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How to Maintain a Professional Presence on the Phone
Whether you’re job hunting or starting a temporary new business, consider getting a second phone number, writes career columnist Martin Yate. A second number and distinct ringtone alert you that…
Spotlight Value of Benefits Package During Open Enrollment
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of helping employees maintain physical, mental and financial health, making this year's open enrollment period a critical time for employers to think about…
Pandemic Could Worsen the Gender Pay Gap
Women have a higher risk of suffering greater penalties in earnings as result of the COVID-19 pandemic, pay analysts warn. Employer actions to remedy gender-based pay disparities should remain ongoing
How to Encourage Employees to Take Vacation
Many HR professionals across the country are struggling with how to convince employees to take vacation. They worry that workers' reluctance to take time off is only adding to the…
In Spain, Employers Contend with Pandemic's Changing Impact
Employers in Spain are contending with the ongoing effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to raise health and safety concerns after several months
Ask HR: Can I Collect Unemployment If I Can’t Return to Work Due to Lack of Child Care?
Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, employees are able to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave if they lack child care due to COVID-19, writes SHRM President…
Legislation Would Require Federal Reserve to Focus on Racial Equity
Lawmakers recently introduced a bill that would require the Federal Reserve System to take steps to eliminate racial disparities in employment, wages, wealth and access to credit
CDC Updates Timeline for COVID-19 Quarantines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated guidance for how long employees should be quarantined at home after testing positive for COVID-19, reducing the time from 14…
Bank Executive Can Keep $6M Award for Defamation Based on HR Practices
A bank executive who was fired based on false claims his subordinates made about him to HR was entitled to $6 million for defamation, a California appellate court ruled
7 Legislative Issues for California Employers to Watch
California legislators have until the end of August to approve bills for this session, and Gov. Gavin Newsom has until Sept