by connecttohr | Aug 22, 2014 | Employment Best Practices, Legal/ Compliance, Termination, Uncategorized
In my last blog we talked about the Termination Checklist and how it’s important to ensure there are no loose ends when an employee terminates voluntarily or is fired.  It’s also important to know, when issuing the final paycheck, what you can and cannot deduct from...				
					 
			
					
				
															
					
					 by connecttohr | Jul 25, 2014 | HR News for Small Businesses, Legal/ Compliance, Uncategorized
If you are a San Francisco employer, here’s a reminder about some SF-specific ordinances that can be costly if you don’t comply. Also, for those of you who look to foreign nationals to fill certain skill needs, the H1-B cap has been reached for this year. This year...				
					 
			
					
				
															
					
					 by connecttohr | Jun 26, 2014 | Employee Development, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Uncategorized
According to Gallup research, companies with highly engaged employees report 22% higher profitability,  37% lower absenteeism, and 48% fewer safety incidents. Clearly, making the effort to keep your employees engaged and motivated is good for business. There are many...				
					 
			
					
				
															
					
					 by connecttohr | Dec 16, 2013 | Uncategorized
Believe it or not, 2013 is nearly over. Before you take off for the holidays, be sure you have reviewed and completed those HR items you need to finish before year end. Here’s a checklist for you: Order any updated Federal and State Labor Law Posters. Review your...				
					 
			
					
				
															
					
					 by connecttohr | Nov 25, 2013 | Uncategorized
In my last blog I wrote about the benefits that community service provides to teams, individuals and corporations, as well as to the organizations served. Now it’s time to start planning how you and your team are going to be “helping hands” to those in need this...				
					 
			
					
				
															
					
					 by connecttohr | Nov 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
Group dinners and ping pong tournaments have their place in developing team camaraderie and cohesion.  And there are many, more elaborate (and costly) activities available to challenge team strength and build intra-team trust. In this season of giving, however,...