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HR Hot Topics – March, 2024: Appealing to ‘Unretired’ Older Workers

Join Jodi Schafer in this month’s episode of HR Hot Topics as she delves into a novel approach to the labor shortage crisis—unretirement. This focuses on creative strategies for re-engaging retirees in the workforce.

HR Hot Topics - February, 2024: DOL Updates Independent Contractor Rule

Welcome to the February edition of HR Hot Topics! In this episode, host Jodi Schafer provides an update on the Department of Labor’s recent reinterpretation of the independent contractor rule.

HR Hot Topics – January, 2024: Benefit To-Do's in New Plan Year

Welcome to HR Hot Topics January 2024! Join Jodi Schafer and HRM’s newest team member, Gin Gibson, an expert in employee benefits, as they delve into important HR subjects.

HR Hot Topics – December, 2023: Handbook Updates Based on Recent NLRB Ruling

Welcome to the final edition of HR Hot Topics for 2023! Join Jodi Schafer as she guides us through an insightful discussion on the crucial updates in HR policies and handbooks, prompted by recent decisions from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

 

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Attracting Qualified Candidates

QUESTION: Like many employers in this job market, we are struggling to recruit new staff. We have many positions unfilled at all levels of the company. What are some new strategies we might try to stand out from our competitors and attract qualified candidates?   ANSWER:  You are right. It is a tight labor market right now. The “great resignation” ...
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Resolving Conflict Between Employees

QUESTION: We have an employee that supports several of our staff and her communication style and approach can sometimes be abrasive. As a result, her co-workers either avoid interaction all together or they disagree, sometimes by arguing in the office. Neither of these responses are productive and are negatively impacting employees, and more concerning, are starting to be visible to ...
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Access to Confidential Employee Data

QUESTION: We have an employee who gained access to confidential employee information. How should we respond to the employee and prevent this from happening again?   ANSWER:  When thinking about data security, we often think about protecting customer or patient data, including adhering to HIPAA or FERPA regulations, depending on the industry. Businesses sometimes don’t put enough emphasis on also ...
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The Power of Stay Interviews

QUESTION: I am trying to fill a position and am not having a lot of luck. When I talk to my colleagues, it seems I am not alone in my recruiting struggle. While I’m trying to work every angle, the clock is ticking.  My team is doing more with less and I can see the signs of burnout all around ...
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Holiday Celebrations When Employees are Remote

QUESTION:  I am at a loss for how to celebrate the holidays with my remote staff. I used to invite the team over to my house for dinner, drinks, and some holiday cheer. It’s something we all looked forward to, but now we have several remote staff who live far away. Do you have any suggestions for how I could ...
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Navigating a Crisis with your Humanity, Sanity, and Team Still Intact

Question:  In addition to the COVID 19 pandemic, there seems to be many crises that have impacted our business. We are unsure how to respond to these and balance the employee needs as well as our business requirements. Can you help guide us?   Answer:  No one is “ready” for a crisis, and we all dread them. The crisis may ...
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