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HR Hot Topics - November 2024: Creating Effective Compensation Structures

Join host Jodi Schafer and Marcia Cornell, HRM’s compensation expert, as they discuss crucial strategies for developing structured compensation plans in this November edition of HR Hot Topics.

HR Hot Topics - October 2024: Navigating Workplace Civility During Election Season

In this October edition of HR Hot Topics, host Jodi Schafer addresses the challenges of maintaining professionalism and civility in the workplace during the election season.

HR Hot Topics - September 2024: Understanding Michigan's New Earned Sick Time Act

Join host Jodi Schafer in the September edition of HR Hot Topics as we delve into Michigan’s newly affirmed Earned Sick Time Act.

HR Hot Topics - August 2024: Understanding Pay Transparency: Navigating New Challenges

In this month’s edition of HR Hot Topics, join host Jodi Schafer as we delve into the increasingly relevant issue of pay transparency in the workplace.

HR Hot Topics - July 2024: Navigating Time Off and Benefits for Small Employers

Welcome to the July edition of HR Hot Topics! I’m Jodi Schafer, and in this episode, we delve into the crucial aspects of employee benefits, focusing on time off policies.

HR Hot Topics - June 2024: Mastering Difficult Conversations: A Guide for Leaders

This month, we’re taking a break from legislative updates to delve into a subject that’s close to my heart and crucial in the HR field: managing difficult conversations effectively.

HR Hot Topics – May 2024: Major Changes Impacting Employers: DOL Earning Thresholds & FTC Noncompete Ban

Join host Jodi Schafer as she dives into the significant changes announced at the federal level by the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that will impact employers nationwide. In this episode

HR Hot Topics - April 2024: Important Announcements that will Impact Employers

Join host Jodi Schafer as we celebrate the 11-year anniversary of her ownership of HRM Services and dive into the latest updates and proposed rule changes impacting employers.

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).

 

HR Hot Topics - November, 2023: Generative AI in the Workplace: Employer Responsibilities

Welcome to this month’s edition of HR Hot Topics with your host, Jodi Schafer. In our latest video, we’re tackling the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR, including an overview of President Biden’s executive order that sets new guidelines for AI.

HR Hot Topics - October, 2023: - Paid Leave and Earning Threshold Changes

Welcome to the October edition of HR Hot Topics! This month, we’re diving deep into two significant pieces of legislation that should have employers of all sizes on their toes.

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