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More Mothers of Small Children Are Working Than Ever Before The number of mothers of small children who are working is higher than ever before, and the trend is likely to continue. The reasons for this increase are varied, but largely center around the fact that more and more women are entering the workforce in […]

What California Employers Should Know When Hiring Minors The state of California is home to many businesses and organizations, and with that comes the need to hire minors. Before employing minors under the age of 18, it’s important for employers in the state to understand the laws and regulations that apply to this segment of

Advocacy group names 100 ‘most overpaid’ CEOs, urges shareholder action: In recent news, the nonprofit advocacy group As You Sow has compiled a list of the 100 “most overpaid” CEOs in the nation. This list is based on shareholder return and executive pay rates of publicly traded companies in the United States. A few companies

The Fine Art of Managing Freelancers As the landscape of the American workforce continues to evolve, the need for freelance workers is becoming more and more common. With the ongoing rise in remote work, recent layoffs and the fear of a recession, the need for freelancers is increasing. As companies look to fill short-term or

Job Offer Letters: What to Include and Exclude As a Human Resources executive, I understand how important it is to craft job offer letters that will not only attract the best talent to your company, but also retain them for the long-term. Crafting the perfect job offer letter can be tricky; you don’t want to

Negligent Hiring Risk Less Than Employers Believe When it comes to making hiring decisions, employers have long been hesitant to hire people with criminal histories out of fear of being sued for negligent hiring. But recent research shows that the risk of such litigation is far less common than employers may think. In fact, the

On March 9, General Motors (GM) announced a voluntary buyout program for most of its salaried workers. This move reflects a broader economic downturn occurring across a variety of industries, and is a sign of the times that is being felt by workers in a variety of sectors. The automotive industry has long been a

How to Update Benefits Policies to Better Support Indigenous Workers Indigenous workers are a valuable part of the global workforce, yet they often face unique challenges in the workplace. Indigenous workers may face discrimination, a lack of access to resources, and cultural barriers. It is the responsibility of employers to ensure that their workplace is

Introduction As a Human Resources executive of a fortune 500 company, I am here to provide valuable information, tips, and tricks to other HR professionals around the world. The H-2B visa program has been a hot topic of debate in recent years, and its issues have recently been magnified even further as it reaches its

It’s every employee’s dream to receive a promotion at work. After all, it’s a sign of recognition that you’re doing a good job and that the company values your hard work and effort. But, is a promotion always the right move to make? Should you ever turn down a promotion? The answer to this question