Creativity is considered by many to be a driver of growth and prosperity, but the vast majority of employees feel pressured to be productive rather than creative. Most workers feel that they aren’t living up to their creative potential and [...]
Workplace diversity is an important topic that has graced headlines for several years now. Applicants and customers alike want to see companies embrace a variety of cultures, employ and work with people of different backgrounds, and be more inclusive in [...]
Many progressive companies today allow workers to bring their pets to their places of business. Allowing pets into a workplace can improve a company’s image and attract talented workers that are looking for this sort of perk, but it can [...]
Whether you’re just starting out in the human resources field after completing your degree or you’ve been in the industry for a number of years, your thoughts may turn to HR certification as a means to keep your skills relevant [...]
Here at HR Payroll Systems, we like to write blogposts that you like to read. We hope we’re shaping the future of human resources management and providing some insights into new topics and age-old HR dilemmas, but even if we’re [...]
In this digital age, the question of whether to monitor employees while they are at work isn’t always cut and dry. While some employers may feel that monitoring is necessary to maintain productivity, employees may feel there is a lack [...]
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 [...]
Firing an employee can be a very difficult decision for an employer or manager to face. Getting fired is one of the most stressful things that can happen in a person’s life, so catalyzing this event can weigh on a [...]
Hiring a new employee is a big decision that can have an untold impact on any company. Before making a hiring decision, there are several questions that employers or hiring managers should ask themselves. Some questions should be addressed before [...]
Workplace gossip is present in nearly every type of organization that exists and can be very difficult to avoid or stamp out. Humans are social by nature and social interactions can easily turn into gossip sessions. With an understanding of [...]
