Working remotely—a growing trend in its own right—has abruptly become a new norm for workers around the world in 2020. Those who have the option to … Read more
Top 5 COVID-19 Litigation Risks for Employers: Is Your Company Prepared?
Despite the best of intentions to comply with the myriad of laws, orders and recommendations and to “do right” by employees while dealing with the current … Read more
HR Famous Podcast: Return to Work and COVID Preparedness with Ed Baldwin, Head of HR for M…
In episode 16 of The HR Famous Podcast, long-time HR leader Kris Dunn speaks with the Head of HR for Mikron Ed Baldwin for a continuation discussion about … Read more
Department of Labor Issues Guidance on WARN Act Notices for Plant Closings and Mass Layoff…
The Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued guidelines on the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act as a result of … Read more
What Making a Mask Taught Me About the Stages of Grief
I made a mask today. It was hard, and not just because I’m not crafty, but because of the emotional turmoil it represented. For more than a week, I … Read more
More Than a Diversity Quota: How HR Can Foster Real Inclusivity at Work
With most workers physically disconnected from the office and working remotely due to COVID-19, creating a culture of inclusion –– where employees feel … Read more
The CARES Act Unlocks the Potential of Student Loan Repayment Programs
While higher education is typically required for obtaining many forms of employment, employees often struggle for years to repay the astronomically high … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Pandemic Inspires Investors to Focus on HR Automation
As the pandemic and its impact continue to squeeze the economy, investors aren’t sitting on the sideline. In fact, as record unemployment continues … Read more
10 Companies Using Employee Benefits to Support Their Workforce During COVID-19
First-time claims for unemployment benefits are the highest they have been since 1934. As of April 23rd, more than 33 million Americans are … Read more
Right Now Is the Perfect Opportunity to Grow This Critical Leadership Skill
What’s the biggest predictor of leadership success? It’s not having a world-changing vision or a brilliant new idea. It’s emotional … Read more