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Viewpoint: The Art and Science of Conflict Management
As corporate complexity increases, so does the potential for conflict, both internal and external to the organization. HR professionals should sharpen their conflict resolution skills and even embrace conflict as…
Your Career Q&A: How to Pick Your Next Hometown
This week's letter writer is ready to move to a new town and a new job, but how do you decide where your new home will be? Best-selling author and…
Working Overtime Can Be Essential Job Function
The ability to work overtime can be an essential job function under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the 8th
When Employees Leave: Conduct Comprehensive Exit Interviews
The exit interview can be a useful way for employers to protect their property, identify any morale or culture problems, and limit the risk of lawsuits being filed later. Here…
AT&T Dials Up Bad Press by Pursuing Pensioners for Overpayments
Employers claim the right to recoup excess payments made to retirees from traditional pensions and 401(k) plans, sometimes over decades. But is it worth the bad publicity to do so?
New York Uber Drivers Can Collect Unemployment Benefits
Three former Uber drivers were employees of the ride-hailing service—rather than independent contractors—at least for the purpose of collecting unemployment benefits, New York’s Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board ruled
How Many Open Reqs Should In-House Recruiters Have?
Individual in-house recruiters carry requisition loads spanning between the single digits to well over 100. What is the right amount? Well, it depends on a variety of factors, including the…
Salary Is Most Important Part of Job Ad
Putting salary ranges in job advertisements may give employers a competitive advantage when trying to attract candidates. That’s because most job seekers look first at a position’s compensation and benefits…
Viewpoint: Give Second Chance a Chance
Each year in the United States, 700,000 men and women are released from prison and re-enter society, where many want to find jobs. Yet despite U
New Rule on Short-Term Health Plans Could Affect COBRA Choices
A new final rule expands short-term health plans that don't meet Affordable Care Act coverage requirements. The plans may appeal to some new employees not yet eligible for their employer's…









