Do you have them? Are they accurate and updated? Are they carrying their weight for your business? Read More
Category: Human Resources
Is Your Business Safe? Do Your Employees Feel Protected?
#MeToo Movement is a widely used term and hashtag as of late. The Me Too concept was actually founded in 2006 by Tarana Burke and was intended to help survivors of sexual violence find pathways to healing. Read More
Part 3 of 3: Conducting I-9 Audits
Have you double checked lately to determine if the I-9 forms you have on file are up to date and compliant? Give yourself piece of mind by brushing up on the requirements and avoiding a formal I-9 audit from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, also known as ICE. Read More
Part 2 of 3: E-Verify
Are you
familiar with E-Verify?
E-Verify is an internet-based system that is available in all 50 states and it compares information entered by an employer from an employee’s Form I-9, to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.
Part 1 of 3: Just the Facts, I-9 Forms
Do you know the financial penalties associated with incomplete I-9 Forms? Read More
Is Your Business Safe? Do Your Employees Feel Protected?
Are you moving with the #MeToo Movement? Read More
Hiring Iowa Teens This Summer
It’s almost spring break time in Iowa, thank heavens! Which means longer days, warmer weather (hopefully) and students starting to look for jobs in anticipation of the spring/summer months. Read More
Harassment Training = Positive Change
Workplace sexual harassment was a serious issue long before the recent national dialogue, but the spotlight on the issue has caused many organizations to take a fresh look at their anti-harassment training, policies and practices. Read More
Handbook Checkup
Your employee handbook is an important asset for your company, providing new and even longtime staff members with the details on your corporate policies, office rules and company culture. Because this is an item that will be seen and utilized by everyone in the organization, it’s important to revisit and update your handbook on a regular basis. An outdated handbook can be a liability. The first of the year is a perfect time to revisit and revise.
‘Tis The Season, To Know Your Gift Policy
The end of the year is a time for celebration and festivities. But it can also be a time when questions arise in the workplace about the appropriateness of gifts from vendors and clients. This is a good opportunity for managers to review gift policies with all employees.
Performance Management Process; Is it working hard for you?
Performance reviews encompass more than an individual employee’s career path. Read More
Employee Healthcare! Do you know what your employee’s really want?
Benefit Open Enrollment meetings happen once a year and many employers go through this process bracing themselves for (what can be) dreadful news. Usually the message is, “your health premiums are going up”! Do you customize your benefits to fit the needs of your staff? Take the time to find out what your employees really want!
What do you know about FMLA?
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers to grant up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year to individuals recovering from a medical condition, caring for sick family members, or following the birth or adoption of a child under the age of 18. This act covers private sector companies with 50 or more employees. Although this law seems to be so confusing, many answers are found within the FMLA regulations found at www.dol/fmla.