It’s no secret that people are complex, perhaps the most unpredictable tool in any business owner’s toolkit. However, people are also the most valuable asset in any organization. In many cases, there is a direct correlation between how well a [...]
On the surface, it seems obvious that sick employees would want to stay home and would be allowed to do so by their employers. Sick employees are uncomfortable and working will likely prolong their illness. Sick employees are also less [...]
A hostile work environment is caused by actions of an employer or employee that interfere with an employee’s ability to do their job. When the term is used in the United States, it is generally connected to specific laws that [...]
The horrific school shooting last month at Sandy Hook Elementary has reopened the discussion among HR Professionals regarding workplace violence prevention. While many believe incidents of workplace violence are rare—the numbers speak for themselves. OSHA reports that 2 million American workers a year are [...]
