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A Cautionary Tale Regarding the ‘Reasonable Belief’ Doctrine

On January 31, the Sixth Circuit published a cautionary tale regarding the “reasonable belief” doctrine involving an employer that fired a disabled employee for a positive drug test for “marijuana.” Airgas USA Sued for Disability Discrimination Over Employee’s Hemp Use In Fisher v. Airgas USA, LLC, Fisher was an operation technician who used power tools, worked […]

What Is NATO Applying? How The Dating Trend Is Coming to the Workplace

If you haven’t heard of NATO dating – which means people dating are “not attached to an outcome” but rather open to all connections – you may soon get wind of it in your workplace as NATO applying, according to CEO/founder of Rising Team and Stanford lecturer Jennifer Dulski. “With many employers breaking trust lately […]

Navigating the Potential of a 4-Day Workweek

The concept of a four-day workweek is gaining traction worldwide as companies seek innovative ways to enhance productivity and employee well-being. Notable examples include Microsoft Japan’s experiment, which reported a significant productivity boost, and Unilever New Zealand’s trial aimed at maintaining full pay for reduced hours. But many employers understandably remain skeptical of the promised […]

Unveiling the Future of Inclusion for HR Leaders

Imagine a world where inclusivity isn’t just an HR buzzword, but the heartbeat of corporate success. This isn’t a utopian fantasy—it’s the vision sculpted by Parul Kapoor, Senior Vice President, Talent and Culture, at Calix, according to her interview with me. In an industry where the race for innovation is relentless, Parul champions inclusivity not […]

EEOC’s Pregnancy Accommodation Regulations Are Broader Than You Think

Anyone scrolling YouTube in the evenings has likely come across a humorous video of men trying their luck at a “period pain” machine, which simulates the pain and discomfort many women experience on a monthly basis from menstruation. In the videos, the men are usually in agony by the time the highest setting is applied, […]

HR Works Presents: Today’s Top 5 HR Buzzwords Part 6

Are you up to date on HR’s latest lingo? HR Work Break again takes a look into trending phrases in the HR space. Check out this infographic to learn more! Buzzwords Part 6 by HCI BU

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HR Works Podcast: Parents Are Returning to Work…How Can We Help Them Stay?

Guest: Sadie Funk and Sara Redington from The Best Place for Working Parents What family-friendly policies matter most to working parents in 2023? As recent workforce studies have shown parents making a return to the workplace, with participation totals for parents with children under 18 now climbing back to pre-pandemic levels, how can companies build […]

HR Query: Staying Compliant with PUMP and PWFA

Two new laws strengthen protections for pregnant and nursing employees in the workplace: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP). In this week’s HR Query, we’re highlighting what you need to know to make sure organizations stay compliant. The PWFA took effect June 27, 2023, […]

Why Employee Wellbeing Should Be Your Top Priority in 2023

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health and employee wellbeing has been top of mind for everyone – and rightfully so. In today’s challenging and uncertain times, the mental health and wellbeing of employees has never been more important. According to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, burnout and stress are at all-time highs, […]

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HR Works Presents: Today’s Top 5 HR Buzzwords Part 6

Are you up to date on HR’s latest lingo? HR Work Break again takes a look into trending phrases in the HR space. Check out this infographic to learn more! Buzzwords Part 6 by HCI BU

HR Works Podcast: Ready to Go Rogue? Part 2

Guest: Shannon Gabriel, Vice President of Leadership Solutions at TBM Consulting Last week, we discussed “rogue interview” tactics and how to revitalize the hiring process. Shannon Gabriel, VP of Leadership Solutions at TBM Consulting, returns for part 2 of our conversation. Tune in  as we discuss the current labor market, best practices, and leadership advice […]

HR Works Presents A Seat at the Table: Menopause in the Workplace

Today, we’re talking about menopause in the workplace. There’s a huge movement toward providing support for women in the workplace who are navigating this midlife transition — and there are lots of recent studies showing the economic cost to companies who are neglecting to do so. A recent Mayo Clinic study found that 15% of women […]

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