Cristina Amyot
The conversation around employee wages has gained significant traction. As organizations strive for transparency and equity, employers may wonder whether they can prohibit their employees from discussing their wages. This article explores the legal framework around wage discussions, the effect on workplace culture, and best practices for employers. The Legal Landscape National Labor Relations Act…
Employee burnout is an all-too-common phrase used in today’s workforce. It’s become an increasingly frequent issue that affects employees across various industries. Burnout happens when employees feel physically or emotionally exhausted, and can lead to low performance, higher turnover, and prevent your organization from operating at its highest level. Burnout is both manageable and preventable.…
Remote work is here to stay, and with it comes a new set of challenges for HR professionals. However, overseeing and managing remote employees doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right approach, you can foster productivity and engagement in your virtual team. The saying “You get what you give” holds true in remote management.…
Workplace incivility refers to rude, disrespectful, or insensitive behavior in the workplace that can negatively affect the overall work environment. This can include behaviors such as belittling comments, gossiping, ignoring colleagues, or displaying a lack of professionalism. In its simplest form, workplace incivility refers to any behavior that disrupts the normal flow of work. The…
The intricacies of processing and managing payroll are often much more than most people think. As a business owner, you may be wondering if you can handle the time and energy it takes to manage this integral business process. The answer here is it depends. For example, I can fix my water heater, but I…
Salary inquiries from employees or job candidates can be a minefield for employers. As a business owner, you know the value your employees are getting is much more than their baseline salary. Responding to salary inquiries with: “This role pays X amount of dollars” does not properly showcase the true value of a role, and…
In today’s competitive business landscape, Human Resource Management (HRM) has emerged as an ever-critical function for organizational success. It is no wonder that many consider this department the heart and soul of their business. Recent global events have unequivocally demonstrated the paramount importance of HRM in effectively managing company risk, cultivating a productive workforce, and…
On August 1, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released the new version of the Form I-9, an integral document for employers that is used to verify the identity and authorization of individuals hired for employment in the U.S. The new Form I-9 and accompanying instructions have been redesigned to be easier for…
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers had to make significant changes to the way employees were hired and onboarded due to the physical precautions set in place across the nation. One of those changes included how employers verified an employee’s authorization to work in the United States via Form I-9. Initially announced…
You know what they say: Change is the only constant in life. Effective July 31, 2023, New Jersey employers will need to embrace a change to their off-boarding processes in the form of new reporting mandates for all employees who separate from their organization. Form BC-10 Reporting Mandates: Immediate and Simultaneous Submission NJ employers have…