HR Compliance
The Security Lens: Risk-Based Adjudication for F, M, and J Visa Categories
A central focus of the program is identifying risk indicators that may not be immediately obvious. You will learn about the specific risk assessment methodologies used in adjudicating F, M, and J visas. Understanding how factors like an applicant’s background, country of origin, or program type influence risk profiles would provide a nuanced perspective on decision-making in visa processing. Visa ..
AI and Human Resources: The Great Opportunity!
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. It is rapidly transforming all aspects of running a business, including human resources. AI has been embedded into everything from hiring applications to human resource information systems, surveying tools, and more. There are also AI platforms like ChatGPT, which can be used independently. Understanding how artificial intelligence can help you to be more productive ..
Developing a Code of Conduct for a Respectful Workplace
A Code of Conduct is not just a document – it’s a critical organizational tool for aligning employee behavior with organizational values, fostering a culture of integrity, and ensuring long-term business success. Employers should develop a Code of Conduct to establish clear expectations, promote ethical behavior, and protect the organization from legal, reputational, and operational risks. Additionall..
AI Revolution in HR: Beyond Automation
This lecture explores the AI revolution in HR, moving beyond the hype of automation to reveal its strategic implications. We'll delve into the advanced applications of AI, including predictive analytics, personalized learning, and intelligent talent acquisition. Attendees will learn how to leverage AI to enhance decision-making in areas such as performance management, employee development, and workforce pla..
What Should You Do If You Were Sexually Harassed at Work?
So, why is this issue important to you, companies, large and small businesses, and other organizations NOW? The fact is that the issue of sexual harassment and sexual misconduct in the workplace has been around, discussed, and litigated for years! However, in recent years and months alone, at least 40 powerful men in entertainment, business, and the news media have been publicly condemned for their alleged ..
Exempt vs. Non-Exempt and How the FLSA Defines Each
A review of the most up-to-date requirements to make sure you are handling your employee base correctly from a Department of Labor and Fair Labor Standards Act perspective. After this webinar, you will understand.Areas Covered Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) detailsWhat is the FLSA, and why is it so importantWho is covered under the FLSAHow does the FLSA define:- An Employee- Temp Employees Independent Cont..
Building Psychologically Safe Workplaces: Strategies for HR Leaders
Psychological safety is a critical element of a healthy workplace culture. Coined by Harvard researcher Amy Edmondson, it refers to the shared belief that it’s safe to take interpersonal risks — to speak up, offer ideas, ask questions, or admit mistakes without fear of humiliation. For HR leaders, psychological safety is not just a concept to promote, but a foundation to embed in hiring, onboarding, pe..
From Claims to Culture: A Holistic Approach to Workers’ Compensation
This holistic session explores how workers’ compensation can become a strategic asset when embedded into the fabric of an organization’s culture. Rather than operating as an isolated risk management tool, workers’ comp can reflect—and reinforce—how a company lives its values, supports its people, and delivers on its mission.We will start by examining the disconnect between claims management and organization..
From In-House HR Professional to Solo HR Entrepreneur: 5 Key Lessons for Success from a Seasoned Freelancer
Starting your own business is exciting, especially if you’ve been working for (large) organizations for a long time. Finally, you’re fully in charge of how you organize your day, what clients you work with, etc. But what some people forget, or don’t consider enough, is the other side of working for yourself. How do you make sure you get paid enough, for example? What are the taxes going to be like? Where wi..
How to Transform Existing Wellbeing Practices. From Burning out to Flourishing
Let’s cut through the noise: most employee wellbeing programs are failing, and the data show this. Burnout is rising. Engagement is falling. Stress-related absenteeism is surging. And despite companies spending billions on wellness solutions, leaders are still asking, “Why isn’t any of this working?”Here’s why: Most well-being initiatives are reactive. They’re built to treat symptoms, not solve ro..
Skill-First Hiring: Why Education and Years of Experience Are Less Important for Many Jobs
Hiring is one of the most important decisions an organization makes, yet many hiring processes rely on assumptions and guesswork. Resumes highlight the polished version of a candidate. Interviews often reward confidence over competence. And common filters like college degrees or years of experience are treated as reliable predictors of performance, even though they rarely tell the full story.This webinar in..
Independent Contractors- Are They Independent or Aren’t They
In this webinar, we’ll define what independent contractors and employees are. You’ll be provided with examples, and you'll explore the pros and cons of classifying someone as an independent contractor. You’ll also learn the penalties for misclassifying them. We’ll cover the business relationships, pros and cons, how an independent contractor is taxed and deductions they can take, penalties for misclassifica..
New to HR? Building Trust and Achieving Success in HR
Stepping into a Human Resources role is more than just starting a job — it’s stepping into a mission that shapes the very heart of an organization. As a new HR professional, you have the unique opportunity to build bridges, inspire trust, and champion a workplace where people feel valued, heard, and empowered. Your actions, conversations, and decisions have the power to create lasting positive change. Succe..
Utilizing a Proven Process When Conducting Sensitive, Internal Investigations
An internal investigation is a formal inquiry to determine whether workplace policies or regulatory practices have been violated. Investigations can follow:A complaintAllegationSuspicion of misconductFraudHarassment accusationsOr many other reasons covered by federal, state, and/or local employment laws.The goal of any internal investigation is to obtain a straightforward view of the facts:What happened?Whe..
2024 EEOC and Employers: Investigating Claims of Harassment and Discrimination
Organizations have legal and moral responsibilities to support diversity in their workplaces and to ensure compliance with all equal employment opportunity rules and regulations. Unfortunately, workplaces have not always been welcoming to women and minorities, and many people have faced prejudicial behavior when seeking employment or while on the job.While laws like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 have improve..