You’ve probably noticed that modern politics tend to be divisive. TV commentators and family members argue about impeachment, health care, climate change and now, COVID-19. However, you may not realize how much impact the stress of this discourse can have on your personal health and relationships. Almost 40% of adults agreed that politics is causing […]
Category: COVID-19
Career Monday: 9 Things To Do Before Quitting Your Job
The COVID-19 crisis may find you on furlough, working from home at reduced hours, or without a job completely. Many people are finding their careers up-ended by this disruption to the workplace. Many are also taking the time to contemplate if they were in the right job in the first place. If it is time […]
HR Advisor: Tips, Trends and HR Practices
Thank you for reading the HR Advisor Newsletter. Our focus in this edition is on the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and what employers need to know about it. Below we summarize the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, explain how the tax credit will reimburse employers for the costs of providing leave, and outline the COVID-19 guidance […]
Q&A: Can we reduce pay because of economic slowdown due to COVID-19?
You can reduce an employee’s rate of pay based on business or economic slowdown, provided that this is not done retroactively. For instance, if you give employees notice that their pay will change on the 10th, and your payroll period runs from the 1st through the 15th, make sure that their next check still reflects […]
Affirmation: Time alone encourages me to listen to my inner voice.
Depending upon your household, the Covid-19 shelter-in-place mandates may have you confined with family or in isolation. Either way, this is a great time to ground yourself through introspection. There is beauty in solitude. It allows me to become closer to who I am in a soulful way. I can hear the positive messages from […]
Career Monday: Job Stress? You CAN Deal With It
Job Stress? You Can Deal With It Unless you’re independently wealthy, you probably have a job. It’s a safe bet that you probably like that job most of the time, but it can also be stressful and uncomfortable on occasion. Stress is a natural part of anyone’s work environment, but if you learn to handle […]
Federal Law Alert: Families First Coronavirus Response Act – What We Know So Far
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act was signed into law on March 18, 2020. In the coming days and weeks, federal regulatory agencies, including the Department of Labor (DOL) and Health and Human Services (HHS), will provide guidance on how to execute or implement the new requirements. In the meantime, employers and advisors must rely […]
Q&A: Can we ask about COVID-19 symptoms?
Given COVID-19, if an employee is out of the office due to sickness, can we ask them about their symptoms? Yes, but there’s a right way to do it and a wrong way to do it. In most circumstances, employers shouldn’t ask about an employee’s symptoms, as that could be construed as a disability-related inquiry. […]
Special Article: What to Do When You’re Facing Sudden Job Loss
We are hearing from some of our friends and subscribers that the coronavirus is causing layoffs and furloughs in the job market. In these uncertain times, the thought of losing your job is a real possibility. Perhaps you’re already in that situation. But don’t despair, there are things you can do and places you can […]
Career Monday: How To Succeed At Virtual Job Fairs
You’re probably used to job fairs where you walk through row after row of booths staffed by recruiters, and collect free pens with company names. Today, the scene is changing. Virtual job fairs allow you to hunt for opportunities without leaving home, but you may need to update your approach. Study these tips before you […]