Monster is a big winner Thursday on Wall Street; its stock up more than 16 percent at one point after reporting earnings that were double what analysts … Read more
5 Takeaways from EEOC’s Guidance on Use of Criminal Background Checks
By Eric B. Meyer Yesterday, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued updated Enforcement Guidance on employer use of arrest and conviction … Read more
Lost Knowledge — What Are You and Your Organization Doing About It?
I watched “60 Minutes” a few weeks ago and one segment really caught my attention. A group of men, most in their late 50’s and early 60’s that had worked … Read more
When It Comes to Interviewing, Are You as Smart as a Kindergartner?
Lately, a lot has been written about the trick questions sometimes used in the interview process. So, let’s have a little fun today. Try your luck on the … Read more
NLRB “Quickie” Union Election Rule Survives U.S. Senate Challenge
By Eric B. Meyer Last week was not so good for the National Labor Relations Board. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit iced a Board rule that … Read more
Happy Administrative Professionals Day: Your Pay Just Jumped 2%
Just in time for Administrative Professionals Day, CompData says salaries for executive assistants, admins, and other office support staff are inching up. … Read more
Oops!! Sorry – We Just Laid Off the Entire Staff via Email
Repeat after me: you should never, ever use email to communicate a major status change to your employees. Or to put it another way, don’t ever even … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Workplace Dress – Is It Wrong to be Casual All the Time?
Way back in early 1994, I was in Honolulu to interview for a job. I showed up in a suit and tie. I got the job, but I never, ever dressed that way during … Read more
A Hostile Work Environment is Unlawful – Even If It Occurs by Mistake
By Eric B. Meyer The Americans with Disabilities Act explicitly forbids discrimination against those who are actually disabled or “regarded as” … Read more
Even a Voluntary Job Demotion Can Lead to a Retaliation Claim
By Eric B. Meyer A maintenance mechanic in Illinois received 28 disciplinary-action forms from his supervisor. Ultimately, he was offered two choices: (1) … Read more