By Kathryn Mayer Since blockbuster GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy burst on the scene as a weight-loss aid phenomenon, employers have been mulling whether or not to cover their costs for employees. Now a new survey of employers reveals just how many are covering these drugs for weight loss—and how much they are paying....
You’d like to hear feedback from customers on how you’re doing. Why not ask your new employees for feedback on how well you did on their onboarding? Establish an open feedback loop to gather insights from new employees about their onboarding experience, allowing you to continuously improve your process. If you have more questions, I...
One of the great things that you can do for a new hire is have introductory meetings with all departments. Schedule introductory meetings for the new employee to get to know their team members and other colleagues in other departments. So if you have more questions, I suggest consulting with an experienced HR professional.
By Kylie Ora Lobell Since the advent of the 9-to-5 workday, employers have largely stuck to this schedule and offered little flexibility to workers, except for vacation time and sick days. In fact, as of 2019, 47 percent of workplaces offered very limited flexibility regarding work schedules, according to Statista. However, during the COVID-19...
By Kathryn Mayer Challenging economic times, soaring prices, and fears of a recession are leading some major employers—including Yahoo and Disney, both of which announced cuts in February—to announce layoffs. And while some downsizing of rank-and-file employees is inevitable, a number of company leaders are trying to avoid such downsizings. A somewhat surprising...
Have you ever started a new job and your first time to go to lunch you were by yourself? Why not have a welcome lunch or gathering for your new hires? Organize a casual lunch or get together with the team to introduce the new employee and encourage bonding. If you have more questions, I...
I just love getting little gifts. So one of the things you can do for a new hire is have a welcome kit. Provide a kit with company swag, a handbook, and any other relevant materials that can help new employees feel more connected. Now if you have more questions, I suggest you consult with...
By Roy Maurer Employees frequently complain about a “hostile work environment,” leaving it to HR to distinguish whether a situation involves potentially unlawful conduct, bad behavior or just the ordinary stresses of the workday. “A ‘hostile work environment’ is a legal term with a narrow definition, and most complaints you hear will not meet...
By Kathy Gurchiek Feeling a bit frayed around the edges? Energy zapped, emotionally drained, decreased job satisfaction? Burnout is real for HR professionals. Your work often involves handling workplace complaints and investigations, dealing with multiple generations who expect different things from their employer, recruiting challenges, and the work-from-home/return-to-office tug of war. Then there are...
One of the great success stories is having a buddy system for a new hire. Assign a seasoned employee as a buddy to new hires. This person can help the newcomer navigate the workplace, answer questions, and provide insights. If you have more questions, I suggest consulting with an experienced HR professional.
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