With a few exceptions, no, you can’t have a mandatory retirement age. Forcing an employee age 40 or older to retire at a certain age would likely violate the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. You could, however, offer voluntary retirement plans or various post-retirement benefits for employees over a certain age as long as these […]
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Q&A: Do I need to do anything when employees come to me to vent?
It depends on what they’re venting about. If they’re complaining about conduct that might be illegal, such as harassment or threats of violence, you’ll need to investigate. This is true even if the employee asks you not to take action. If the situation doesn’t pertain to potentially unlawful conduct, it can be helpful to ask […]
Career Monday: 14 Ways To Find Your Way Back From Burnout
Preventing burnout protects your overall health and your career. However, if the way you work changed radically over the past year, your old defenses may not be enough. How do you know if you’re burned out? Some of the most common signs include depression, irritability, and lack of motivation. You feel tired and unable to […]
Career Monday: 12 Ways to Ensure That Your Resume Gets Read
The average corporate job opening attracts 250 resumes, according to the employment website Glassdoor. With that kind of volume, it’s little wonder that most resumes get looked at for 7 seconds or less. If you’re looking for a new position, how can you increase the odds that a hiring manager will pay attention to your […]
Q&A: If an employee puts in their notice, can we let them go that day instead of keeping them for the full notice period?
Generally, yes, you can let an employee go that same day unless there is a contract or agreement to the contrary. While you aren’t required to retain an employee or provide compensation during a resignation notice period if the employee doesn’t work, there are some things you should consider before telling the employee you don’t […]
Career Monday: Who Else Wants To Stop Working Too Much?
A recent study suggests that working too many hours may be more dangerous than you think. Overwork is the single greatest risk factor for occupational disease, and it’s responsible for three quarters of a million deaths each year from heart conditions and stroke. That’s according to researchers from the World Health Organization and other institutions. […]
Career Monday: How to Have a Life Outside of Work
There’s more to life than work. But it’s not that easy to have a life outside of work in our society. People interact less in person. Everyone is obsessed with their electronic devices. Most people are genuinely pretty busy, too. However, you can have a life outside of work even if you spend most of […]
Career Monday: The Secret To Leading A Successful Online Meeting
If you think it’s more difficult to lead a meeting when it’s conducted online, you have plenty of company. Nine out of ten meeting organizers say virtual events are more challenging, according to a recent poll by the software company Slido. Picture your own experience. One minute you’re looking at a spreadsheet, and the next […]
Q&A: What is a “plan document” with respect to insurance plans offered by private employers?
A plan document is the official governing document of employee benefit plans, such as health, welfare, and retirement plans. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) requires that almost all private employers that sponsor benefit plans have corresponding plan documents. Your plan document should include specific information about the plan, such as eligibility, funding and […]
Career Monday: 8 Tips To Stay Motivated While Working From Home
If you work in an office, your day might already be planned out, with your coworkers giving you social interaction and your boss giving you accountability. However, working from home is much different. How can you get work done without any of this help that you would normally receive from coworkers? Try these techniques to […]