Unexpected sources of productivity
Spending time surfing the Web can actually make people more productive.
Culture and retention in the workplace
Companies should focus on culture, but realize that most employees are concerned principally with salary once they begin choosing which company to work for.
Ageism in the workplace
Age discrimination can be difficult to prove, but companies that flagrantly disregard the rules are setting themselves up for a lawsuit.
Independent Contractor rules to be changed by NLRB
The rules for classifying independent contractors (IC) per the National Labor Relations Board have changed, according to HR Morning.
Addressing workplace discrimination
Today’s workforce is very diverse. Not only is it made up of individuals with different skillsets and areas of expertise, but there is also a multi-generational dynamic and other factors that contribute to a number of organizations being more unique than ever before and making workforce management practices tricky.
Educating workers about their benefits increases motivation
Teaching employees about their benefits during the open enrollment season and beyond is a great way to boost workplace satisfaction, according to the Society for Human Resources Management.
Seasonal recruiting begins for the holidays
Seasonal hiring is beginning to pick up.
Ebola and the workplace
Even though there is only a minimal chance of catching the Ebola virus in the U.S., companies in the healthcare industry should still take caution.
Outsourcing and hiring independent contractors
Outsourcing doesn’t always guarantee reduced costs, but when successful, it does create savings. Those who seek to save money by hiring contractors should be wary that these workers aren’t really employees, which carries a special penalty.
An important new mindset when thinking about the ACA
Patients are changing the way they relate to the Affordable Care Act, according to a recent study by Forrester.