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20 Examples of Conflicts of Interest at Work

EverFi - HR

These situations occur when an employee could benefit personally from a scenario that also has the potential to negatively impact the company. They can lead to a loss of trust, damage to a company’s reputation, and potentially even legal issues.

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Creating Safe & Respectful Workplace: Dealing with Misconduct

EmployeeConnect

From sexual harassment to bullying and discrimination, misconduct not only harms the victims, but also creates a toxic work environment that can lead to decreased productivity, increased turnover, and damage to the company’s reputation. Misconduct refers to any behaviour that violates the company’s code of conduct or is illegal.

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Conducting an HR Audit – Review, Identify, Improve

CCI Consulting

Conducting an HR audit is a proactive step that organizations take to identify the function’s strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities. Consider an HR audit like a report card, this process allows an organization to evaluate the effectiveness of the policies and procedures conducted by the human resources department.

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Contractor Makes Stupid Mistake At a Client Site – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

It’s important for companies to properly manage a contingent workforce. In my excitement, I sent a note to a friend, who also happens to work for the company. I don’t want the company to think I’m not doing anything but sitting around sending bad emails. Many organizations use contractors and freelancers to get work done.

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7 Top DEI Tools to Create an Inclusive Team

Ongig

Train employees and managers to learn cultural competency, awareness of bias, and inclusive leadership skills. Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations related to DEI. So, this would include things like equal employment opportunity (EEO) statements and affirmative action requirements.

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How to Create an Employee Handbook: 7 Key Components

Extensis

Quick look: A thorough, regularly updated employee handbook can provide clarity to staff, reiterate the company’s culture and values, and protect the organization during conflict. While no law requires organizations to have an employee handbook, maintaining an up-to-date copy is critical to a business’s success.

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Law Firm Staff: Best Employment Practices

Embroker

That’s a massive step in the growth of your law firm. . And as any business owner knows, people are a company’s most important asset. . That means it’s crucial to hire the right people for your law firm staff—and then entice them to stay. . Recruiting Talent for Your Law Firm Staff. Congratulations!