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Re-Onboarding and Re-Energizing the Workforce
As the world slowly begins to reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations need to focus on strategies to assist employees. Re-onboarding and welcoming all employees back are critical for re-engaging…
Proper Set-Up Is Essential for Remote Proctoring to Succeed
Remote proctoring, which allows candidates for SHRM certification to take their exams from home or another secure location under the online supervision of live observers, has allowed the SHRM-CP and…
Practice Makes Proficient: Forward Focus
Planning ahead may seem impossible in a world in which information, health guidance and government responses change not just every week, but every day. But columnist Phyllis Hartman, SHRM-SCP, writes…
Getting Credit in a Crisis
During the COVID-19 crisis, HR professionals are meeting unprecedented challenges by providing vital organizational support on short notice. Their hard work isn't going unnoticed: SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential-holders can now…
California Employers Face Different COVID-19 Reporting Requirements
Federal OSHA and Cal/OSHA agree that COVID-19 cases will be recordable and reportable in some cases, but employers in California need to be diligent in assessing instances of COVID-19 to…
Don't Overlook Payroll's 'Human Side'
Managing an organization's payroll has traditionally been regarded as a back-office role, leading payroll professionals to neglect the "human side" of payroll when dealing with employees who are worried or…
Many Professionals Dread Returning to the Office
Even as states across the country drop COVID-19 restrictions and allow offices to reopen, many professionals dread returning to the workplace and a majority feel they're more productive at home…
Louisiana Expands Access to Medical Marijuana
Louisiana's governor signed into law on June 11 a measure amending the state's medical marijuana law to make it easier for patients to obtain medical marijuana
How to Have Town Hall Meetings Without Spreading the Coronavirus
How can organizations meet state guidelines for social distancing, protect people's health and keep up interactions with the whole workforce? Three HR experts share their thoughts on what all-staff meetings…
IRS Clarifies Tax Treatment for Leave-Based Donations to COVID-19 Charities
IRS Notice 2020-46 addresses the tax treatment of employees who elect to have their employers donate unused sick, vacation or personal leave as cash payments to charitable organizations that provide…