Running background checks on independent contractors vs. employees
It makes sense to check on the qualifications of an independent contractor just as you would an employee, right?
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August 11, 2019
August 4, 2019
Legalization of marijuana compels employer policy considerations
Marijuana use legalization continues to sweep across the United States. Michigan adopted recreational marijuana use late in 2018, and the state is awaiting commercial licensing approval for the sale of marijuana.
August 2, 2019
Are you doing organizational network analysis?
How difficult is it to find that employee who enhances the performance of others in the organization?
August 1, 2019
Ask the HR Expert
If a drug test comes back “negative dilute” does that mean it is negative?
July 26, 2019
2019 healthcare insurance benefits survey results released
How does your organization’s healthcare benefits compare to other Michigan employers?
July 25, 2019
Most common employee handbook mistakes
While the office is a little quieter due to heavier vacation schedules, this is a great time of year to tackle that handbook update project before things get busy again in the fall.
July 18, 2019
Culture beats salary
A new survey by Glassdoor shows that more than three-quarters (77%) of adults would consider a company's culture before applying for a job there, and well over half (56%) say company culture is more important …
July 10, 2019
An HR dilemma – Hygiene in the workplace
Bad news for consumer product suppliers, it appears that deodorant use is declining in the United States.
July 8, 2019
Workers want more training and talent development
New research published by City & Guilds Group revealed that U.S. employees have a strong appetite for training, but there is a lack of accessible, engaging, and personalized learning and development (L&D) activity at work.
July 3, 2019
Overtime pay calculation – are you doing it correctly?
To calculate overtime pay for non-exempt hourly employees correctly, one should first determine a few things.
July 1, 2019
Employers – ensure your grooming policies aren’t discriminatory
By Kristen Cifolelli, courtesy SBAM Approved Partner ASE Most employers have policies that outline requirements regarding dress and appearance. These can range from business vs. casual dress, if body piercings […]
June 27, 2019
How does an aging workforce affect the economy?
By Anthony Kaylin, courtesy SBAM Approved partner ASE Not retiring appears to be a bad thing in the eyes of younger workers. An Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research […]
June 24, 2019
Employee accountability is key to success
Holding both leaders and employees accountable is one of the biggest challenges in the workplace.
June 21, 2019
Student loan help is more important than 401k contributions for younger workers
It seems like a never-ending quest for employers to figure out what young workers are looking for and what they value.
June 17, 2019
Ask the HR Expert
I left a job that was toxic. What is the best response I can give on an interview when asked about it?
June 17, 2019
Summer Fridays – All play no work?
By Heather Nezich, courtesy SBAM Approved Partner ASE 55% percent of organizations in North America will offer their employees “Summer Fridays” this year, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. […]
June 7, 2019
Why they quit you
A recent study by Payscale entitled Why They Quit You shows the top reason employees leave their job is a bigger paycheck.
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