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new CEO keeps talking about diet and exercise, coworker asks me to cover for him when he’s not really off, and more

Ask a Manager

This post, new CEO keeps talking about diet and exercise, coworker asks me to cover for him when he’s not really off, and more , was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. For example, in our holiday employee communication, he wished everyone a happy holiday and then encouraged us to get some exercise. Here we go… 1.

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Your temporary workers can probably sue you for discrimination

The Employer Handbook

Last week, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals daintily dabbed the Cheez Whiz from their cheeseteak holes and voted provolone out of Philadelphia took up the issue of whether a company with which a staffing company places temporary workers can be sued for discrimination. In a word, yes. It’s a control test. Tuesday Morning, Inc.

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18 Must-Have Onboarding Documents (+ Free Templates)

Analytics in HR

Importantly for HR, gathering emergency contact information is not a ‘one-and-done’ exercise. A strong EEO statement should clearly articulate your company’s stance against discrimination based on factors like race, gender, religion, or disability. GET TEMPLATE 7.

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Helping Managers Understand and Address Stress

DecisionWise

As my supervisor and I were talking about what could be done to address my stress, I brought up exercise. Address harassment and discrimination?issues?quickly Worker safety, discrimination, and diversity are topics that extend beyond the scope of this?article. staffing and outsourcing options.? Tips for Managers.

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we have to share our feelings on a color-coded scale, how to demote someone, and more

Ask a Manager

This has been explained as a trust-building exercise. We’re told that this exercise is meant to allow us to bring our whole selves to work , but what about when your “whole self” is in much more pain than other people? We are short-staffed and need to hire more people regardless.

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Joint Employment and the FMLA: Which Employer is Responsible?

HR Daily Advisor

When a staffing agency and a client both exercise control over an employee, the staffing agency is usually considered the primary employer for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) purposes, according to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). As one recent court decision shows, however, that’s not always the case. The 4th U.S.

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Key Human Resources (HR) Pillars: Your 101 Guide

Analytics in HR

HR drives and provides oversight to these functions, which include: Workforce strategy : HR should drive a company’s workforce strategic plan , which includes assessing staffing needs, both in numbers and skills, maintaining competitive pay and benefits, supporting the performance management and career development process.