Kaylyn is a Writer and HR Consultant. She has an MA in Industrial Psychology and loves helping businesses find innovative solutions to their HR challenges.
Just like financial planning is essential for a business, so is human resource planning (HRP). HRP helps you understand your current employees' skills and use that...
Even with asynchronous work, schedules will likely overlap. This overlap provides valuable opportunities to foster connection and collaboration within the team.
Earned wage access, also known as on-demand pay, is a growing trend where employees can access their earned wages before their regular payday. This benefit can help...
Intermittent leave, which is often taken in small increments rather than full days or weeks, poses a tracking challenge for managers and HR. They need to be meticulous...
Leaders play a crucial role in establishing a culture of accountability within an organization. When leaders demonstrate accountability by honoring their commitments,...
Foster a collaborative environment throughout the PDP process, providing positive reinforcement for good performance. Emphasize the PDP's role in supporting skill...
No-call no-shows are a particularly disruptive form of employee absenteeism where an employee fails to show up for their shift without notifying their employer. This can...
With the rise of remote work and its potential for isolation, we anticipate an increased adoption of EAPs that cater to remote workers and utilize technology to deliver...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for neurodivergent employees. These accommodations may include...
Presenteeism, when employees are at work but not fully productive, can stem from various factors like illness, injury, burnout, or disengagement. Many hesitate to take...
It's crucial for businesses to understand and showcase their value to employees and potential hires. A strong employee value proposition (EVP), which includes...
Succession planning can be affected by bias, particularly affinity or similarity bias, where a leader might favor a candidate who reminds them of themselves. To avoid...
To truly support your workforce, especially those in care and service roles, move beyond annual performance reviews. Implement ongoing performance management that...
Unconscious bias training (UBT) aims to address unintentional biases, but it's crucial to remember that explicit biases also exist. While fostering open discussion,...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law. It requires employers to provide workplace accommodations for people with qualifying medical conditions....
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides protections for a larger portion of the population than many realize. The ADA defines disability broadly, covering...
Creating an inclusive workplace for employees with disabilities is both a moral and legal imperative under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While the ADA...
Sick leave policies are crucial for businesses to support employees during illness. Creating comprehensive policies can be challenging due to legal requirements and...
Different types of time off, like sick leave and vacation, usually have their own policies and procedures. These policies help employees understand how to request time...
Paid parental leave is a valuable employee benefit that can boost recruitment and retention efforts, as it supports the well-being of new parents and aligns with the...
