The first Covid-19 vaccines have been released, with more to come in the near future. This landmark development raises important question: Can employers … Read more
Best of TLNT: Top 5 Wellbeing Stories of 2020
Full disclosure: I’m skeptical of most corporate wellbeing efforts. Gym discounts, meditation apps, FitBits, nutritional coaching, and the myriad … Read more
Finding a Winner in the Battle Between HR and Finance
How will we ever settle The Great Debate? No, I am not referring to crunchy vs. creamy or cats vs. dogs. I’m talking about the age-old workplace squabble … Read more
The “Cold Paperwork of HR Forms” Greets Employees Who Suffer Pregnancy Loss
My husband and I couldn’t have imagined the paths we’d have to navigate on our journey to becoming parents. At 20 weeks pregnant, we thought deciding … Read more
Should PTO be Mandatory for the Holidays?
The holidays are stressful in the best of times, nevermind during a global pandemic. It’s no wonder that burnout is running rampant through ranks of remote … Read more
10 Common Benefit Issues in M&As During the Covid-19 Era
Mergers and acquisitions among private companies always present a range of HR challenges, especially in light of Covid-19. Many of those issues revolve … Read more
HR Famous: The $15 Minimum Wage, Reactions to Passing of Tony Hsieh of Zappos
In episode 41 of The HR Famous Podcast, long-time HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee discuss the impact of the new Florida … Read more
The Traditional Approach to Sales Motivation Is Broken
A strong sense of purpose creates more meaning in life, improves health and leads to greater satisfaction from work. Yet there’s a problem: At many … Read more
Apply for a Workers’ Comp Exemption at Your Own Risk
Here’s what you might already know: Workers’ compensation is a type of business insurance required by law in many U.S. states. It covers the cost of … Read more
Should You Take Action Against Workers Who Attend Holiday Gatherings?
As the holiday season approaches, Covid cases have increased exponentially in many parts of the country. All while experts warn that Thanksgiving … Read more
Mandatory PTO — Yes, It’s a Thing
This year has seen many employees restructure their entire lives to cope with the global shift in work situations. Not only are people interacting in … Read more
The Persistence of the Mental Health Stigma at Work
Mental health. It’s often been a topic talked about in hushed tones at work, but the pandemic has suddenly changed that. It’s become increasingly topical … Read more
HR Famous: Remote Work Burnout and Remote Onboarding
In episode 39 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett and Jessica Lee are joined by Cameron Sackett to discuss remote work … Read more
No Employee Engagement Without Employee Safety
There is a new formula for employee engagement, and it is as simple as it is powerful: Expectations + Experiences = Engagement. The E3 model for employee … Read more
When Covid-19, Remote Work, and Timekeeping Compliance Collide
The rapid transition of many employees to a remote working environment due to COVID-19 presents challenges for maintaining compliance with wage and hour … Read more
6 Ways to Support Employees During Elections
With Election Day upon us and tensions at an all-time high, many companies are rightfully wondering about how to best navigate and support employees during … Read more
HR Famous: Are Mental Health Apps Better for Employees Than Human Interaction?
In episode 37 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee come together once again to discuss … Read more
4 Health Benefits Trends for 2021
Given the way 2020 has played out, it is hard to even attempt to figure out what 2021 will look like. However, as we look back over the past nine months, … Read more
Are Self-Insured Benefits Right for Your Company?
Investing in insurance is about hedging financial risks, whether for your home, car, or prepaid dream vacation. For employers, the goal is no different. … Read more
HR Famous: Big Tipping for Housekeepers & People of Color in Tech Report
In episode 36 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee discuss big tips for housekeepers from … Read more