By Carmon M. Harvey When dearly departed Chris Farley made fun of his weight, it was hilarious and worth millions at the box office. But for employers with … Read more
What Would a Government Default Mean For Employers?
By Michael J. Lotito What was once considered unthinkable is now becoming more of a possibility. Although the U.S. Senate is reportedly working on a … Read more
Do We Have a Government Shutdown or a Leadership Slowdown?
This history of the United States is full of leadership lessons — many great moments, and many what-not-to-do moments. We’re in the midst of one of … Read more
Why the Government Shutdown is a Great Recruiting Opportunity
It’s hard to miss the troubling news about the “government shutdown” and the “debt default crisis,” but what has not received a lot of press attention is … Read more
EEOC Ordered to Pay $750,000 For Overzealous Prosecution Tactics
Back in 2011, a federal judge ordered the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to reimburse the staffing company, PeopleMark, for over $750,000 … Read more
Boss’s Day Survey Finds How Workers Really Feel About Their Managers
Did you know that this coming Wednesday — October 16 — is National Boss’s Day in the U.S. and Canada? Well, I didn’t either, and … Read more
How Much Does Job Experience Really Matter, Anyway?
I’ve hired and managed a lot of people, and I always considered the experience of the candidate when making hiring decisions. I have also been on the … Read more
Shutdown or No, House Committee Debates What Is a Full-Time Employee
By Ilyse Wolens Schuman While the federal government remained on shutdown mode, the House Small Business Committee, Subcommittee on Health and Technology … Read more
HR Technology 2013: Back in Vegas – Again! – For Bill Kutik’s Swan Song
I’ve got a lot of things percolating in my brain in the wake of this week’s 16th annual HR Technology Conference & Exhibitionin Las Vegas. … Read more
Court Finds Maryland Law Prohibits Alcohol Breath Tests of Employees
By Katherine A. Goetzl Last month, a federal court in Maryland ruled that the state drug and alcohol testing statute does not permit employers to conduct … Read more