by kma team | Aug 28, 2019 | Culture, Employee Relations, General HR News, Recruiting
(from the 24 Hour HR Support Center) It’s not uncommon for organizations to have a policy against rehiring former employees. This sort of policy makes perfect sense with respect to troublemakers, poor performers, or others who left under a dark cloud. It’s also...
by kma team | Aug 28, 2019 | She's Brilliant!
Mary Allen Lindemann, Community Builder/Co-Founder, Coffee By Design What does it mean to you to stand up for yourself? “The other day someone said, ‘Many invite others to the dance but the difference is whether or not you invite others to dance with you.’ I used to...
by kma team | Aug 21, 2019 | Safety, Tips
(from the KMA Team) While the hottest days of the summer may be behind us, we still have some warm days ahead. If you or your employees work in hot conditions, we have three important words to offer: Water. Rest. Shade. Working in the heat can affect workers...
by kma team | Aug 20, 2019 | She's Brilliant!
Ann Tucker, CEO, Greater Portland Health What is the most valuable business lesson you have learned? “The foundation of a successful organization is the team. Throughout my career, I’ve found that the best business decisions are the ones made based on input from staff...
by kma team | Aug 14, 2019 | Compliance, Culture, Employee Relations, Labor Laws, Policies
(from the 24-Hour HR Support Center) In 2018, over 13,000 sex-based harassment claims were filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This number doesn’t include charges filed with state and local agencies or situations where employees went...