Is it Time to Remove Anti-Gambling Rules from Employee Handbooks?
With the ubiquity and convenience of online gambling, are employer “no gambling” rules a bit anachronistic? Maybe so.
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July 11, 2024
Work Besties: The Secret to Modern Workplace Happiness
On platforms like Instagram and TikTok, the hashtag “#workbestie” has become increasingly popular. Research from Gallup consistently shows that employees who have close friends at work are more engaged and productive.
July 8, 2024
2024 Pay Trends: Key Findings from the ASE Compensation Survey
The 2024 ASE Compensation Survey provides a detailed look into salary trends across Michigan, reflecting the dynamic nature of the job market and economic conditions.
July 6, 2024
Despite Two Court Rulings on Legality, DOL Salary Threshold Rule Went Into Effect July 1st
On Monday, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule changing the salary level test from $684/week to $844/week took effect as scheduled.
July 5, 2024
Major Developments from the Supreme Court
Two recent decisions by the Supreme Court will have implications for HR. First was the Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, No. 22-451 (2024) decision.
July 4, 2024
Soft Fridays: A Look at Codeword’s Experiment
Summer Fridays have been around for a while now, but have you heard of Soft Fridays?
July 3, 2024
Beyond Degrees: The Rising Importance of Apprenticeships
When seeking qualified talent, employers often put too strong of an emphasis on a college degree, while overlooking important skills acquired through alternative routes.
July 1, 2024
Fostering Psychological Safety in Teams
Psychological safety is the foundation of a healthy and high-performing team. Harvard Professor Amy Edmondson's seminal research highlights its critical role in today's knowledge economy.
June 30, 2024
Say What? Your Guide to Decoding Modern Acronyms: From ALICE to FIRE
Can you tell the difference between an ALICE and a HENRY? Are you familiar with the term DINK? Have you heard of the FIRE movement?
June 28, 2024
Ingraining and Sustaining Employee Recognition: A Guide for Leaders
Many organizations have a recognition program of some kind, but the majority focus on recognizing tenure. This form of recognition is a dated way of recognizing employees and has less of an impact on organizational …
June 27, 2024
New Report Shows Workers Would Rather Go to Their Dentist Than to HR
A recent survey by job site MyPerfectResume found that of 1000 respondents 86% of workers fear their human resources representative.
June 25, 2024
7 Guidelines for Protecting Outside Workers from Heat
With the recent excessive heat warnings in Michigan it is critical for employers to ensure the the safety and well-being of employees working outdoors.
June 24, 2024
The Role of Training in Building Your Company’s Succession Plan
Google defines succession planning as a business strategy companies use to pass leadership roles down to another employee or group of employees.
June 23, 2024
The Importance of Mental Health in the Workplace: A Key to Employee Wellbeing
June is Men’s Mental Health month. Mental health has become a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing. For employers, recognizing the importance of mental health in the workplace is not just an ethical obligation but a …
June 21, 2024
Top Performing Companies Are Proactive, Transparent, and Communicative About Pay
Payscale Inc., ASE partner and the leading provider of compensation data, software and services, released its 2024 Top Performers Report.
June 20, 2024
Mid-Year Michigan Employment and Labor Legislation Update
140 Michigan employment and labor bills have been introduced since the start of the current legislative session back in January 2023.
June 19, 2024
Understanding the EEOC’s Approach to Religious Accommodations
In Groff v. DeJoy, 600 U.S. 447 (2023), the U.S. Supreme Court raised the bar on denying religious accommodations from showing an "undue hardship" in making the accommodation to incur "substantial increased costs" compared to the …
June 18, 2024
Stormy Kromer CEO Gina Thorsen named 2024 Small Business Advocate of the Year
LANSING, MI – The Small Business Association of Michigan has honored Gina Thorsen, CEO of Stormy Kromer outdoor-wear brand, as its 2024 Advocate of the Year.
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