While employers may use arbitration agreements to resolve disputes with employees, it's not a way to avoid accountability entirely. Government agencies can still...
Imposter syndrome hurts workplace performance. Combat it with clear communication, recognizing achievements, and supporting employee growth. This builds confidence and...
Internal recruitment is a great way to find hidden talent within your company, boosting employee morale and saving on hiring costs. However, it requires careful planning...
Acknowledging and appreciating employees who demonstrate honesty, teamwork, and open communication, you reinforce these positive behaviors and inspire others to follow...
Some cultures see disagreement as negative, but it can actually be very helpful. Allowing polite debate and the sharing of ideas helps people think better. There may be...
By Jon Hyman, Esq., Wickens Herzer Panza, Cleveland
When is a last-chance agreement not a “last chance” agreement? When the 6th Circuit reviews it, apparently. In...
Employers should prioritize workplace etiquette training, starting with onboarding new hires and continuing with regular refreshers for all staff. This fosters a...
Even with asynchronous work, schedules will likely overlap. This overlap provides valuable opportunities to foster connection and collaboration within the team.
The way we work has changed! Flexible work arrangements are now a must-have for employees and offer big benefits for employers too. This means more options for when and...
Texas is taking legal action to challenge the new HIPAA privacy rule and the original HIPAA privacy regulations from 2000. They specifically want to invalidate the parts...
Sharing context with employees is a crucial aspect of effective management. While vision, goals, strategies, plans, and feedback are all important, providing context...
Earned wage access, also known as on-demand pay, is a growing trend where employees can access their earned wages before their regular payday. This benefit can help...
The key to successful offboarding is ensuring a smooth transition for the departing employee. If there's a desire to retain the employee, that conversation needs to...
Perspective, asking good questions, and building strong relationships are all vital aspects of effective coaching. Consider which of these aspects resonates most with...
Management by exception is a hands-off style where managers only intervene when employees deviate from standard procedures. It's ideal for individual projects, but some...
A toxic workplace, filled with negativity and poor behavior, creates unhappy employees. In contrast, a positive workplace culture fosters attitudes and actions that lead...
Intermittent leave, which is often taken in small increments rather than full days or weeks, poses a tracking challenge for managers and HR. They need to be meticulous...
Reverse mentoring serves a dual purpose: it facilitates skill development and fosters social connections. By pairing individuals who wouldn't typically collaborate, it...
Malicious compliance, where employees follow rules to the letter but with intent to harm the company, is a red flag for deeper organizational problems. It's often a...
By setting clear expectations from the beginning, a foundation of respect can be built, preventing future conflicts and promoting a healthy working relationship.
