Monthly Archives: October 2010

3 Workplace Guidelines for the Upcoming Election

Here are three critical points employers need to know regarding legal voting rights and political activities in the workplace in terms of the upcoming election. 1. Voting. In Ohio, employers cannot fire or threaten to fire an employee for taking … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Prevent Office Politics

Election time is well underway and office politics may be brewing in your organization. Different views, beliefs, and stances on issues pervade our workplaces – not only in regards to political issues, but also on organizational and workplace issues that affect … Continue reading

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4 Legal and Employee Issues to Consider for Holiday Functions

The upcoming Halloween holiday (and other emerging holidays) brings to light a few critical legal and employee concerns that every HR professional needs to be aware of for their organizations. What may appear to be innocent office decorations, attire, conversations, … Continue reading

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20 Common HR Metrics & Their Formulas

How often does your HR department measure its effectiveness? HR metrics and measurements can be powerful in showing us areas where we could improve and better meet the needs of our organization and its employees. They can also help provide … Continue reading

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4 Critical Points to Communicate about Health Benefits

Open-enrollment period is upon many organizations, and with the complexities of health care reform, increasing costs, and employees relying on employers to educate them on how these matters impact them, having a well-developed communication strategy for your open-enrollment period can … Continue reading

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