It’s one of the defining issues of our current economic climate: despite a national unemployment rate of 8 percent, it’s still tough for many … Read more
The Six Big “C’s” of Total Rewards
Another year, another Total Rewards conference ended. Also another chance to indulge in my favorite post-conference pastime, looking back and trying to … Read more
The Returning Veteran: 8 Strategies to Ease Their Return to the Workplace
While celebrated upon their return from active duty, veterans pose a variety of challenges for employers when reentering the workforce. Federal laws like … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Employees Don’t Think Much of Their Manager’s Skills
I love people who aren’t afraid to stand up and speak their mind (yes, that means you Laurie Ruettimann). And that’s why this survey of British … Read more
How Benefits Communications Can Help the Fight Against Obesity
The story is getting scarier and scarier with each study. And yet, little is changing. Obesity rates continue to increase for all Americans to the point … Read more
Want to Reduce Productivity? Go to an Open Office Environment
Count me in as one of those who believes the “open” office environment makes it a lot harder to get any real work done. I know that lots of … Read more
How Employers Can Lose a Disability Case in 5 Easy Steps
By Eric B. Meyer What started out well for the employer… On April 29, 2009, Catherine Coffman, an employee of Robert J. Young Company, Inc. (RJY), … Read more
Would Your Company Hire Someone Without a College Degree?
Ah, college. That wonderful place where millions of kids flock annually — and then head home 15 pounds heavier, under-slept, and vaguely hungover. … Read more
Five Employment Law Takeaways From American Idol
Employment law lessons are truly everywhere. Previously on the Employment Blawg, we’ve discussed valuable legal training you can glean from such unexpected … Read more
Yes, Times Have Changed and You Need to Rethink Your Hiring Strategy
Although the April unemployment rate remains hovering above 8 percent nationally, 30 percent of U.S. employers reported in 2011 that they couldn’t fill … Read more