News & Resources

NLRB Issues New Definition of ‘Joint Employer’

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) tightened up the definition of "joint employer" in a final rule announced Feb. 25.

February 25, 2020

7 Soft Skills Every Team Needs

Soft skills include a range of competencies from communications to problem solving to collaboration. They are different than technical skills for sure, but they are no less essential to success. In fact, a recent LinkedIn survey of …

February 21, 2020

Social Media – The Newest Addiction?

We often think about young people, and in particular, teenagers, as being negatively affected by social media. However, social media is also having a negative impact on adults, and in some ways, is negatively impacting …

February 20, 2020

Shadow Boards – A Fresh Perspective

Shadow boards are a new concept where organizations put together a group of non-executive employees that work with senior management on strategic initiatives. They help organizations solve two problems – disengaged younger workers and keeping …

February 20, 2020

Keeping Up With Cannabis in the Workplace in Michigan

ASE is monitoring Michigan’s experience with recreational marijuana and its impact on the workplace. Though not providing too much in the way of new information a recent article provided by CCH Ideas and Trends puts …

February 15, 2020

Are You Ready for HR Disruption?

From technology to employee and applicant expectation, HR is never going to be the same. And depending on the administrations, additional costs and burdens will have to be accounted for, while working with a much …

February 12, 2020

When Work E-Mail Stops You from Getting Work Done

In a December 2019 report, Forrester Research Inc. laid out a bold proposal for an "employee experience" bill of rights. One of the proposal's tenets: Enable workers to boost their productivity by focusing on vital …

February 10, 2020

New Form I-9 Now Available

As expected, a new version of the I-9 employment eligibility verification form has been issued. The new edition of the Form I-9 is dated 10/21/2019 but will not become mandatory until May 1. Through April …

February 7, 2020

Happy Valentine’s Day! Time for Review of Effective Inter-Office Dating Policies

With Valentine’s Day coming up in just over a week, what better time to gaze at employer policies addressing relationships as well as review non-discrimination policies that employers passionately hope will keep them out of trouble.

February 6, 2020

Super Monday – The Impact of Unplanned Absenteeism

Whether your team won or lost on Sunday, Super Bowl LIV may seem to be a distant memory; however, a recent survey conducted by Workforce Institute at Kronos indicates that effects of Super Bowl Sunday …

February 2, 2020

ASE releases 2020 Starting Salaries for Co-op Students and Recent College Graduates Survey

ASE released the 2020 Starting Salaries for Co-op Students and Recent College Graduates Survey. The annual survey provides a comprehensive look at the current state of wages and benefits provided to co-op students and recent …

January 29, 2020

4 Ways to Engage and Retain Millennials

Many companies don’t cater to the particular needs of the younger generation and are losing them in droves as a result. Like any demographic, these young adults have their own expectations for their workplaces.

January 25, 2020

Chief People Officers Must Prepare for Future

Most chief people officers (CPOs) realize they need new skills to meet the demand of the 21st century role, but few are prepared, citing a lack of development and investment from the C-suite.

January 24, 2020

Employers Should Be Prepared for a Tough Flu Season

This year’s flu season is predicted to be one of the worst in decades.

January 23, 2020

McLean & Company Releases 2020 HR Trends Report

ASE’s partner, McLean & Company, has released the ASE edition of its 2020 HR Trends Report. This report highlights ways traditional HR practices and assumptions are being challenged as we transition into this new decade.

January 17, 2020

Recruiting Trends for 2020

In 2019, many Talent Acquisition teams faced challenges and changes. And based on Glassdoor’s Chief Economist Dr. Andrew Chamberlain’s predictions, there is more to come in 2020.

January 16, 2020

Simple Ways to Show Employee Appreciation

The more employees feel valued and appreciated, the more willing they are to work harder.

December 23, 2019

Wellness: Healthy Business Owners, Healthy Employees, Healthy Business

Staying healthy can be key to keeping your small business up and running.