WHAT did you say about me? Employment References and Negligent Hiring

Employees come and go.  And part of that process often involves checking or providing references for future, current or former employees.  What you say, or don’t say, could leave an employee asking, “What did you say about me?” This very simple question is the underlying reason why businesses need to have an employment reference policy.…

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Who’s Dating Who? – Office Romances

February – the “love” month!  Red roses, chocolate candy, and….broken hearts?  (Somebody say, “ouch”!)   While certainly love (and consequently, broken hearts) happen in life, it becomes particularly awkward and challenging when it occurs in the workplace.  The rumors of “who’s dating who” in the workplace can be a hot topic.  And an equally hot mess…

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Way Back in 2017

We have now embarked on a brand new year. It is 2018 and every time a new clock turns on the year it’s time to think about how we can be better next year. So how are we going to be better in the New Year. From an HR perspective, the truth of the matter…

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Job Descriptions- Are Yours Legal Proof?

It may seem like a small thing, but it can end up being a big thing – and an expensive one as well.  Job descriptions are critically important to not only the employee but also the organization, as it serves as a base for almost everything an organization does for their employee – compensation, performance…

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Top 10 Employee Handbook Mistakes

Employee Handbooks.  An essential part of any organization that provides expectations and rights to employees, and provides employers with guidelines in which to govern their business as it relates to policy.  Understanding the most common employee handbook mistakes, and how to avoid them is critical to any business, no matter the size.  Here are the…

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Is Your Business I-9 Compliant?

Many employers assume that they are in compliance with the INS guidelines for collecting and maintaining their employees’ I-9 documentation.  But are you sure?  Here are 10 quick “Do’s and Don’t’s” as it relates to I-9 documentation.  Some of them may surprise you! DO – require all new hires to complete Section 1 on their first…

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“Day Without Immigrants” Causes Backlash For Some Employees

Last Thursday was “A Day Without Immigrants”, and in solidarity, numerous cities across the country were the stage for protests. walkouts, closed businesses and days missed from school. While on the surface, this protest like others, served as an opportunity for many to express their right to march and protest against potential legislation that may possibly…

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Postponed FLSA – There Is Still Action To Take!

This time last month, just about everyone who had employees was sweating bullets over the looming FLSA new law deadline, that is now past and….not in effect (yet!)  So what does this mean now?  Employers don’t have to do ANYTHING?  Not quite!  Although the new threshold for salary is not currently changing, there are still other…

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HRPro4You, LLC Launches New Website!

Over the last several months, I’ve been working hard on some new and exciting developments to share with Career Professionals and Corporate Clients.  And TODAY I’ve got such exciting news to share.  HRPro4You, LLC has a new website! As a business owner, you’ll learn all about how to #EmbraceHR – and what it means to…

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3 Things Businesses Can Learn from the Olympics

Well it’s officially over.  The summer Olympic games of 2016 have concluded and we can all go back to our regularly scheduled programming, which is already in progress. Over the last few weeks, the world has witnessed some truly amazing displays of athleticism. We’ve all watched these talented athletes, often with baited breath, compete on the world’s…

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Why Businesses Need to EmbraceHR

  If you are a small to mid-sized business that is struggling with going from plateau to profitability, HR could be one of the aspects of your business that needs so “love”.  EMBRACE IT!! Listen to my podcast with Lisa Anderson, Strategic Business Advisor with Anavo Transformation Solutions and learn how your business can EmbraceHR…

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