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Employee-sponsored Super Bowl pools are illegal

On 11 January 2015

Many companies allow their employees to participate in Super Bowl pools. Whether amongst a few workers or with the entire company, many employees get involved with Super Bowl pools in the workplace. These pools, after...

Employee recognition & motivation

On 5 January 2015

Happy employees make for happy clients and/or guests. The happier your employees are, the better they are going to interact with all of the clients that they encounter. Because of this, maintaining a roster of happy...

What are your HR New Year’s resolutions?

On 27 December 2014

Prepare your 2015 goals. Do you have any new goals that you would like to accomplish next year? New systems you want to put into effect? With this year coming to an end, it’s important to reflect back on all your past...

Return to work: Doctor’s release

On 21 December 2014

Sick Time. The number of employees who take sick leaves steadily increases during this time of year. While missing employees can affect your business operations, it’s important to ensure your employees are staying...

Choices for paid holidays

On 14 December 2014

If you offer paid holidays, consider eliminating “Christmas Day” specifically, and allow your employees to “choose their designated winter holiday,” such as Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa instead. Offer your employees...

Terminations and separation & release document

On 7 December 2014

A termination should never be a surprise. Although your employees are your most valuable assets, at times you may need to sever the employment relationship. By coaching and counseling your employees through progressive...

New laws for 2015 – we are “at your service”

On 30 November 2014

Be aware of the new employment laws for next year. With the start of a new year, 2015 brings us a number of new employment laws, including: Mandatory Paid Sick Leave Law (effective July 1, 2015), wage & hour laws...

Safety during holiday parties

On 22 November 2014

Holiday parties are a great way to recognize and thank your employees for their efforts. A company is nothing without its employees and with the holidays just around the corner, take the opportunity to celebrate your...

Employee engagement surveys

On 17 November 2014

Engage with your staff by asking for your employees’ feedback. By being involved in the company’s internal operations, employees may have great valuable insights that can help your company succeed. Whether dealing...

Consider an HR integrity hotline

On 10 November 2014

ECG offers a toll free “HR Integrity Hotline” to their clients. Employees are able to contact our office directly to share any employee relations issue they may have. Our HR consultants listen empathetically and...