Many managers over rate their subordinates. There is a tendency to emphasize the good and overlook the bad. The problem is when the employee gets terminated for performance related problems, what’s going to happen? In many cases the employee will contact a lawyer and win, costing the company a lot of money and time. Simples […]
Admit it, most people, myself included, would be a lot more interested in the Extra Fries vs. Exercise. The truth is sitting at your desk day after day could be as bad for you as those extra fries! You are expected to be at your desk working during the day, but your back hurts, your […]
Jan. 23 was the Trump administration’s first business day and the first day of a new era in employment eligibility verification. It’s when use of the latest Form I-9 became mandatory for employers that hire new employees. The new I-9 form is a “smart” PDF—available online and featuring dropdown menus, hover text with instructions and […]
Question: Our receptionist has bad hygiene and an unacceptable appearance. She looks as though she’s just rolled out of bed, her body odor is noticeable to customers and vendors, and her attire is often dirty, torn, or poor fitting. What is the best way to handle this situation? Answer: Poor hygiene and clothing are certainly sensitive matters, […]
Question: Currently, we pay our technicians $35 per day per diem for meals when they travel to attend training out of town. We have found that they sometimes eat very cheaply to save the money and pocket the difference. Do we have the option to reimburse them for the actual cost of meals using receipts […]
The following situations usually arise when firms use contractors. More often than not, the firms don’t think twice about the arrangement until the IRS or other government agency challenges how they classified the workers. Test your knowledge of the worker’s status in these scenarios: A company purchases supplies for the contractor to use in his […]
The headline may sound harsh but it is likely reality. There are many common mistakes made when you have that really good employee. Everyone likes them, they enjoy their job, and their work is above par. They go the extra mile and don’t complain. What is causing the change? Many times managers let their star […]
All companies have made the mistake of poor hiring decisions. In a rush to fill quota or just get some help, maybe you overlooked an important detail. Close to 80% of turnover can be attributed to bad hiring decisions, which can cost the company up to 150% of that person’s annual pay! Hiring the wrong […]
