a ...
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Q&A: Do we have to get permission to run a background check?
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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