Before your Company’s 2011 calendar is filled with meetings, you should consider scheduling harassment-prevention training, at least for your supervisors and managers. Some states mandate supervisors and managers attend such training (e.g., sexual harassment prevention training is mandatory in Connecticut for larger employers). Even if your state does not mandate harassment prevention training, here are [...]
As another snow storm heads our way, we want to take a moment to ensure all employers have a clear, thought-out inclement weather policy for their businesses. Having such a policy shows employees you are concerned about their safety and it’s good for business. Without one, there can be confusion among employees, causing them to [...]
As the year comes to a close, it is time to start planning for 2011. There are several things you can do now to ensure your company runs smoothly and remains profitable. Review your employment policies – Many employment laws have changed since President Obama was elected, so it is important to make sure your [...]
Last month we talked about company holiday parties and making sure your social networking policies prevent embarrassing pictures from getting online. Now we want to give you tips, as we do every year, about how to minimize liability at company parties. Last year, we gave you a list of tips on how to keep holiday [...]
At this time of year, you’re probably thinking about, if not already planning, this year’s company holiday party. While the economy may have limited your plans, some celebration will still probably occur. Before you go too far, have you taken a look at your social media / Internet publication policies – or lack thereof? If [...]