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Policy changes can be emotional events as evidenced by today’s reader note. The new company did not have a telecommuting policy but agreed to keep telecommuters providing they live far enough away. Heck, even a CEO change can lead to dramatic changes in telecommuting policies. MORE
Creating your first relocation policy can feel like being dropped in the middle of a desert with a bag of random tools and no map. Technology Relocation Policy HR MORE
With the rise of the #MeToo movement, companies across industries and of every size are taking a closer look at their policies and training against harassment, of all forms, to determine whether changes need to be made. So, why include this obligation in a harassment policy? MORE
I recently had the chance to hear about how Kronos rolled out their open time off policy and I thought you would find it interesting. Both from the standpoint of the policy itself but also because of the challenges they experienced and how they addressed them. Internal research discovered one of the hurdles to attracting talent was their vacation policy. myTime: An “Open” Vacation Policy. Basically, it’s an “open” (aka unlimited) vacation policy. MORE
The second set aside a 13 year-old standard governing whether facially neutral workplace rules and policies interfered with protected worker rights. Employee Handbook & Policies Legal - Compliance & Policies National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) & Board (NLRB) Featured legal issues MORE
In this seasonal scramble, having effective corporate policies in place can help reduce confusion and alleviate some of the pressure. Here are four tips to keep in mind when thinking about your corporate holiday policies. MORE
And two current employment trends are putting additional pressure on employers to take a closer look at their current parental leave policies: Employees want better work-life balance as they seek a higher quality of life. The post How does your parental leave policy stack up? MORE
Is your workplace ready to adopt an Infants-At-Work policy? It's a new policy the organization with 45 full-time employees implemented just last month. So far, the overall response to the policy has been positive. MORE
A good friend of mine is particular about where he works—but his deal breakers aren't the usual suspects, like a generous vacation policy, flexible hours, gym stipends or free lunch. Corporate Policy vs. Public Opinion. Talent Management Talent Management Drug Policy MORE
Exploring the Overtime Policy Piece. Whenever a change in the law could affect how employees are paid and classified, we have to look at how it impacts the two most important pieces of our organizational culture: people and policy. Additional Policy Considerations. MORE
Like ghost and goblins, phantom policies may be creeping about in your organization [que evil laugh] Bwahahaha! Phantom policies are undocumented and not widely known rules or expectations. I don’t mean to frighten anyone. There may be phantoms lurking about your halls. MORE
While this time of year is filled with cheer and celebration, it’s also important to make sure your company’s policies reflect fairness, equality and safety. Tip #2: Make sure your policies work with diverse religious beliefs. Blog HR Policies‘Tis the season! MORE
And the most promising solution is an effective cell phone policy. But while creating an employee cell phone policy , there is a need to strike a balance – accepting when it should be allowed or completely restricted. A poor version of the policy can compromise productivity. To a large extent, some employers want to believe they have sold their policy rights to the need for personal cell phones at work to increase communication, mostly with the remote workers. MORE
According to the EEOC’s lawsuit, Family HealthCare used its rigid leave policies and practices as justification to deny reasonable accommodations to disabled and/or pregnant employees. And, the company will be reporting to the EEOC on its policies for three years. MORE
I should be happy because five clients are taking a “no a **e” policy seriously. Fully realizing that I may be shooting myself in the foot, I feel the need to say this: if you need to be trained on how to be decent in the workplace, Lord help you. While I’m a COO now, I have been training my entire career and still do as a regular part of my job. I love everything about training. MORE
Vacation, sick time, personal days—it's enough to make your head spin when you're trying to come up with a perfect paid time off (PTO) policy for your company. While there isn't a "perfect" solution that all businesses should adopt, there are some guidelines that will help you make the best PTO policy for your business. Unlimited PTO Some businesses—most notably Netflix—have adopted an unlimited vacation day policy. MORE
Now that it’s February and all the new year’s articles are out about updates to policy manuals, I am here to remind you that policies are pretty much worthless. But policies don’t change anything. Update your policies all you want. DefiantWork Stop Discriminating Update Policy Manuals Updated PoliciesStop Discriminating! MORE
Bring Your Own Device Employee Handbook & Policies Onboarding Virtual & Remote FeaturedIn the space of just a few years, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has transformed from an irregular practice to an integral part of the modern workplace. MORE
Policy manuals have been a topic of contention for years. Then there are those organizations who have a policy for everything. I can tell you from experience that HR is not writing all of your organization’s policies. We’d love nothing more than not needing a policy manual. MORE
We’ve all heard that safety is the best policy. But when it comes time to actually put your safety policy on paper, where do you begin? Below we’ve outlined how to draft and communicate your first workplace safety policy. MORE
With the race to attract and retain employees as competitive as ever, companies have learned that great talent knows no borders. Talent Recruiting Employee Engagement MORE
Note: Most employers today that are offering a voluntary parental leave policy do not differentiate which parent takes the leave (with the exception of pregnancy-related leave). The post Parental Leave Policy Options appeared first on HR Daily Advisor. MORE
The Department of Labor this morning announced it was pulling back from two Obama-era policies regarding the classification of independent contractors and joint employer liability. MORE
Zero-tolerance drug policy. The company had a zero-tolerance drug policy. That, combined with its zero-tolerance drug policy, should be enough for the company to rescind the job offer. This case demonstrates the potential pitfalls of zero-tolerance policies for companies in states with legalized medical marijuana. In these states, employers can’t rely on federal laws to defend their policies. MORE
And when new policies go into effect, it can be tough to get everyone through the transition stress-free. KnowTechie , a business and technology blog, shared some pointers on how to get your employees on board with major policy changes. Nobody likes change. MORE
Global companies find that the right Policy Management software helps them solve a glaring issue: The multitude of inconsistent policy documents and terms that can spring up as they grow. Policy Management is obviously a key challenge for a company of such size and scope. MORE
Simply creating policy and procedure documents on Microsoft Word and publishing them as PDFs isn’t enough. Policy and procedure documents are a reference guide for the whole organization – they need to not only be helpful, but also be maintained. . MORE
And, some employers may even offer unlimited PTO policies. Have you considered creating an unlimited PTO policy for your employees? What is an unlimited PTO policy? Companies that offer PTO or vacation time to employees have the option of providing unlimited PTO policies. MORE
It will also make business decisions and policies much easier. By applying this transparency to company policies and perks, we’ve seen these benefits. With that in mind, here are four ways you can integrate transparency into your company policies, traditions, and office perks. MORE
Legal - Compliance & Policies Vacation, PTO, Sick Days & Holidays Featured legal issues parental leaveMinnesota might not stand out as a trendsetter (plaid shirts aside), but three cities have recently jumped on the national trend of paid sick leave laws. MORE
Anywhere, USA – This morning we got word that someone in HR created a policy. We’re not sure what the policy was as of the time of this report; however, we were assured by our sources that it was “highly necessary” for the business to continue functioning. MORE
One of the criticisms leveled against Netflix’s policy here is that it doesn’t cover some (or all) employees in its DVD distribution and customer service groups. MORE
However, most of these companies lack established policies for their remote workers. The study’s findings also revealed the importance of establishing a policy for remote workers in today’s workforce. Here’s why you need an established policy for your remote workers. MORE
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Ultimate Software
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
With the rise of the #MeToo movement, companies across industries and of every size are taking a closer look at their policies and training against harassment, of all forms, to determine whether changes need to be made. So, why include this obligation in a harassment policy?
UpstartHR
DECEMBER 17, 2014
Anywhere, USA – This morning we got word that someone in HR created a policy. We’re not sure what the policy was as of the time of this report; however, we were assured by our sources that it was “highly necessary” for the business to continue functioning.
HR Bartender
JULY 31, 2016
Policy changes can be emotional events as evidenced by today’s reader note. The new company did not have a telecommuting policy but agreed to keep telecommuters providing they live far enough away. Heck, even a CEO change can lead to dramatic changes in telecommuting policies.
PeopleStrategy
DECEMBER 5, 2017
In this seasonal scramble, having effective corporate policies in place can help reduce confusion and alleviate some of the pressure. Here are four tips to keep in mind when thinking about your corporate holiday policies.
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and policies - and HR has to support all of them. policies like benefits, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. It’s a heavy burden to keep track of policies manually - and. of policy changes made to comply with changing laws. requirements and company policy.
Cornerstone On Demand
SEPTEMBER 24, 2017
Vacation, sick time, personal days—it's enough to make your head spin when you're trying to come up with a perfect paid time off (PTO) policy for your company. While there isn't a "perfect" solution that all businesses should adopt, there are some guidelines that will help you make the best PTO policy for your business. Unlimited PTO Some businesses—most notably Netflix—have adopted an unlimited vacation day policy.
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HR Bartender
MAY 1, 2018
I recently had the chance to hear about how Kronos rolled out their open time off policy and I thought you would find it interesting. Both from the standpoint of the policy itself but also because of the challenges they experienced and how they addressed them. Internal research discovered one of the hurdles to attracting talent was their vacation policy. myTime: An “Open” Vacation Policy. Basically, it’s an “open” (aka unlimited) vacation policy.
HR Daily Advisor
JULY 5, 2018
Note: Most employers today that are offering a voluntary parental leave policy do not differentiate which parent takes the leave (with the exception of pregnancy-related leave). The post Parental Leave Policy Options appeared first on HR Daily Advisor.
PerformanceICreate
JANUARY 23, 2019
I should be happy because five clients are taking a “no a **e” policy seriously. Fully realizing that I may be shooting myself in the foot, I feel the need to say this: if you need to be trained on how to be decent in the workplace, Lord help you. While I’m a COO now, I have been training my entire career and still do as a regular part of my job. I love everything about training.
PeopleStrategy
DECEMBER 18, 2017
While this time of year is filled with cheer and celebration, it’s also important to make sure your company’s policies reflect fairness, equality and safety. Tip #2: Make sure your policies work with diverse religious beliefs. Blog HR Policies‘Tis the season!
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Pay Policies 7. Your policies tell executives and managers how certain compensation-related transactions should take. Written guidelines or policies ensure the compensation plan is carried out as intended and, more. This is your crash course in the compensation. language.
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PerformanceICreate
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Now that it’s February and all the new year’s articles are out about updates to policy manuals, I am here to remind you that policies are pretty much worthless. But policies don’t change anything. Update your policies all you want. DefiantWork Stop Discriminating Update Policy Manuals Updated PoliciesStop Discriminating!
PeopleStrategy
MAY 24, 2018
And two current employment trends are putting additional pressure on employers to take a closer look at their current parental leave policies: Employees want better work-life balance as they seek a higher quality of life. The post How does your parental leave policy stack up?
UrbanBound HR
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Creating your first relocation policy can feel like being dropped in the middle of a desert with a bag of random tools and no map. Technology Relocation Policy HR
Mitratech
DECEMBER 10, 2018
Global companies find that the right Policy Management software helps them solve a glaring issue: The multitude of inconsistent policy documents and terms that can spring up as they grow. Policy Management is obviously a key challenge for a company of such size and scope.
Speaker: Kirsten Goulde SHRM-SCP, M.S., Principal, K. Goulde & Associates,
Update your social media policies and practices – use social media to your company’s advantage without running afoul of labor laws.
Cornerstone On Demand
JUNE 10, 2015
A good friend of mine is particular about where he works—but his deal breakers aren't the usual suspects, like a generous vacation policy, flexible hours, gym stipends or free lunch. Corporate Policy vs. Public Opinion. Talent Management Talent Management Drug Policy
Something Different
AUGUST 11, 2015
One of the criticisms leveled against Netflix’s policy here is that it doesn’t cover some (or all) employees in its DVD distribution and customer service groups.
HR Bartender
JULY 19, 2016
Exploring the Overtime Policy Piece. Whenever a change in the law could affect how employees are paid and classified, we have to look at how it impacts the two most important pieces of our organizational culture: people and policy. Additional Policy Considerations.
TLNT: The Business of HR
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Bring Your Own Device Employee Handbook & Policies Onboarding Virtual & Remote FeaturedIn the space of just a few years, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has transformed from an irregular practice to an integral part of the modern workplace.
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market value for the job Update Policies Ensure that the comp plan is carried out as intended Clarify Processes Provide tactical steps for the organization to follow We’ll work through all of these as we move through this ebook. policy for handling outliers.
Namely
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
We’ve all heard that safety is the best policy. But when it comes time to actually put your safety policy on paper, where do you begin? Below we’ve outlined how to draft and communicate your first workplace safety policy.
Namely
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
With the race to attract and retain employees as competitive as ever, companies have learned that great talent knows no borders. Talent Recruiting Employee Engagement
Workplace Diva
JANUARY 11, 2019
Is your workplace ready to adopt an Infants-At-Work policy? It's a new policy the organization with 45 full-time employees implemented just last month. So far, the overall response to the policy has been positive.
HR Ringleader
DECEMBER 18, 2014
Policy manuals have been a topic of contention for years. Then there are those organizations who have a policy for everything. I can tell you from experience that HR is not writing all of your organization’s policies. We’d love nothing more than not needing a policy manual.
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
It will also make business decisions and policies much easier. By applying this transparency to company policies and perks, we’ve seen these benefits. With that in mind, here are four ways you can integrate transparency into your company policies, traditions, and office perks.
HR Morning
DECEMBER 20, 2018
According to the EEOC’s lawsuit, Family HealthCare used its rigid leave policies and practices as justification to deny reasonable accommodations to disabled and/or pregnant employees. And, the company will be reporting to the EEOC on its policies for three years.
TLNT: The Business of HR
JUNE 7, 2017
The Department of Labor this morning announced it was pulling back from two Obama-era policies regarding the classification of independent contractors and joint employer liability.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 22, 2018
However, most of these companies lack established policies for their remote workers. The study’s findings also revealed the importance of establishing a policy for remote workers in today’s workforce. Here’s why you need an established policy for your remote workers.
TLNT: The Business of HR
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Legal - Compliance & Policies Vacation, PTO, Sick Days & Holidays Featured legal issues parental leaveMinnesota might not stand out as a trendsetter (plaid shirts aside), but three cities have recently jumped on the national trend of paid sick leave laws.
HR Morning
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Zero-tolerance drug policy. The company had a zero-tolerance drug policy. That, combined with its zero-tolerance drug policy, should be enough for the company to rescind the job offer. This case demonstrates the potential pitfalls of zero-tolerance policies for companies in states with legalized medical marijuana. In these states, employers can’t rely on federal laws to defend their policies.
360 factors
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Simply creating policy and procedure documents on Microsoft Word and publishing them as PDFs isn’t enough. Policy and procedure documents are a reference guide for the whole organization – they need to not only be helpful, but also be maintained. .
HR Morning
AUGUST 2, 2018
And when new policies go into effect, it can be tough to get everyone through the transition stress-free. KnowTechie , a business and technology blog, shared some pointers on how to get your employees on board with major policy changes. Nobody likes change.
HR C-Suite
OCTOBER 27, 2016
Like ghost and goblins, phantom policies may be creeping about in your organization [que evil laugh] Bwahahaha! Phantom policies are undocumented and not widely known rules or expectations. I don’t mean to frighten anyone. There may be phantoms lurking about your halls.
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 14, 2017
The second set aside a 13 year-old standard governing whether facially neutral workplace rules and policies interfered with protected worker rights. Employee Handbook & Policies Legal - Compliance & Policies National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) & Board (NLRB) Featured legal issues
HR Digest
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
And the most promising solution is an effective cell phone policy. But while creating an employee cell phone policy , there is a need to strike a balance – accepting when it should be allowed or completely restricted. A poor version of the policy can compromise productivity. To a large extent, some employers want to believe they have sold their policy rights to the need for personal cell phones at work to increase communication, mostly with the remote workers.
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