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Should Employers Rethink Drug Testing Amidst Marijuana Legalization?
While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, 33 states have legalized medical marijuana use and another 10, plus the District of Columbia, have legalized some form of recreational use. It’s a trend that only figures to grow in the coming… continue
8 Secrets to Preparing a Successful Job Description
Developing and maintaining clear, concise and informative job descriptions is a significant part of the recruiting and hiring process.
A good job description not only identifies the key components, qualifications and essential job functions, but it also provides an idea… continue
Vacation Mode: How to Engage Employees with Summer Perks
With the current jobseeker-friendly market, an employer needs to make sure it is in the best position to attract and retain the workforce it wants and needs. Summer perks are a good way for employers to show how much they… continue
Ghosting in the Hiring Process: What It Is and How to Stop It
You have reached out again and again, but there is radio silence on the other end. No phone call, no email, not even a text or a LinkedIn message. The other person has just vanished. You have been officially ghosted.… continue
Is Age Discrimination Coming Out of the Shadows?
Recently there have been some emerging media reports about older workers feeling discriminated against, both during the hiring process and in some high profile layoffs/reorganizations (e.g. IBM) where older workers are being shown the door in favor of younger colleagues… continue
Is the Gig Economy More Myth Than Reality?
The “gig economy” has been called a game changer for the relationship between companies and their employees. The rise of Uber, Lyft, GrubHub and others has drawn a good deal of attention to alternative work arrangements.
But a recent Bureau… continue
Hiring Those With Criminal Backgrounds: Leading the Conversation
Despite the fact that getting a job with a living wage decreases the risk that an individual will commit another crime, society places many barriers to people with criminal records re-entering the workforce.
Many state regulations have occupational licensing requirements… continue
Federal, State AND Local, Oh My! 5 Local Trends Challenging HR
Along with states, municipalities are leading the way in expanding employee rights by enacting various laws to protect workers and expand their rights.
So, if keeping up with state and federal law updates is not challenging enough, employers now find… continue
7 Questions to Consider Before Taking on an Unpaid Intern
As schools let out and the days get hotter, your company may be looking to take on a summer intern.
If you’re looking to have someone perform menial office tasks like stuffing envelopes or making photocopies, then you had better… continue
Top Tips for Addressing Salary History Bans
Among the hottest trends an employer needs to be aware of in the US today is the push for pay equity and the multiple efforts to close the persistent wage gap between men and women. It is essential for employers… continue
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