Employee handbooks might seem like just another piece of HR paperwork, but they are foundational to effective business management. Despite there being no legal requirement to maintain a handbook, the practical benefits—from clarifying job roles to establishing workplace norms—cannot be overstressed. Legal Essentials and Practical Benefits While handbooks are not mandated by law, […]
Dive into the essentials of creating employee handbooks with Jodi Schafer in the December edition of HR Hot Topics. Discover why these documents are more than just a formal requirement—they’re a cornerstone for compliance and management within your business. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a large team, this session is packed […]
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. As businesses prepare for new financial challenges, including Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act, understanding how to create and manage effective compensation structures becomes essential. This episode offers […]
Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, staying informed is not just beneficial—it’s necessary. This month’s HR Hot Topics focuses on a significant legislative change in Michigan that could affect every employer in the state: the new Earned Sick Time Act. With the Michigan Supreme Court’s recent decision, it’s crucial for businesses to […]
Join host Jodi Schafer in the September edition of HR Hot Topics as we delve into Michigan’s newly affirmed Earned Sick Time Act. This episode provides an essential guide to understanding the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision, its impact on businesses, and how employers need to prepare before the law’s effective date in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]