Insperity

JANUARY 19, 2021

The bare minimum HR functions any organization should have in place are: Recruiting and interviewing Processing payroll Enrolling employees in benefits and administering benefits programs Performance management and training Disciplinary actions and terminations. Without a doubt, every organization needs an HR presence. HR tasks vs. strategy.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

In those cases, from a legal and compliance standpoint, your organization’s role is to gather as many details as you can about how the injury happened, such as: The time and date when the employee was hurt The activity that preceded the injury The nature of the injury. Despite your emphasis on work-from-home safety, injuries may happen.

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Success

OCTOBER 15, 2024

However,” she adds, “there’s still significant room for improvement regarding how these candidates are perceived and evaluated during the interview process.” He specifically positioned his disability as a strength in his latest job interview, leaning into the sense of empathy that his disability has granted him.

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Mad in America

MAY 15, 2024

Listen to the audio of the interview here. I said to myself, “If I can develop a way to work that brings me more satisfaction, if I can develop a paradigm that can survive considering the legalities, I think my life is going to be better.” And from a legal perspective, I’m just following the same rules in my textbooks.

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Insperity

JULY 25, 2019

Though it may be used in legal contexts, many people with disabilities don’t see themselves as damaged, but simply different. It conveys a specific legal meaning and should be used in certain contexts. Consider using the terms “adjustment” or “modification” when legal terminology isn’t required. Interview as normal.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The authors of the report, Professor Phoebe Moore and Dr Gwendolin Barnard draw on research, interviews, and surveys to warn of potential risks tied to the deployment of these systems while highlighting opportunities for positive outcomes if used responsibly.

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Mad in America

JULY 10, 2024

Listen to the audio of the interview here. Social prescriptions, like I said, also apply to food, money, housing support, legal support—because those things affect our health too, right? By the way, direct marketing of prescription drugs is only legal in the United States and New Zealand. How old are you? I am 31 years old.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Consider these results of a 2017 CareerBuilder survey : The average cost of one bad hire is nearly $15,000, factoring in the recruiting, interviewing and selection process; training; and salary. Common qualities associated with bad hires include people who: Misrepresent their skills or knowledge during the recruiting and interview phases.

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Insperity

JUNE 21, 2022

A company may be an inanimate legal entity, but it’s made up of humans and behaviors. Notably, they should be available for interviews to provide more details when necessary. False information can damage your company’s credibility or put your organization at legal risk. It’s the same thing with companies. Write the report.

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Insperity

JANUARY 15, 2019

Long ago, child labor was common and legal. At the turn of the last century, workers had few legal protections from wage theft or unsafe working conditions. Companies in many parts of the country are now forbidden from asking a job candidate to reveal their salary history during the application or interview process.

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Insperity

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Every organization should work to prevent disparate impact and disparate treatment of its employees, to create a healthy workplace culture, attract the best possible talent and avoid legal consequences. That impact can lead to legal consequences like class-action lawsuits, even if the discrimination is unintentional.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Remember: A resume reveals only about 10% of the information uncovered in an actual interview. If your military employee deploys for weeks or even months, your company is legally required to hold their job for them for the duration of the deployment.

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Insperity

AUGUST 23, 2018

It’s the same thought process you would use if you interviewed someone with an identifiable or obvious disability (e.g., You should always: Consult with your trusted HR or legal professional. Hiring someone on the autistic spectrum should be much like hiring anyone to work for your company. blind, deaf or wheelchair-bound).

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Work Life

APRIL 15, 2024

A few years ago, I did my first interview as a C-level executive. Certainly, it was not the first time I had been asked an inappropriate question in a job interview, but those previous instances had happened much earlier in my tech career. I ended the interview promptly. What makes an interview question inappropriate?

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Insperity

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Five-Factor based personality tests are best for: Pre-employment screening Generating meaningful interview questions. This data would also help create a legal defense if you were to receive a discrimination claim. The Predictive Index (PI) assessments. Creating inconvenience.

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Work Life

JANUARY 17, 2024

While some employers are using increasingly sophisticated approaches to recruiting such as psychometric testing and artificial intelligence, interviews remain one of the most common selection methods. If you have been invited to a job interview, congratulations, as it likely means you have been shortlisted for the role.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

After conducting executive interviews, investors can quickly uncover misalignment between what that shared vision is supposed to be and what the current leadership team seems ready to support. This is a red flag because the situation must be corrected to comply with labor laws and to reduce financial and legal risks.

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Insperity

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Legal requirements aside, you want your people to have a professional growth and development mindset in which they take the initiative, continually want to improve and are able to adapt well to change. How to pinpoint whether a job candidate is a learner at heart: In job interviews, discuss your company’s commitment to continual learning.

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Insperity

MARCH 27, 2018

Until recently, it was fairly standard practice to ask job candidates about salary history in interviews or on job applications. However, these new restrictions pose some challenges for the individuals or teams responsible for a company’s hiring process, especially those recruiting and interviewing candidates. But not anymore.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Alas, this common oversight can put a company in a vulnerable position, perhaps one that can result in a costly lawsuit or legal fees. Many companies do exit interviews but not enough conduct stay interviews. Risk mitigation also often gets overlooked while leaders are focused on growing their businesses.

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Insperity

MAY 23, 2019

Owning and operating a business is inherently risky – financially, legally, personally. When challenged, an employee with poor decision-making skills (informed by negative past experiences) might make a decision that puts your company in legal jeopardy. However, people can carry around biases and bad habits.

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Insperity

OCTOBER 24, 2017

During the interview process, he or she stood out from the pack with a great résumé, enthusiastic personality and the skill set you sought. These documents show that you’ve made an effort to help your employee be successful, and may help decrease legal liability for your company. How often has this happened to you?

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Insperity

APRIL 11, 2019

In the realm of a rising tide lifts all boats, make sure all your hiring managers keep other departments in mind when screening and interviewing candidates. Focus on the person’s skills, attitudes and whether they’re well prepared for the interview. Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.? Focus on retention.

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Insperity

JULY 21, 2015

There may be surveys , leadership interviews or focus groups. Some communication will have to be vetted by your legal counsel to ensure the information is accurate and aligned with the merger agreement. Some organizations will have their people interview for their jobs to ensure there is alignment moving forward.

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Insperity

AUGUST 31, 2015

Training them on interviewing and selection skills is of particular necessity for new managers, as discrimination and other pitfalls can often show up in the hiring process. Your best bet is to research the laws in your state or consult your legal counsel. How can you encourage employee participation?

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Insperity

JUNE 23, 2022

These individuals can share responsibilities for reviewing applications, interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions. It invites job candidates to notify your company of any accommodations they may require during the application and interview process. For example, maybe someone has a physical issue climbing stairs.

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Insperity

JANUARY 28, 2021

That team may include your: Hiring managers HR team Legal staff or counsel. Questions the team should consider when developing a formal hiring process include: How many rounds of job interviews do we need and how many people need to get involved in the first, second and third interviews? The first thing you need to do?

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Mad in America

MARCH 20, 2024

Safra Center for Ethics, Harvard University, her research addresses the ethical and medical-legal issues that arise in organized psychiatry because of academic-industry relationships. Listen to the audio of the interview here. A former Research Fellow at the Edmond J. The transcript below has been edited for length and clarity.

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Insperity

APRIL 16, 2019

But by ignoring your employer responsibilities to employees, you could cause a rift in your workforce and create potentially costly legal battles. You’re not sure what to do now to correct the situation and keep yourself out of legal hot water. Here are seven scenarios where a PEO can come in handy.

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Insperity

APRIL 4, 2023

Similarly to the onboarding process, your company has legal obligations to fulfill when an employee leaves. Conduct an exit interview. It can bring order and stability to a situation that could otherwise be volatile and uncertain. Lastly, an offboarding strategy is also important from a compliance standpoint.

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Mad in America

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A legal guardian and conservator have hijacked her father’s life and estate and she cannot get him out. My friend, who I will call Lilly to protect her and her family, is amidst a legal battle with her sibling and a cabal of lawyers over the legal guardianship and conservatorship of her 74-year-old father, though he can still make decisions.

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Insperity

APRIL 26, 2018

As the plan sponsor, the PEO will handle the related administrative tasks, such as negotiating with carriers, enrolling employees, providing legal notices and handling COBRA administration. Think you can minimize legal expenses and PR fallout from lawsuits? Recruiting. These days, recruiting moves at light speed.

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Insperity

OCTOBER 29, 2019

If they have a few problems in their past, discussing those issues during the hiring process is often a better indicator of their character than a dozen standard interview questions. You must weigh your budgetary constraints against potential legal liability and in-house headaches when choosing how much to invest in background checks.

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Or, was it revealed during the interview process that the candidate doesn’t do well at solving problems? Instead, on your job applications and in interviews, be more specific with your questions. For example, getting off topic slightly in an interview can steer you into trouble, as it could reveal clues about the candidate’s age.

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Insperity

AUGUST 1, 2023

Once businesses reach the 50-employee threshold , expand into other states and municipalities or hire remote employees who reside elsewhere, they can be subject to more legal and regulatory complexities. How can midsize businesses benefit from PEOs?

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Insperity

AUGUST 6, 2019

However, when your employees are operating a company fleet vehicle or driving on official business, that assumption can open the door to potential safety incidents and legal liability. As times and laws change, you must update your policy to weigh in on the use of substances that may now be legal.).

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Insperity

AUGUST 30, 2016

But it’s often hard to look beyond the “this is the way we always do it” mentality to get to the true qualities of the person sitting across from you during the interview. Are you documenting every interview in a consistent manner? Sounds like a no-brainer, right? Level the playing field by putting uniform and equal practices in place.

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