On Friday, November 15th, a Federal Judge in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated the DOLs rule that was set to raise the minimum salary for the “white-collar” overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This ruling means that the salary threshold increase that was scheduled for January…
Employee performance reviews are a critical part of fostering growth and driving success within any organization. Done right, they offer an opportunity to reflect on accomplishments, address challenges, and set the stage for future development. Use this year-end performance review checklist as you prepare for your performance review process.
The Department of Labor (DOL) has been active in issuing rulings that impact how employees are classified and when they are entitled to overtime pay. At the same time, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) quietly issued a final rule that disrupts the long-standing employment practice of non-competition clauses. DOL RAISES OVERTIME SALARY THRESHOLD The DOL…
With the rise of remote work, establishing clear policies and effectively managing remote teams are crucial for productivity and employee satisfaction. A comprehensive remote work policy should include the following key components: By addressing these key components, a remote work policy can help ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance for both employees and the organization.
Small business owners often have a myriad of concerns that can keep them up at night. Some common worries include several HR topics including: HR Topic Tips for Helping You Sleep Hiring and Recruitment: Finding and hiring the right talent is crucial for small businesses to grow. This includes writing job descriptions, posting job ads,…
Conducting HR audits can help organizations evaluate their compliance with employment laws and regulations. From reviewing employee files to assessing HR policies, conducting a thorough audit can ensure your organization meets all legal requirements and minimize costly risks associated with non-compliance. Use this HR Compliance Audit checklist to start your audit today. Then schedule a…
Stay interviews are interviews conducted with current employees to assess their job satisfaction and learn why employees are staying with your company. During stay interviews, we ask employees several questions with the goal of learning both what makes your company a good place to work as well as what improvements could be made to increase…
Employment records must be retained and destroyed in accordance with employment laws. Read on for more information to stay compliant.
Start the new year off right with an HR audit to ensure your HR function is running efficiently and effectively.
The 4th quarter 2021 is upon us. Now is the time to be thinking about some end of year HR items as well as planning for 2022. To avoid being blindsided with PTO and vacation requests in December, remind your employees now to request their remaining time off through the end of the year. Has…