“Big data” is the latest buzz word entering HR lexicon. I’ve used it myself to explain how the “big data” now possible through strategic, social … Read more
Unlimited Vacation? For a Lot of Companies, This Makes a Lot of Sense
A small but growing number of companies have done away with “fixed-number-of-days” vacation policies, instead giving employees – with the approval of their … Read more
The 4 Critical Questions HR Really Needs to be Asking
Intuit’s Fast Tack blog did a great job summarizing trends and predictions for 2013 based on PwC Saratoga’s 2012/2013 US Human Capital Effectiveness Report … Read more
The Remote Work Advantage, or Why a Big Storm Wasn’t a Big Problem
Sometimes when we hear weather reports we tend to turn a blind eye or ear depending upon your medium. This past weekend in the New York City area, we were … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Are These Really the Best Excuses For Being Late?
Over the years, I’ve heard all sorts of excuses from people late to work — some reasonable, some silly, some infuriating. One of my all-time … Read more
Here’s What Concerns HR and Talent Managers the Most
Editor’s Note: We feature posts from Mark Toth, chief legal officer for Manpower North America, here on TLNT. He recently asked readers to his … Read more
Mexican Vacation Photos on Facebook Foil an Employee’s FMLA Claim
By Eric B. Meyer I have three kids, ages three and under. So a vacation for me is the half hour of quiet time I get in the bathroom every morning. … Read more
The Ultimate in Outsourcing, or HR’s Ultimate Nightmare?
I read a story the other day that made me shake my head and think “there is no limit to human creativity.” The story is about “Bob” — a (nameless) … Read more
How Well Is Your Job Post Doing? New CareerBuilder Tool Can Tell
Quick quiz: Your job postings for customer service reps on average get 28 applications each. Is that good or bad? If you answer is along the lines of “I … Read more
No FMLA Notice? It Means No FMLA Leave
By Eric B Meyer Before going any further, allow me to wish a happy belated 20th birthday to the Family and Medical Leave Act, the FMLA. What can I say? I … Read more