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Explain how maternity, FMLA leave overlap

09/07/2017
Many employers have maternity leave policies that provide a period of paid time off following birth or adoption. That’s fine. But if you intend for paid maternity leave to run concurrently with federal FMLA leave, be sure you spell that out.

How to get over your fear of conflict

09/07/2017
What’s the hardest part about being a manager? Confrontation. Especially if you’re naturally averse to conflict.

Establish several ways to report harassment

09/06/2017
Providing training to supervisors and employees is a vital way to prevent sexual harassment lawsuits. But a second piece to that puzzle is often overlooked: creating an easy-to-understand complaint policy.

Snapshot: What perks would make you change jobs?

09/05/2017
In a seller’s market, it pays to know the benefits prospective employees value most.

Set telecommuting limits in job descriptions

08/31/2017
The EEOC has recently taken the position that allowing disabled employees to telecommute may be a reasonable accommodation. That’s fine for employers that are set up for telecommuting. But for other employers, establishing a telecommuting option can be complicated, expensive and—maybe—completely impractical.

The HR I.Q. Test: September ’17

08/31/2017
Here’s your monthly quiz on HR news and trends.

Harris County, Texas official must take harassment training

08/30/2017
The chief of the Harris County, Texas prosecutor’s Misdemeanor Department has been disciplined for making inappropriate comments to female employees.

Harvey aftermath: Government offers flood clean-up resources

08/29/2017
Hurricane Harvey and the flooding that occurred in its wake mean weeks or months of clean-up, repair and rebuilding for Texas employers and employees. That will be dangerous work that will likely expose workers to hazardous conditions.
These official resources can help make the process as safe as possible.

Snapshot: How many work a side gig?

08/29/2017
More women than men have a second job of some kind.

Screen time: Teach employees the 20-20-20 rule

08/24/2017
The average American spends seven hours per day on digital devices, and all that exposure is leading to more eye strain and sleep problems.