HR Compliance
Delivering Feedback to Non-Receptive Employees
Delivering Feedback to Non-Receptive Employees is a transformative course that empowers leaders to navigate feedback conversations with confidence and empathy. While the task of feedback may not be particularly exciting and fun, it is essential for managers and leaders to engage in constructive feedback conversations to foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee development.In this course, part..
Diversity Programs under the Trump Administration: How to Comply without Compromising Culture
As organizations move to comply with the Trump Administration orders, leaders at all levels are tasked with navigating the complexities that arise from these shifts. In an increasingly diverse workforce, it is essential for HR professionals to understand ways to continue building a strong organizational culture, employee morale, and diversity initiatives.The challenge has been twofold: addressing the gaps i..
Electronic Recordkeeping for HR Professionals
Maintaining employment records in an electronic format provides employers with the convenience of eliminating the need to provide physical storage space and is cost-effective. While the storage of electronic personnel files is legal, employers must be aware of key legislation governing HR Records. Areas Covered How to set up an electronic filing system for your HR Records?Key HR Record Reten..
Emojis, AI, Algorithms, Vulnerable Workers and Systemic Harassment – YIKES! Are You Ready to Apply the New Proposed EEOC Guidelines and Court Rulings?
A court in Louisiana found a winking smiley face coupled with a narrative about a colleague’s good looks, to be flirtatious and offensive. But was it illegal? Saying the N-word one time may be severe enough for the case to go to court or can it?You are used to knowing about the typical issues around harassment so what in the world is going on now!? What is it with emojis, and AI? You have been in Human Reso..
Emotional Intelligence: The Cornerstone of Leadership Success
During this time when people are stressed out, angry, and maybe even sick, we need leaders who have high Emotional Intelligence or EQ. Simply put, your ability to demonstrate EQ during times of rapid change and uncertainty will define your leadership legacy.Areas CoveredHow leaders with high EQ establish psychological safety zones that enhance innovation, engagement, and performanceSpecific ways to leverage..
Exempt or Non-Exempt? Proper Worker Classification Under the New FLSA Overtime Rule
The new rule will become effective on July 1, 2024, so employers need to be prepared for these changes. The new rule makes significant changes in which of your employees will now qualify to be “exempt” and therefore not be entitled to overtime. Employees who were previously classified as exempt will now need to be reclassified to non-exempt employees and will then be entitled to overtime. Employers need to ..
Fringe Benefits Taxation
Participants with walk away with a better understanding of the IRS view on fringe benefits taxation. The details of the IRC exceptions allowed by the IRS will be detailed and explained to participants. Participants v/s Companies are providing more fringe benefits to employers more than ever before, thus reduces company costs but raises employee morale. Because of this, the IRS has more to say on what Fringe..
From Burned Out to Built Up: How to Build Team Resilience
As the future rushes toward us at dizzying speeds, teams today need to be more resilient than ever before. Resilience helps teams adapt to constant change, pivot quickly, stay motivated, and not just weather challenges or adversity, but grow stronger in the face of them. Practices promoting a resilient workforce can contribute to significant bottom-line impact through increased productivity, lower absenteei..
From Diversity to Divisiveness: When DEI Initiatives Backfire
This speaker delves into the intricate complexities of DEI initiatives, examining the factors that contribute to unintended consequences. We will explore the psychological and sociological dynamics that can lead to resentment and division, including issues such as perceived favoritism, backlash against perceived "woke" culture, and the challenges of balancing competing interests. Attendees will learn to ide..
Fundamentals of Form W-2 Processing and Preparation
Form W-2 is the baseline payroll tax forms that as payroll professions we are constantly dealing with. Everyday changes are occurring that effect how we handle these forms. It is critical to stay on top of current rules and regulations regarding these critical forms.Areas Covered Employer notification requirements and important deadlines Form W-2Lock in letters from the IRS and how to handleCurrent changes ..
Future HR Trends and Innovation
The workplace has undergone significant transformations in recent years, with HR professionals at the forefront of these changes. This webinar, “Future HR Trends and Innovation,” explores how organizations can effectively respond to these shifts by adopting innovative approaches and leveraging technology. Key topics include addressing challenges in hybrid work, prioritizing employee well-being, implementing..
Handling Payroll Overpayments
As much as payroll professionals complete audits and validations each payroll, unfortunately, mistakes happen and employees get overpaid. Once an employee has been overpaid getting the money back is only one challenge, payroll professionals are faced with how to untangle the tax and compliance requirements when getting money back from employees. This webinar will give participants the tools to analyze all t..
Handling Sensitive Dress Code Issues
Since employees typically are the first contact made with a company it is often necessary to control that image projected. In the past, employers used dress and appearance policies to help employees work comfortably and safely while still projecting a professional image to clients, customers and future employees. Over the years employers have also used dress and appearance policies to help create an employm..
Handling Sensitive Dress Code Issues without Getting Sued
Employers realize that their employees typically are the "face" of the company, and employers are finding it increasingly advisable to control that image. HR, which is frequently responsible for policy development, must work with other parts of the organization to ensure that dress codes are managed consistently and fairly. Dress and appearance policies now require organizations to develop strategies that a..
Hiring and Retaining in this Crazy Economy
Don has delivered this presentation to dozens of CEO and HR groups in the past few months. Employers are faced with The Great Resignation and The Great Quit, placing their companies and existing employees under enormous pressures. Since hiring and retention are closely related challenges, they are addressed together in this fast-moving presentation. Areas Covered How to decide who to hireEmployee referrals ..