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SHRM Essentials of Human Resources Management

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 31, 2012 | Human Resources, Training

SHRM Essentials® of HR Management- TCC Corporate Training Center at Alliance, Texas Registration ends September 28, 2012. If you’re new to human resources or need to strengthen your employee management skills, this program is for you! Learn the basics of HR to improve...

Can Companies Require an Annual Physical, Alcohol Test and/or Prescription Drug List?

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 18, 2012 | HR Compliance, Human Resources

Can you require an annual physical? An alcohol test? A prescription list? Generally, NO, NO, and NO! All employers should be aware of the EEOC’s Enforcement Guidance on Disability-Related Inquiries and Medical Examinations which has very strict guidelines for these...

Reclassifying Workers Properly – IRS is Giving Employers a Break!

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 1, 2012 | HR Legislative Updates, Human Resources

Many businesses can now resolve past worker classification issues at a low cost by voluntarily reclassifying their workers. Better yet, they don’t have to wait for an IRS audit to do so. By prospectively reclassifying workers, making a minimal payment and meeting a...

The Four Stages of Strategic Planning

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | May 1, 2012 | Human Resources

Strategic planning is a process that helps companies focus on how to succeed for the future. Every company, large or small, should participate in the strategic planning process at least every three years. This planning will help you, your customers and employees...

What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Apr 15, 2012 | HR Compliance, Human Resources

The Civil Rights Act was the nation’s first comprehensive anti-discrimination federal law making it illegal to discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act was passed to bring about equality in...

5 Ways Workplace Wellness Reduces Your Company Costs

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Mar 1, 2012 | Human Resources

The unhealthy behaviors of the United States workforce costs employers an average of $670 per employee annually according to the March 2011 Thomas Reuters Workforce Wellness Index. Despite the fact that the U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other nation in the...