HR Policy Archives - Netchex

De-Stressing Benefits: Helping Employees Prepare for Open Enrollment

Open enrollment feels like the worst kind of game show. Most of the contestants don’t understand the rules. Despite that, everyone races against the clock, randomly choosing how much to gamble on their healthcare coverage. The most affordable coverage often leaves policyholders uncertain about whether they and dependents are fully covered. Fortunately, HR teams can […]

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Give Your Employees the Gift of Fair Holiday Scheduling

The holiday season is for celebration–not arguments about staff schedules. When the holidays roll around, several employees often request the same time off. Conflicts make it harder to avoid understaffing without hurting someone’s feelings. Fortunately, clear leave policies and advanced HR software can help you preserve everyone’s spirit of goodwill towards fellow staff. The holidays […]

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‘Tis the Season: A Guide to Seasonal Recruiting

Hiring seasonal employees can be a challenge, but the results can make or break your business. Utilize thoughtful planning to turn the increased seasonal workload into even bigger opportunities for your business. Here are several tips to attract the best seasonal employees.  What are seasonal employees? Seasonal employees are hired to work for a short […]

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86ing High Turnover: How to Reduce Restaurant Turnover with HR Technology

Turnover has always been a problem in restaurants, but it’s getting harder to ignore. According to a 2022 National Restaurant Association survey: Turnover isn’t just expensive; it erodes your company culture. A short staffed restaurant has a harder time satisfying customers. The workers who remain are overworked to the point of burnout. Excessive turnover can […]

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What Employers Should Know About the Form I-9 Update

In late July 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the release of an updated Form I-9. The purpose of Form I-9 is to verify employment eligibility in the United States. Shortened and streamlined, the new form is now available to employers and will be the preferred version after August 1, 2023. […]

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People-First Software: Empowering Your Workforce with HR Technology

Despite all the headlines about self-driving cars and artificial intelligence, it’s far too early for most humans to worry about robots “stealing our jobs.” New technology is often impressive, but it also makes us appreciate where and how actual humans make a real difference. As HR professionals and business owners work to improve efficiency and […]

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Never Too Late to Update: Critical 2023 Employee Handbook Updates

Even without big changes in your workplace, your employee handbook likely needs an update every year, including 2023. Employee handbook updates are becoming increasingly important, as we’ve previously talked about how, when, and why to update. Reviewing your handbook quarterly is best, but you’ll definitely need to check for outdated policies at least once a […]

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HR Tips for Managing a Multigenerational Workforce

While startups might employ workers from the same graduating class, mature businesses typically have a mix of older and younger workers. A multigenerational workforce is bound to have its fair share of ups and downs. Different generations bring their own attitudes to the workplace, shaped by personal experience as well as cultural landmarks from different […]

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