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What Can Employers Expect In 2013

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jan 21, 2013 | Human Resources

Now that we know President Barack Obama will remain in office for the next four years, what can employers expect from a second-term Obama Presidency? Department of Labor (DOL) – Expect to see an increase in activity from these sub-agencies of the department:...

Health Care Premiums Projected to increase in 2013

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Dec 3, 2012 | Human Resources, Talent Management

In 2013, the average health care premium increases are projected to increase by 6.3 percent. Aon Hewitt’s analysis showed that in 2012: The average health care cost per employee is projected to be $11,888. . The employees’ portion of the total health care...

Survey Says: Bullying is Occurring in the Workplace

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Nov 12, 2012 | Human Resources

A new study conducted by CareerBuilder in 2012 found that 35% of respondents stated they felt bullied at work. This is up from 27% in 2011. What is disturbing in this new study is that 16 percent indicated that they suffered health related problems as a result of...

The #1 Employer Audit Reason in 2012

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Nov 5, 2012 | Human Resources

What was the #1 Employer Audit this Past Year? Wage & Hour! I am very pleased that many of you have found my blog posts both interesting and applicable to your business. Many of you have written to me about topics you were interested in and desire advice. The...

What Can Employers Require regarding Workplace Dress and Grooming?

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Oct 29, 2012 | Human Resources, Talent Management

In June 2012 the “Office Pulse” survey was conducted by Captivate on over 600 U.S. workers and found what employees consider acceptable and distracting in office attire varies by demographic factors including age, gender and professional status. Many of the polled...

Conflict In The Workplace: What Employers Should Know!

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Oct 1, 2012 | Human Resources, Talent Management

Whether it’s a case of petty gossip or a full-blown argument, such disagreements result in low morale, poor decision making, angry employees, expensive productivity loss, stress-related medical conditions, and an unbelievable amount of wasted time. And the worst...