by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Aug 17, 2015 | HR Legislative Updates, Human Resources
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released guidance for employers regarding the agency’s enforcement efforts on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals under federal employment discrimination laws. The EEOC has...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 27, 2015 | Human Resources
Many organizations can get confused about retirement options for their employees. Please seek qualified financial guidance if you are trying to decide what type of plan to offer employees. Furthermore, these retirement plans are governed by the Employee Retirement...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 20, 2015 | Human Resources, Talent Management
The millennial generation has been the most studied cohort to date because of the massive demographic of that generation. Clearly the Millennial generation will redefine the workplace and demand very different 21st century practices. Organizations should understand...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 13, 2015 | Human Resources
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) changed union election procedures effective April 14, 2015. What can employers do immediately? Training managers and supervisors on the new process. Develop an action team to plan for potential organizing attempts. Below are...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 6, 2015 | Human Resources
How Can Employers Reduce Litigation Exposure? Here Are the Top 15 Best Practices.Unfortunately, employees can sue their employers for just about anything. Here are the top 15 ways to minimize your risks!Consistent application of rules/policies. Being inconsistent can...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 29, 2015 | Human Resources
Contribution and Out-of-Pocket Limits for Health Savings Accounts and High-Deductible Health Plans For 2016For 2015ChangeHSA contribution limit(employer + employee)Individual: $3,350Family: $6,750Individual: $3,350Family: $6,650Individual:no changeFamily: +$100HSA...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 22, 2015 | Human Resources, Talent Management
Do You Know What Interview Questions to Ask Millennials?When interviewing Millennials, try these questions to learn about the applicant and determine if the applicant fits your organization!1. Would you rather be an inventor or a leader? This question will allow you...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 15, 2015 | HR Compliance
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has release a new compliance poster. The last poster was updated in 2007.OSHA’s compliance poster is free and can be downloaded here.Employers must display the poster on their employee bulletin boards. The new...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 8, 2015 | Human Resources, Talent Management
by Andrea Losa (Millennial Latina)In an article on the Business 2 Community website, “Why Should Your Company Hire Generation Y Employees?” author Nathan Rossiter highlights a number of advantages that companies should not overlook when considering Generation Y...
by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 1, 2015 | Human Resources, Talent Management
Many managers and employees use the terms coaching and mentoring in the same breathe yet they are very different. In the 21st century workplace, both are imperative to support employee development and engagement. Below are the top 5 differences between coaching and...
