Welcome to the July edition of HR Hot Topics! As we dive into the heart of summer, many organizations face a surge in time off requests. This month, Jodi Schafer explores essential employee benefits, focusing on time off policies and their impact on small businesses. With insights from the latest Society for Human Resource Management […]
Welcome to the June edition of HR Hot Topics. 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. It’s a topic I spend a lot of time training on because it’s pivotal for both […]
Welcome to the June edition of HR Hot Topics. 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. It’s a topic I spend a lot of time training on because it’s pivotal for both personal […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, staying ahead of regulatory changes is essential for HR professionals and leaders of small to medium-sized businesses. The recent announcements by the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have introduced significant shifts that will impact the way companies manage their workforce. This blog post […]
Welcome to the May edition of HR Hot Topics, your essential guide to the latest in HR regulations and strategies. 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 […]
April may not only bring showers, but also a new rule that will impact employers in Michigan and beyond. The federal Department of Labor (DOL) is on the cusp of finalizing rules that could dramatically alter the landscape of employee compensation and classification. This blog delves into the specifics of these proposed changes, their implications […]
Welcome to April’s edition of HR Hot Topics! 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. This month, we’re keeping an eye on the expected release of the final rule on the earning threshold […]
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. Using recent labor statistics, personal anecdotes, and actionable strategies, Jodi shows how employers can attract older workers by appealing […]
In the face of ongoing labor shortages, businesses are in dire need of innovative solutions. One such underutilized strategy is engaging with the “unretirement” workforce—retirees willing or considering a return to professional life. This blog post, inspired by the March edition of HR Hot Topics with Jodi Schafer, delves into the concept of unretirement and […]
The Department of Labor (DOL) has recently finalized a new rule regarding independent contractors, which may significantly alter the landscape for employers. With an effective date of March 11th, these changes reintroduce additional criteria for determining independent contractor status. Understanding the DOL Changes: Previously, the DOL’s focus was on two main criteria: the […]