Labor Department Seeks More Information on Overtime Rule
New rulemaking on the overtime rule could be brewing
2nd Circuit Revives Muslim Woman’s Claim over Hostile Comments
The 2nd Circuit revived a black Egyptian-Muslim woman's claim that two supervisors at Astoria Bank created a hostile work environment through racial and anti-Muslim comments
What to Do When Bedbugs Bite at Work
Bedbugs—those nasty parasites that feed off human blood—are typically a household problem. But every now and then, the critters find their way into the workplace, as they did last week…
Texas Passes Ban on Texting While Driving
On June 6, Texas became the 47th state to enact a statewide ban on texting while driving. Employers in the state should carefully evaluate existing policies and the nature of…
Nevada Supplement: Table of Contents
Nevada employee handbook resources provided by XpertHR
No — I Won't Provide My References Before The Interview
Noel was surprised when the recruiter said "My client XYZ Corp. might be interested in meeting you -- but they need to talk to your references first
Want To Hire Great Employees? Fix Your Broken Recruiting Process
Employers complain about "talent shortages," but they don't realize that they create their own recruiting problems by leaving broken, talent-repelling practices in place! These days employers have to be smarter…
Indeed Gives Nod to Craigslist as it Solidifies its Defenses Against Google for Jobs
A former Indeed executive reached out to me last week regarding Google’s recent dive into Indeed’s waters and the launching of Google for Jobs. He requested anonymity, but his message…
Why Acting Defensively Can Hold You Back And How To Overcome This Behavior
Communication is of paramount importance. But it’s not just what you say and how often you say it--it’s also how well you listen
HR Isn’t Enough If You Want to Be a CHRO
While many HR professionals dream of someday earning the big company CHRO job, few will achieve it. After all, there are only 500 companies in the Fortune 500 and 98…