How Can HR Help Support and Retain Working Mothers?
Gender inequality isn’t a new problem in the workforce, but the pandemic made many issues more visible. When schools closed, significantly more women than men stepped away from work to focus on childcare and homeschooling. At the height of the early pandemic (September 2020), around 600,000 more women left their jobs than men (source: NPR) […]
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Top Ten Tips for Improving HR Communication
Communication is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle when it comes to engaging with employees and improving the culture at your company. Most of the guidelines for HR communication are common sense, but your methods may need to be efficiently adapted to your business. The impact of effective communication You can’t overstate […]
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The Ultimate Guide for Creating An Employee Handbook (Including 15 Must-Haves)
Does your company have an employee handbook? If not, then you really should create one—no matter the size or industry of your company. Is your employee handbook up to date? If not, then you should strive to update it regularly to ensure safety, compliance, and engagement. READ: Updating Employee Handbooks: Why, When, and How A […]
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Don’t Skip These Hiring Steps: Background Checks & References
Many employers are unsure how to handle applicant references and background checks—or whether they are worth the hassle. Too many business owners believe that these steps in the hiring process are too expensive or time-consuming. Unfortunately, honesty and forwardness are not guaranteed with job applicants and resumes. Background checks offer one big way to improve […]
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Making a PACT: The Four Keys to Successful Onboarding
How would you like to improve company culture while also helping new hires succeed? Onboarding is a huge opportunity. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked. Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting the right candidate are all important, but what do you do after all of that? First, there’s some paperwork for taxes and benefits. Later, an out-of-date orientation […]
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