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Wellbeing is having a moment. Mental health, resilience, and burnout alleviation are among today’s top healthcare HR focuses, according to sweeping research that professional services firm AON released in December, which pulses benefits trends across 160 U.S. health systems and more than 3.3 million employees. But it’s no small feat to cultivate a shared sense of […]
While federal law is generally silent on the issue of shift changes and shift scheduling, more and more states and municipalities are enacting predictive scheduling laws to give shift workers more flexibility and schedule security. Federal Law Remains Mostly Silent The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) generally does not require employers to give advance notice to […]
Kicking off an onboarding process that works is all about giving new hires a head start before they even show up. It’s not just paperwork; it’s their first taste of what it’s like to be part of your team. From the first steps to getting them fully settled into their new role, we’ll dive into […]
Did you know that according to a study by Socialcast, 69% of employees would work harder if they felt like their company better appreciated their efforts? It’s inherent in human nature to appreciate rewards and praise when one excels, whether it comes from the company, a manager, or a coach. This not only boosts individual […]
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) released a final rule—going into effect beginning March 11—that will determine whether a worker can be classified as an independent contractor as opposed to an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The 2024 rule modifies regulations by adopting […]
Employers already spend more on healthcare than anything else aside from salaries – and cancer makes up the largest portion of those healthcare costs. Today, cancer costs account for nearly 3% of U.S. GDP. That is almost as much as the U.S. spends on defense. The American Cancer Society recently released its annual Facts & […]
Organizations often deploy various strategies like corporate retreats, training programs, and performance incentives to embed their company’s core values and create a strong organizational culture. Despite the effort and resources spent, many companies still grapple with weak or unevenly adopted cultures. The missing piece in this puzzle is a profound understanding of how employees are […]
Deferred action is a streamlined and expedited tool that can shield vulnerable migrant and immigrant workers from threats of deportation for reporting unsafe or exploitative employers. Employers taking advantage of risky work conditions need to be on notice of these new protections. Temporary Protection and Employment Authorization The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced […]
In this week’s HR Query, Amanda Hahn, Chief Marketing Officer at HireVue, and Greg Lewis, Career Advisor at University of Phoenix, share key tips from the hiring experts at HireVue and career advisors at the University of Phoenix on ways to demonstrate confidence and taking control of the interview process. How to demonstrate confidence in […]
Since the COVID-19 pandemic pushed people out of the office and precipitated a generational rethinking about the nature of work and its place in our lives, companies and their employees are suffering through an increasingly antagonistic relationship. According to one analysis, approximately half of Americans are unhappy in their jobs, while 83 percent of people […]