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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Furloughs and Temporary Layoffs

Employers should follow these tips when dealing with temporary layoffs during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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HR Super Hero Shares Successes in Engaging Furloughed and Working Staff While Planning for an Uncertain Future

Date:: May 19, 2021

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, HR professionals have demonstrated their adaptability, resilience and compassion. XpertHR spoke with one leader about his efforts to provide support to furloughed employees, keep teams connected and engaged, and plan for the unexpected.

100+ New Employment Laws Kick in January 1, 2021: Paid Leave, Minimum Wage and Training Top the List

Date:: December 30, 2020

Numerous legislative changes take effect on January 1, 2021, affecting paid leave, minimum wage rates, training, workplace safety and more. HR should take note of these legal developments and take appropriate steps to comply.

California Employers: Prepare Now for January 1 Changes to Family Leave Law, Minimum Wage and More

Date:: November 20, 2020

New state and local employment law requirements will take effect in California on January 1, many of which are bound to have a big impact on employers. Now is the time to review these new developments and ensure your organization is ready to comply.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Conducting Performance Appraisals During the Pandemic

Preparing for 2020/2021 performance evaluations is very different this year. Events that have unfolded in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic are drastically different than anything that could have been anticipated when performance objectives were set for the current year. Flexibility is key to providing fair and effective employee evaluations during the pandemic.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Anticipating and Addressing Employees' Return-to-Work Concerns Post-Pandemic

As COVID-19 stay-at-home orders are lifted, employers are making plans to resume regular operations and bring employees back to work. A successful return-to-work plan must take into account and address employee concerns, especially those related to workplace safety, job security and work-life issues.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Preparing Managers to Lead With Agility in the Post-Pandemic Workplace

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated to businesses the importance of agility in the face of sudden change. In the post-pandemic workplace, organizations of all sizes should look to prepare their leaders to let go of traditional ways of thinking and embrace a more agile approach.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Helping Employees Through Survivor's Guilt in the Wake of a Layoff

In preparation for a layoff, it is just as important to have a plan in place for communicating with those employees who will remain as it is for those who will be directly affected by job losses. Implementing a plan focused on helping remaining employees navigate the emotions and practical workplace implications of a layoff can help an employer position itself and its employees for long-term success.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): A Supervisor's Guide to Leading Through the Pandemic

This guide will help managers and supervisors lead employees and manage change during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Furloughs and Temporary Layoffs

Coming Soon to XpertHR

HR Super Hero Shares Successes in Engaging Furloughed and Working Staff While Planning for an Uncertain Future

100+ New Employment Laws Kick in January 1, 2021: Paid Leave, Minimum Wage and Training Top the List

California Employers: Prepare Now for January 1 Changes to Family Leave Law, Minimum Wage and More

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Conducting Performance Appraisals During the Pandemic

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Anticipating and Addressing Employees' Return-to-Work Concerns Post-Pandemic

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Preparing Managers to Lead With Agility in the Post-Pandemic Workplace

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Helping Employees Through Survivor's Guilt in the Wake of a Layoff

Coronavirus (COVID-19): A Supervisor's Guide to Leading Through the Pandemic

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