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Update your HR Internet and phone use policy

On 8 October 2018

Much HR law and policy protect employees’ rights and privacy. Privacy and safety in the workplace are important matters and certain laws protect employees when it comes to personal information and activities (i.e.,...

Training & Development: Harassment in the Workplace

On 1 October 2018

Harassment is a delicate, but necessary issue that should be addressed in every work environment. With proper training, managers and employees can detect when sexual harassment is taking place in the work environment...

Employee rights: Military Spouse Leave

On 24 September 2018

An employee is eligible for military spouse leave if he or she is the spouse or registered domestic partner of a “qualified member” of the military and works an average of 20 or more hours per week. In California,...

HR Consulting: How smaller clients benefit

On 17 September 2018

Typically, smaller employers do not have the resources to have a professional human resources person on staff, such as an HR Director or an HR Manager. When smaller companies get into trouble, they will then call upon...

Employee Wellness Programs

On 10 September 2018

Designed to bring employees together to share the benefits of health and fitness. The benefits of employee wellness programs are becoming more evident and as a result, an increasing number of businesses are...

Diversity and sensitivity training

On 4 September 2018

Protect yourself against claims of hostile working environments, or harassment in the workplace! Create a friendly and welcoming work environment for all your staff. By appreciating the diversity in your workplace, your...

Safety Tip – First Aid Kits

On 26 August 2018

Abide by OSHA requirements – Occupational Safety and Health Act. This act is a primary federal law that governs occupational health and safety in the workplace. The goal of this act is to ensure that employers in...

The Hidden Cost of Turnover — Let’s make sure we hire the right person from the start!

On 20 August 2018

In my many years as an HR Director in the hospitality industry, we hired and terminated a myriad of employees. Always behind and catching up on our work, it was difficult for me and my HR team to justify to our General...

Employee or Independent Contractor? That is the Question!

On 13 August 2018

Understand the difference between employees and independent contractors. An independent contractor is someone who is independently in business for themselves. The employer does not control the worker but only controls...

HR Compliance: Reporting new employees

On 7 August 2018

All California employers must report new or rehired employees who work in California within 20 days of their start-of-work date. California’s new hire reporting program requires employers to submit the necessary...