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Crafting Effective Employee Handbooks | HR Hot Topics December Edition
Dive into the essentials of creating employee handbooks with Jodi Schafer in the December edition of HR Hot Topics. Discover why these documents are more than just a formal requirement—they're a cornerstone for compliance and management within your business. Whether you're a small business owner or managing a large team, this session is packed with actionable insights to help you prepare for 2025.
Timestamps:
0:11 - Introduction to December Edition
0:14 - Overview of Employee Handbooks
0:25 - Legal Requirements and Practical Benefits
1:00 - The Role of Handbooks in Business Management
1:56 - How Handbooks Serve as a Defense Tool
2:30 - Handbook Importance in Unemployment Claims
3:50 - Handbooks as a Management Tool
6:33 - Services for Handbook Creation and Compliance
9:01 - Upcoming Handbook Seminar Announcement
Creating Effective Compensation Structures | HR Hot Topics November Edition
Join host Jodi Schafer and Marcia Cornell, HRM's compensation expert, as they discuss crucial strategies for developing structured compensation plans in this November edition of HR Hot Topics. As businesses prepare for new financial challenges, including Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, understanding how to create and manage effective compensation structures becomes essential. This episode offers insights into crafting job descriptions, conducting market studies, and maintaining flexible compensation policies.
Timestamps:
0:04 - Introduction to the November Edition
0:14 - Introduction of Marcia Cornell, Compensation Expert
0:19 - Importance of Compensation in Budget Planning
0:37 - Impact of New Legislation on Budgets
1:03 - Challenges with Informal Compensation Structures
1:15 - Introduction to Structured Compensation Plans
1:53 - Discussion on Creating and Administering Compensation Plans
2:20 - Step 1: Job Descriptions and Their Importance
3:01 - The Importance of Employee Buy-In and Accurate Job Descriptions
3:56 - Step 2: Internal Job Ranking and Its Significance
4:35 - Step 3: Conducting a Market Study for Compensation
5:36 - Recap of the Three Key Steps to Create Compensation Structure
6:55 - Discussion on Administering the Compensation Plan
7:25 - Practical Steps in Adjusting Existing Salaries
9:26 - Maintaining and Updating Compensation Structures
12:07 - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Webinar Announcement
Navigating Workplace Civility During Election Season | HR Hot Topics October Edition
In this October edition of HR Hot Topics, host Jodi Schafer addresses the challenges of maintaining professionalism and civility in the workplace during the election season. With political tensions running high, this episode provides crucial tips for employers on fostering a respectful work environment and managing political discussions judiciously. Tune in for actionable strategies to ensure your workplace remains a neutral and productive space.
Timestamps:
0:04 - Introduction to the October Edition
0:37 - Discussing Political Civility in the Workplace
1:15 - Strategies to Keep Politics Out of the Workplace
4:31 - Handling Time Off for Voting and Election Season Policies
5:36 - Upcoming Webinars and Seminars on Related HR Topics
Understanding Michigan's New Earned Sick Time Act | HR Hot Topics September Edition
Join host Jodi Schafer in the September edition of HR Hot Topics as we delve into Michigan's newly affirmed Earned Sick Time Act. This episode provides an essential guide to understanding the implications of the Supreme Court's decision, its impact on businesses, and how employers need to prepare before the law's effective date in February 2025. Whether you're a Michigan employer with more than 50 employees or running a small business, this update is critical.
Timestamps:
0:04 - Introduction to the September Edition
0:14 - Overview of Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act
1:48 - Michigan Supreme Court's Decision on Paid Sick Leave
2:10 - What the Supreme Court Ruling Means for Employers
3:00 - Preparing for the Effective Date: What You Need to Know
6:14 - Who is Affected by the Earned Sick Time Act
8:14 - Accrual and Usage of Paid Sick Leave Explained
11:33 - Employer Obligations and Employee Rights
17:12 - Compliance Tips for Employers
19:52 - Upcoming Changes and Resources Available
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RECENT BLOG POSTS
- Crafting Effective Employee Handbooks: A Must for Every Business by Jodi Schafer on December 11, 2024 at 6:21 pm
Employee handbooks might seem like just another piece of HR paperwork, but they are foundational to effective business management. Despite there being no legal requirement to maintain a handbook, the practical benefits—from clarifying job roles to establishing workplace norms—cannot be overstressed. Legal Essentials and Practical Benefits While handbooks are not mandated by law, The post Crafting Effective Employee Handbooks: A Must for Every Business appeared first on HRM Services.
- Building and Managing Compensation Structuresby Will on November 12, 2024 at 9:56 pm
Intro to Compensation Planning As businesses anticipate the new year, crafting an effective compensation structure becomes crucial. Jodi Schafer and Marcia Cornell from HRM delve into the essentials of setting up compensation plans that align with both budget constraints and legislative changes. Developing Your Compensation Plan Understanding each job role within your The post Building and Managing Compensation Structures appeared first on HRM Services.
- Ensuring Workplace Civility During Election Seasonby Will on October 9, 2024 at 8:09 pm
Embracing Civility: Navigating Election Season in the Workplace As election season heats up, the workplace can become a reflection of the broader societal tensions. This month’s HR Hot Topics focuses on maintaining civility and professionalism at work, despite differing political beliefs among employees. Understanding the Impact of Politics at Work Navigating political The post Ensuring Workplace Civility During Election Season appeared first on HRM Services.
- A Closer Look at Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act: What Employers Need to Knowby Jodi Schafer on September 10, 2024 at 8:41 pm
Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, staying informed is not just beneficial—it’s necessary. This month’s HR Hot Topics focuses on a significant legislative change in Michigan that could affect every employer in the state: the new Earned Sick Time Act. With the Michigan Supreme Court’s recent decision, it’s crucial for businesses to The post A Closer Look at Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act: What Employers Need to Know appeared first on HRM Services.
- Pay Transparency in the Workplaceby Will on August 15, 2024 at 8:00 pm
Introduction: In the modern workplace, the discussion around salaries is no longer taboo. Thanks to cultural shifts and evolving legislation, pay transparency is becoming a norm rather than an exception. This month’s HR Hot Topics delves into the intricacies of this subject, prompted by real-world questions from our clients. Whether you’re an employer grappling with The post Pay Transparency in the Workplace appeared first on HRM Services.
- Understanding Time Off and Benefits: Key Insights for Small Employersby Will on July 29, 2024 at 4:54 am
Welcome to the July edition of HR Hot Topics! As we dive into the heart of summer, many organizations face a surge in time off requests. This month, Jodi Schafer explores essential employee benefits, focusing on time off policies and their impact on small businesses. With insights from the latest Society for Human Resource Management The post Understanding Time Off and Benefits: Key Insights for Small Employers appeared first on HRM Services.