Five Ways to Prevent Workplace Harassment

Today we are discussing the 5 Ways to Prevent Workplace Harassment (0:01) Today we’re going to talk about preventing workplace harassment. Harassment is a form of employment discrimination that may violate federal laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Equal […]...

Six Steps for Avoiding Rejected Job Offers

00:00 Today we are discussing 6 Steps for Avoiding Rejected Job Offers. 00:07 A rejected job offer for a key position can cost your organization thousands of dollars in wasted time and expenses. But rejected offers are not inevitable. 00:19 Creating a great job offer requires research and the ability to sell both the position […]...

Six Tips for Overcoming Workplace Negativity

00:00 Today we are discussing 6 Tips for Overcoming Workplace Negativity 00:06 Employees can lose motivation during periods of layoffs, high turnover, economic downturns and other challenging situations. A negative atmosphere can set in and damage productivity. 00:21 But all is not lost. You can engage and encourage even the most cynical employees with a […]...

Apprenticeship Programs

00:00 Today we are discussing Apprenticeship Programs 00:04 Finding qualified job candidates can be frustrating and time-consuming, especially when you’re searching for skilled workers. But there’s a solution you may not have considered that is sure to bring highly trained employees into your company: An apprenticeship program. 00:19 [Begin Intro] 00:26 Welcome to HR Over […]...

Do’s and Don’ts for ADA Reasonable Accommodations

00:00 Today we are discussing Do’s and Don’ts for ADA Reasonable Accommodations 00:07 The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law in 1990 to prevent discrimination against people with disabilities. In 2008 the law was updated to broaden the definition of disability. Among other things, the law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for […]...

7 Steps to Creating a Mentoring Program

00:00 Today we are discussing the 7 Steps to Creating a Mentoring Program 00:05 Mentoring programs are a great way to build a knowledgeable, productive, workforce. They’ve been shown to boost employee satisfaction and engagement, and to reduce turnover. 00:16 Whether it’s to ease the transition for new hires, or develop skills in longtime employees, […]...

Managing Employees Through Winter Weather

00:00 The science of predicting snowstorms has grown increasingly accurate. Still, meteorologists sometimes get it wrong, warning of “snowmageddons” that never materialize, but whose threatened arrival cause businesses—and even entire cities—to shutter needlessly. So what’s an employer to do when snow is in the forecast? [End Cover Intro] 00:35 There are times when winter weather […]...

Five Childcare Benefits for Working Parents

0:06 Time and again, working parents identify childcare as their top concern. As a manager, you recognize that the benefits you offer have a strong effect on how job candidates view your company. Your ability to attract working parents may come down to whether you offer childcare help as a benefit. 0:41 Indeed, childcare can […]...

Employee Pay During Weather Closures

00:00 In extreme weather, safety concerns, closed roads, and states of emergency might lead you to shutter your business temporarily. But do you have to pay your employees while you’re waiting for the storm to pass? [End Cover Intro] 00:37 Today we’re talking about pay issues for work missed due to bad weather. It’s a […]...

Managing Your Team Through A Crisis

00:05 Managing employees through a corporate crisis is one of the biggest career challenges you can face. Sudden change, uncertainty, and anxiety about the future can take a toll on productivity AND morale. 00:40 Keeping your team motivated during tough times is no easy task. But strong leadership, good communication, and empathy can make all […]...