How companies are responding to COVID-19 With the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, the world is in the midst of what could turn out to be one the of the biggest pandemics of the century—or, at the very least, a disease epidemic unlike anything the U.S. has seen in over a decade. And it’s hitting people hard where they spend a […]
How to reach today's diversity and inclusion-minded job candidates If it seems like today’s job seeker is more interested in diversity and inclusion than ever before, it’s not your imagination. Candidates have become increasingly more interested in seeking employers who are committed to gender pay equity, salary transparency, as well as evidence that your company addresses diversity & inclusion, according to Monster’s most recent […]
Creating and enforcing your company's non-retaliation policy You’ve taken extra care to ensure your company has strict policies against discrimination, harassment, and the like. But your responsibilities don’t end there — you also need to protect employees who report suspected misconduct. That’s why it’s important to have and enforce a non-retaliation policy. But what should your policy include? Whom does it protect? […]
What should your PTO policy look like? In a pre-coronavirus world, paid time off (PTO) was simply one more benefit to bring to the negotiation table. But now, employers are taking a much closer look at their paid time-off policies, and with good reason. There’s a lot to consider. While you are not required by law to have a PTO policy, most companies […]
Why you need a sexual harassment policy More than a third of women say they’ve experienced sexual harassment in the workplace, according to one report. As an employer, having a sexual harassment policy is crucial in both discouraging inappropriate behavior and protecting yourself if something happens at your workplace. Read on to understand why you need a policy and what should be […]
Dealing with discontent: Managing your company's grievance procedure No matter how idyllic your workplace is, no organization is perfect. From minor issues to major conflicts, every company must contend with discord to some degree. How you handle workplace problems can have a big effect—positive or negative—on your company’s operations and image. So, where do you start? Here are some tips to keep in […]
Explanation and sample: Termination letter One of the most difficult decisions a manager must make is whether to cut their losses and fire an employee. Sometimes staff needs to be cut in the form of layoffs, but other times it’s for poor performance or misconduct. Whatever the reason for the termination, you want to make sure you’re honest and direct, […]
Make your employee evaluation form work for you Most managers claim to know exactly who their top performers are, as well as those who need to pick up the pace. Sometimes it’s obvious, but other times the contributions of your top talent may go unnoticed. Do you really know how your employees stack up, and whether they’re meeting or exceeding your expectations? In […]
How to make a promotion announcement As a senior manager, you couldn’t be more thrilled with your top employee’s hard work and selfless motivation to make everyone around her better. She didn’t ask for a promotion, but she definitely deserves it and now you’re ready to name her to a management-level position. But you really should keep the champagne on ice […]
How to write a welcome email to new employees The transition from one job (or unemployment) to another is always at least a little challenging. After the initial excitement of getting the position, your new hire will be looking forward to their first day and maybe a little nervous at the same time. You want to make them feel as welcome and prepared as […]