by jenny | Oct 28, 2021 | Compensation, Compliance, Culture, Recruiting, Trends
Disruption – to our economy, workforce, society and politics – has been the hallmark of 2021. And while we don’t yet know how long the effects of this disruption will last, in planning for the next twelve months, we do see a number of indicators we are urging business...
by jenny | Jul 8, 2021 | Employee Relations, Planning, Trends
By Rhoda McVeigh, Consulting Services Director at KMA As you think about bringing your team back into the workplace, either full time or in some hybrid arrangement, here are some things to consider for a smooth transition. Communication Develop a communication plan...
by jenny | May 7, 2021 | General HR News, Recruiting, Trends
From the Pros at the 24 Hour HR Support Center If you’re finding it difficult to hire employees, you’re not alone. Bloomberg reports that many small businesses are struggling to find people who currently want to work—in fact, 42% say they have jobs they can’t fill....
by jenny | Mar 24, 2021 | Compensation, Recruiting, Trends
By Kari Meillat KMA Compensation Manager In the pre-pandemic “before times,” the US was experiencing record low unemployment rates, rising wages, and a very tight labor market. While the impact on compensation and employment varied widely by...
by kma team | Aug 27, 2020 | Culture, Employee Relations, Guest blogs, Policies, Trends
By Sarah Douglas and Amanda Hemm of Soutiens Smart companies realize it’s no longer good enough to provide working parents with bare-bones benefits, vague policies, and inconsistent leadership, and hope for the best. To attract and retain working...
by kma team | Jun 9, 2020 | Compliance, General HR News, Labor Laws, Tips, Trends
Unemployment fraud is on the rise and adding to employer and employee challenges. Here is some guidance on what you can do about it, and how you can stop it: When fraud is suspected, it should be reported by employers or individuals. Maine –...