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Guess what, millennials? We now make up the largest generation in the workforce. In other words, rolled ice cream is here to stay! As baby boomers transition out of the workplace, the leadership opportunities trend upward as well, leaving millennials in prime positioning to take on more responsibilities. But because of this generation’s tendency to […]

 In an ever-changing work landscape filled with 24/7 expectations and an always-on mentality, sleep is often the last item on the to-do list. Sometimes it’s overlooked completely. Indeed, Harvard research found that insomnia leads to the loss of 11.3 days’ worth of productivity each calendar year, or $2,280 per worker. According to Forbes, insomnia may […]

On Dec. 21, the U.S. Equal Employment Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to address and prevent workplace harassment within state and local government sectors. It is crucial that all employers, public or private understand its contents. With the signing of this memorandum, the two entities have […]

You found a list of potential employees who fit your restaurant’s needs. Great! But in the middle of your celebratory cartwheel, you think, “What’s next?” To create a cohesive team that fulfills your restaurant’s vision, an effective hiring and onboarding process is key. The right process can affect employee turnover and commitment to your business. […]

Let’s suppose one of your employees appeared on the game show Family Feud. Host Steve Harvey prompts one of your people with this: “Name something your employer does to make you feel valued, other than a paycheck.” What would he or she say? How do you know? Are you sure? Culture counts First things first: […]

They say money isn’t everything. But try telling that to someone who’s having financial difficulties. For them, it can seem like the end of the world. It’s distracting, stressful and can lead to feelings of utter hopelessness. Inevitably, we all face financial uncertainty in our lifetimes. In fact, recent data shows an overwhelming majority of […]

If you’re like most HR leaders, you’re constantly asking how can you spend more time on the strategic and relational parts of your role rather than the dreaded paper pushing. But while the typical HR department still spends nearly 60% of their time on transactional and operational HR, the best spend less than 40% of […]

According to the Society for Human Resource Management, 62% of employers outsource their Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Even if you use an external service for your EAP, the reality is your HR department still serves as the liaison between your employees and that provider. A key part of that role includes interpreting the results of […]

Despite a federal judge’s Dec. 14 ruling that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is unconstitutional, the existing law remains in effect and employers should continue to abide by it for now. The case of Texas v. Azar was brought to federal court by the attorneys general of 20 states, who argued that when Congress zeroed […]

The holiday season can be full of highs and lows: Finding and buying the perfect gift for those you love – but also, added financial anxiety. Finding ways to relax during time off – but despite our best efforts, thoughts of the looming backlog of work. Parties to throw and attend – and the continual […]

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five American adults lives with a mental illness, and one in 25 lives with one that seriously interferes with major life activities. Among individuals aged 18-44 – a large group of working-age Americans – mental health disorders such as major depression and bipolar disorder are […]

Ah, the holiday season. Presents, family and food are on the horizon, as are a few holiday jingles that will haunt you for the next few months. The ever-anticipated office party is also in the works to celebrate another successful year for you and your employees. Though the office party should be a fun time […]