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November 6, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock 1 Comment

What Is Considered a Reasonable Accommodation Under the ADA?

What Is Considered a Reasonable Accommodation Under the ADA?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) insists that an employer provide an individual with a disability what is termed as ‘reasonable accommodation’ whether the individual is already an employee or applying for employment.

Filed Under: Fair Labor Standards/FLSA, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: Reasonable Accomodations Under ADA

October 31, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Hot Topics From Around The Web – Halloween in the Workplace: 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Celebrating Halloween Around the Office

Hot Topics From Around The Web – Halloween in the Workplace: 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Celebrating Halloween Around the Office

The article 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Celebrating Halloween Around the Office by Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter for U.S. News an World Report highlights some of the things that employers and employees alike need to think about when it comes to celebrating Halloween in the office.

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: Celebrating halloween at work

October 30, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Giving Employees Time Off To Vote– A Manager’s FAQ Guide

Giving Employees Time Off To Vote– A Manager’s FAQ Guide

It’s voting season and one thing is certain. If you’re an employer you’ll soon hear the inevitable question: “Can I take time off to vote?”

In fact, considering current economic and social conditions, managers and HR personnel across the nation may be hearing that question more frequently than during typical mid-term elections.

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: election, employees voting, time off from work

October 16, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

What’s Better – Hiring Based On Experience Or On The Job Training?

What’s Better – Hiring Based On Experience Or On The Job Training?

Is it better for hiring managers to hire job candidates who have previous experience in the type of work that the job requires? Or does it make the most sense to hire an employee and then train your new hire on the job?

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: employee morale, employee motivation, Employee Training, on the job training, training employees

October 11, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

The Effect of Micromanaging Supervisors on Employee Turnover and Morale

The Effect of Micromanaging Supervisors on Employee Turnover and Morale

To micromanage based on the dictionary definition means “to manage especially with excessive control or attention to detail”. I know that you know that but I think it is so important to get that clarity.

Filed Under: Employee Retention & Engagement, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: best management practices, Management Tips, Micromanaging, tips on managing employees

October 9, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

ESBHR Podcast #31: The Business Consequences For Not Managing Your Employee’s Attendance

ESBHR Podcast #31: The Business Consequences For Not Managing Your Employee’s Attendance

As a supervisor, you can’t turn a blind eye to attendance issues. This HR podcast episode covers the consequences that businesses face when staff attendance issues are not properly managed including:

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Podcast, Policies and Procedures, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: Employee attendance

October 3, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock 1 Comment

How to Set a Social Media Policy for Your Staff

How to Set a Social Media Policy for Your Staff

Social media has become deeply ingrained in the lives of many individuals since Facebook’s rise to popularity, serving as a primary point of contact for friends and family in many instances. This leaves many companies in a precarious situation.

Filed Under: Dealing with Difficult Employees, Employee Performance, Employee Turnover, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: employee management, hr policy, Management Best Practices, social media, Social Media Policy, workplace policy

September 20, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Employee Crossing The Line? Remember Your A, B, C ‘s

Employee Crossing The Line? Remember Your A, B, C ‘s

Dealing with a difficult employee is about as exciting as pulling out your teeth with a set of rusty pliers. No matter how often you’ve been faced with inappropriate behaviorial issues, it’s all too easy to be taken aback by employees who cross the line at work.

Filed Under: Dealing with Difficult Employees, Managing Employees, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: dealing wit difficult employees, inappropriate employee behavior

September 18, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Should Your Intuition Influence Your Hiring Decision?

Should Your Intuition Influence Your Hiring Decision?

You stare at a resume or walk out of an interview and you have a feeling about this person. Your gut instinct is a firm “yes” or maybe a definite “no”.

Should you always “go with your gut” when hiring a new employee? What’s the harm?

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: hiring decision, interviewing techniques

September 14, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Eliminating Doubt: Gaining Confidence as a Manager

Eliminating Doubt: Gaining Confidence as a Manager

Do other managers seem to have high performing teams while you struggle to hold your team together? Do you sweat when you have to give your staff bad news or discipline a struggling employee? Learning to manage involves gaining the confidence you need to perform your job well.

Filed Under: Managing Employees, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: How to communicate effectively, improving management skills, learning to manage

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