How an employee assistance program benefits employees
An employee assistance program shows compassion to employees without prying into their personal issues. Here’s how these programs can help.
Kelley has more than 25 years of HR experience working in a variety of industries and organizations. Her career has been focused primarily on employee relations, leaves of absence, disability and organizational metrics. Kelley holds a SPHR-CA certification, teaches the 12-week PHR/SPHR certification course for SHRM’s San Diego chapter and serves on the board for two nonprofit organizations.
Contacting employees on leave: What are the rules and best practices?
What are the laws and best practices for contacting employees on leave? Here’s how to keep employees connected, what it’s OK to discuss and what to avoid.
Benefits of succession planning — Why it’s so important
The benefits of succession planning are to make sure a company always has the right leaders in place should a change happen quickly. Learn more.
HR documentation: a step-by-step guide
Thorough HR documentation is critical for keeping your business in compliance and out of legal trouble. Learn best documentation practices here.
Understanding the ADA’s interactive process
The American’s with Disabilities Act requires employers to engage in an interactive process with employees with qualifying disabilities. Details here.
Handling employee substance abuse: 4 key questions answered
Do you know how to handle signs of employee substance abuse in the workplace? Here is a basic framework for dealing with these situations.
Management training and employee retention: 6 ways to improve both
There is a saying that employees leave bosses, not jobs or companies. Use these strategies to improve employee satisfaction and lower turnover.
Calling in sick: What to do when employees lie
An employee who is continually calling in sick can create a major disruption in your business. Learn how to best address the situation so that your workforce – and company – stays on track.
HSA vs. health care FSA: Which is better for you and your employees?
Do you know the difference between a Health Care FSA and an HSA, or which one is better for you and your employees? Learn key features of each before you decide.
Breastfeeding laws: Compliance can help your business
Providing a dedicated space for breastfeeding at work has been required by law since 2010. Do you know how breastfeeding laws apply to your business?