HR Newsletter: Involuntary Terminations – Remote Employees

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HR Newsletter: Involuntary Terminations – Remote Employees

Ending an employment relationship can be difficult. Involuntarily terminating an employee is not only uncomfortable and emotional, but also logistically complicated and full of legal risks. When that employee works remotely, it can make the termination even more complex. Organizations must complete a great deal of work in a short time frame to offboard a terminated employee. For example, there are many administrative tasks your organization needs to finish before the end of the employee’s last day, such as compiling appropriate supporting documentation, finalizing payroll and tax paperwork, retrieving company property, terminating access to systems and files, and drafting separation agreements.

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HR Newsletter: 3 Employment Policies to Review in 2024

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HR Newsletter: 3 Employment Policies to Review in 2024

The start of the year provides employers with an excellent opportunity to review and update their policies. This article explores three employment policies employers should consider reviewing in 2024.

  1. CROWN Act – As of September 2023, 23 states passed the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act. As many states and localities adopt hair discrimination laws, employers must ensure their workplace dress code policies are current and comply with state and local laws.
  1. Pregnant Workers Fairness Act – The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), signed into law on Dec. 29, 2022, became effective on June 27, 2023. Under this law, employers with at least 15 employees must provide reasonable accommodations to workers with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions unless the accommodation will cause the employer an “undue hardship.” The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has started accepting charges under the PWFA for situations occurring on June 27, 2023, or later. Savvy employers will look at the EEOC’s final PWFA regulations and consider including a policy in their 2024 employee handbook that explicitly addresses PWFA accommodations.
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HR Newsletter: Stay Interview Best Practices

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HR Newsletter: Stay Interview Best Practices

Employee turnover can be a significant challenge for employers, as it can lead to increased costs, loss of productivity, and a negative impact on company culture. Stay interviews offer a proactive approach to understanding and addressing the needs of employees, ultimately enhancing retention rates. Unlike exit interviews, which are conducted when an employee is leaving, stay interviews are conducted while the employee is still employed at the organization with the goal of identifying factors that contribute to their job satisfaction and commitment.

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HR Chat w/Employco USA: 8 in 10 U.S. Companies Will Track Office Attendance in 2024

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A staggering 80% of U.S. companies are poised to monitor whether employees are truly present in the office in 2024. In this HR Chat, Rob and Jason discuss the challenges and opportunities facing businesses navigating the return-to-office transition. From tracking methodologies and punitive consequences to a resurgence of in-office productivity and employee engagement, they dissect some of the complexities employers will face.

Questions? Reach out to hr@employco.com for help with return-to-work policies or to request a customizable template based on your individual needs and circumstances.

HR Chat w/Employco USA: March Madness!

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It’s that time of year again, March Madness! In this HR chat, Rob and Jason dive into the excitement of office brackets and share best practices to keep your workplace productive. From boosting employee morale to fostering cross-department connections, discover how you can turn this potentially unproductive period into a team-building opportunity.

If you have any questions about workplace policies or guidelines, we’re here to help! Reach out to hr@employco.com for assistance. May the odds be ever in your favor!

(AZ Big Media) Retired Boomers Want to Go Back to Work, but Not Everyone Is Celebrating

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Rob Wilson was recently quoted in an article for AZ Big Media titled “Retired Boomers want to go back to work, but not everyone is celebrating.”

Snippet from the article:
“Retirement is becoming unrealistic for most Americans,” says Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA, a national employment solutions firm with locations across the country. “People used to have pensions and other retirement safety nets to fall back on, but now many of us do not. Between this and rising costs of healthcare, groceries, rent, and other necessities, people cannot afford to retire.”

Wilson says that this is why so many recently retired Boomers want to go back to work.

“They’re running low on money,” says the employment trends expert.

Read the full article here:
https://azbigmedia.com/business/retired-boomers-want-to-go-back-to-work-but-not-everyone-is-celebrating/

HR Chat w/Employco USA: Common Employee Communication Mistakes to Avoid

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In this HR chat, Rob and Jason explore improving employee communication. They share common mistakes to avoid and practical solutions to enhance communication within your organization. From identifying areas for improvement via surveys to implementing a quarterly state of the union, they provide a number of tips employers can use.

“Only good things can come with better communication.” Contact Employco for help evaluating your current practices or to conduct an employee survey – hr@employco.com.

Podcast: DOL’s New Independent Contractor Rule

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Join Rob, Scott, and Jason in this month’s HR podcast as they delve into the latest developments in employment regulations. In this episode, they unpack the Department of Labor’s new independent contractor rule, set to take effect on March 11th. They provide insights into its background, the changes forthcoming, tips for employers, and crucial preparation strategies for businesses.

Listen in as they discuss the differences between independent contractors and employees, reviewing the six factors outlined in the new rule and some gray areas you should be aware of.

Do you have questions surrounding the new rule or how workers should be classified? Reach out to Employco for proactive strategies to ensure compliance, we’re here to help: hr@employco.com

Podcast: DOL’s New Independent Contractor Rule

HR Chat w/Employco USA: DOL’s New Independent Contractor Rule

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In this HR chat, Rob and Jason discuss the revised guidelines surrounding independent contractor classification. With the new rule going into effect on March 11th, they dissect six factors that determine the classification of workers as independent contractors or employees, ranging from opportunities for profit or loss to the degree of control exerted by the employer.

Do you have questions surrounding the new rule or how workers should be classified? Reach out to Employco for proactive strategies to ensure compliance, we’re here to help: hr@employco.com