Labor shortages have become a fact of life in America. It’s not just the case that millions of jobs are open, it’s the fact they remain open … Read more
Most interesting HR stories of the week
City lowers minimum employment age for employees Administrators in the city of Effingham, Illinois, really do believe you’re never too young to start work. … Read more
The four-day week is coming. Are you ready for it?
As the media busies itself with story after story about who is returning to the office, who is still working from home, and who is leaving the workforce … Read more
The dud story of productivity
For years now, I’ve been concerned that managers have been sold a dud story when it comes to productivity. Sadly the notion that working more hours is … Read more
Is the labor market in a wage-price spiral?
Cast your mind back (if you can), to 1978. Grease was the top-grossing movie; there were only three TV networks, and Laverne and Shirley was the most TV … Read more
When Execs Share Leadership Porn
On episode 65 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee come together to discuss electric … Read more
Disruption Is Coming to Contingent Workforce Management
The global pandemic and events of the past year have accelerated Investment in contingent labor. Companies looking to fill critical skill gaps, increase … Read more
The Saga Over Independent Contractor Rules Continues
You may have heard that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) put out new rules about independent contractors. Former Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia said these … Read more
DOL Proposes Rule to Distinguish Independent Contractors From Employees
The Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule last week that will change the way in which independent contractors are distinguished from … Read more
HR Famous: California Gets Crazier in Going After Uber and Lyft
In episode 27 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee discuss 100K jobs with the least … Read more
Mitigating the Compliance Risks of a Remote Workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced large numbers of employees into unanticipated work-from-home (WFH) arrangements. Many organizations report that they are … Read more
California’s Gig Worker Law Making Them Employees Is Also An Opportunity For Pay Equity and Transparency
AB5 is California’s new landmark work law concerning independent contractors. It took effect Jan. 1, adding an estimate 2 million contractors and … Read more
Ease Retail Turnover By Making Scheduling More Flexible
Just like that, the frenetic holiday shopping season has come to an end, though returns are still peaking. In the thick of holiday shopping, both … Read more
Get Ready For the Total Talent Workforce
When it comes to accommodating ongoing workloads or launching special initiatives, most companies typically only think of their full-time, regular … Read more
Are You Prepared For California’s Sweeping Labor Law Changes?
With a new governor and a progressive state legislature, 2019 was a significant year for legislative developments in California labor and employment law. … Read more
These California Labor Laws Could Prompt Changes Across the US
This Employment Law This Week monthly rundown discusses the most important developments for employers in November 2019. The update specifically addresses: … Read more
As the Contingent Ranks Grow, Employers Need to Treat Them Like Employees
The liquid workforce is on a path of rapid growth as people seek more flexibility and agility in the work they do. In fact, by one estimate a majority of … Read more
Survey Shows How Little Leaders Know About Their Temps
His elves may be the most depended-on workers in the world. But how does Santa Claus keep track of them all to achieve maximum productivity? If he’s … Read more
September’s Top Employment News: Overtime and California’s Classification Law
This Employment Law This Week® monthly rundown updates some of the most important employment law developments of the past month: DOL issues final overtime … Read more
California’s New Classification Law: What It Means For Employers and What You Should Do Now
Note: California’s new worker classification law is controversial and has already prompted Uber, Lyft and DoorDash to fund a $90 million campaign … Read more