Kimberly Franklin

Senior Human Resource Advisor

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What better HR admin really means for business growth

It’s clear – well-executed HR administration helps leads to business growth. Learn why this is so important along with tips for overcoming common challenges.

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7 ways to encourage employees to take ownership of their work

How do you inspire employees to take ownership of their work? Here’s your guide to make it happen, empower your team and enhance productivity.

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HR operations and HR administration defined: Roles, best practices, and what’s ahead

Learn the difference between HR operations and administration, why both matter and how they work together to support your business.

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How HR can give your company’s employee retention strategy a boost

Retention starts with HR. Learn how HR strategies like hiring, onboarding, development and feedback can boost loyalty and reduce employee turnover.

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Bridge the gap: Managing a multigenerational workforce

Figuring out how to manage a multigenerational workforce isn't easy. Learn how to bridge the gap embrace the strengths of your multigenerational workers.

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10 lesser-known types of employee leave to consider

Wondering how to better attract talent, retain employees and differentiate your company? Offering more unusual types of leave may be an effective tactic.

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Is your employee quiet quitting? Here’s your action plan

Quiet quitting isn’t something you have to accept as a new status quo. If you suspect your employee is quiet quitting, here’s your 7-step action plan to handle the situation.

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The do’s and don’ts of handling employee absences

Here’s a roadmap for navigating employee absences to ensure fairness, maintain morale, prevent difficult behavior and keep your organization running smoothly.

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6 stay interview questions that top employers ask

Want to retain your best employees? Ask these “stay” interview questions to learn what you can do to keep high-performing employees happy.

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Hard conversations: How to deny a vacation request

Even the most flexible bosses can’t approve every time-off request. Here’s how to deny a vacation request in a way that preserves your relationship with the employee.

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Handling disengaged employees who are ‘sheltering in job’

Sheltering in job is a retention problem in which employees want to leave, but hang on for awhile. Here's how to spot and stop it

A return-to-work process after an extended employee absence

If employees have been on leave for weeks or months, use this return-to-work process to facilitate a smooth, efficient and compliant return.

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Your 6-step emergency plan for traveling employees

Do you have an emergency plan for traveling employees? Emergencies are fluid and having a defined response plan is critical. Learn more.

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Marijuana in the workplace – What employers need to know

No state law forces employers to tolerate marijuana in the workplace. Here’s what you need to know about federal and state marijuana laws.

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How to address employee pay in your inclement weather policy

Does your company have an inclement weather pay policy? If not, you may be leaving your business open to a storm of employment law issues. Learn more here.