Laurie Ruettimann

OCTOBER 18, 2016

vote Democratic because I like roads and schools, but it’s not like I’m all that impressed with the streets near my house or your kids who can’t do math. I’d like to pay less in taxes because most of my tax money is wasted on war and a federal food policy that kills animals and makes us sick. ” Here’s why. When you overuse the word, it loses its meaning.

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Laurie Ruettimann

JULY 6, 2016

HR is mostly women, and yet American HR departments manage some of the worst family leave policies around the globe. There’s a movement in my industry called “HR Positive.”. You guys are sharp. I don’t need to draw you a map. It’s about saying positive things about HR and being helpful instead of critical. Being positive is a good way to live your life. Why be a jerk if you don’t have to be a jerk? Nothing good comes from incessant nit-picking and infighting. like to think that I’m HR-positive. know you don’t believe me, but it’s true. Fired, you guys. Ripped

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Laurie Ruettimann

JUNE 6, 2016

Whenever someone was accused of an ethics policy violation, they had in fact breached their duties and behaved like an idiot. I spent the first twelve years of my career working in recruiting and HR departments. Then I spent nine years writing and speaking about HR, recruiting and technology. ” Here’s the unfortunate thing: I was mostly right. They were just lazy.

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Laurie Ruettimann

MAY 31, 2016

The second HR department skews older and focuses on policies/processes to enable the business. There are two types of American HR departments. The first is a younger, recruiting-focused department that uses technology to build a case for change. Does that sound like jargon? Yes, yes it is. These talent-minded pros use jargon to talk about what they do.) Gross. Heck, it might even be a dude.

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Laurie Ruettimann

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Even in an era of unlimited PTO and expanded parental leave policies, many companies inadvertently run their employees into the ground while pursuing corporate goals. Employee Appreciation Day is March 4th, but most companies wait until March 3rd to think about recognition. That local HR lady was me. Thank goodness I liked donuts!). It certainly aids your overall employer branding efforts.

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Laurie Ruettimann

JANUARY 21, 2016

First of all, my associate believes that the business model of a restaurant can’t sustain a paid sick leave policy. Finally, she said that paid sick leave won’t prevent the spread of norovirus even though Chipotle is doubling-down on a new policy. She’s not wrong. About 80% of all restaurants in America are independent units. It’s a family who owns a diner.

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Laurie Ruettimann

MAY 16, 2016

The interviewer always asks Chief HR Officers about policy and culture with an eye towards a “holistic bigger picture” that is never fully described nor understood by the audience. I’m the queen of helping vendors put on better conferences, but nobody asks me to touch the obligatory CHRO panel. That’s too bad. CHRO panel looks the same at nearly every event.

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Laurie Ruettimann

JULY 25, 2016

So here’s another example where a select group of elitist men operates without regard for company policy or decent human behavior. When you violate your company’s harassment policy, you’re living on borrowed time. Dozens have come forward. So we multiply the victim number by three to comprehend how many people were harassed. know, I know. “This is political.”

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Laurie Ruettimann

MARCH 3, 2016

I’m not interested in doing a post-mortem on projects, policies or relationships. In theory, it makes sense to take stock of an event when it’s over. It sounds healthy to compile a list of “lessons learned.” ” But you know what happens with a post-mortem? Not much. You make a list, file it away, and forget about it. Duh.). Life is sticky. Take a second.

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HR C-Suite

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Like ghost and goblins, phantom policies may be creeping about in your organization [que evil laugh] Bwahahaha! Phantom policies are undocumented and not widely known rules or expectations. I don’t mean to frighten anyone. There may be phantoms lurking about your halls. Picture this scene. You are humming along performing and doing what you think is […].

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PeopleDoc

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Policies are a course or principle of action adopted by a business or individual. In human resources, we’re often accused of having too many policies. But policies are what keep everyone on the same page so, the answer isn’t for HR to have fewer policies. The real goal is to have effective policies. Insider policy human resourcesWell, maybe it is.

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NoExcusesHR

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

I’ve been in human resources for twenty years. I’ve written, revised, edited, printed, emailed, posted and leveraged policies to make decisions over and over again. Too many times following the policies morphed into the focus of the work…instead of the work being the focus of the work. We Need A Policy for “That” My favorite policy of all time is the “ policy on policies.”

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nettime solutions

JULY 28, 2015

Developing a vacation policy for a company is not as easy as some may think. What most employees and new hires don’t realize is just how much thought and time goes in to creating the ultimate vacation policy in order to provide them with a great accrual policy. Below are 4 useful questions to consider when creating your PTO Policy. Category 2. Bereavement. Vacation.

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Evil HR Lady

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

HIPAA guidelines show no issue with getting this information because it was requested. I did break a policy (that I was unaware of), and the company did not wish to discuss the matter further. I had been an employee of the company for nearly three years with no other issues. To read the answer, click here: Dilemma of the Month: Fired for Breaking Company Policy. The post Fired For Violating a Company Policy appeared first on Evil HR Lady I was recently let go from a job due to accessing information on our system that I had been taught was allowed.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JANUARY 1, 2016

Behavior Employee Handbook & Policies HR Communications HR Insights HR Management HR Trends Legal, Compliance & Policies Social Media Policies Workforce Best of TLNT FeaturedEditor’s Note :  It’s a TLNT holiday tradition to count down the most popular posts of the year.  This is No. 4 of 2015. Our Our regular content will return next Monday, Jan. 4, 2016. .

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JANUARY 6, 2015

Have your HR policies caught up? Dumb HR policies typically come about when managers and HR people don’t know how to productively lead and manage their workforce and resort to a far-reaching policy when a bit of guidance or coaching could easily fix a problem. The economy has rebounded and recruiters agree that it’s now a candidate’s job market.

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UrbanBound HR

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Internship Policy HR RecruitingEven if you’re at one of the hottest, best-reviewed companies, it can be a tough task to find candidates willing to relocate for a position. The prospect of uprooting is intimidating, and can be incredibly financially disruptive. And sometimes, even the most robust relocation benefit isn’t enough to convince someone. Or, you may be having trouble finding new, young talent to develop within your organization due to a dearth of local interns. Focusing on your relocation program as a tool to address both of these issues is a surefire way to get results.

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nettime solutions

MARCH 17, 2016

In an effort to reduce absenteeism and loss of productivity within the workplace , US businesses are reforming their vacation and PTO policies to better support their employees needs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, American employees are working 160 hours more each year than they were 30 years ago. This equa tes to one full month of additional work. Types of Time off Accruals.

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Insperity

JANUARY 29, 2015

Follow these steps to create an effective employee grievance policy that you and your employees will appreciate. 1. Document the grievance policy and add it to your employee handbook. Including your grievance policy in the employee handbook is important so employees know what to do when they encounter an issue. Share your new grievance policy with your employees.

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HR Morning

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

It’s time to double-check that your FMLA policy and notices aren’t missing this critical, but apparently easy to overlook, piece of info. . The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDC) didn’t, and the legal pickle it’s in can teach a lot of employers what happens when this piece of vital info is missing from your written FMLA policy and/or other documentation.

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HR Morning

JUNE 15, 2016

The DOL’s latest FMLA move has made reviewing your leave policy a must — or you could face penalties. . It is to make sure your leave policy includes all of the same info that’s on the General Notice. In other words, it’s time to audit your FMLA leave policy to make sure it contains all of the same info as the new General FMLA Notice. The guide’s called “ The Employer’s Guide to The Family and Medical Leave Act ,” and the poster and policy mandates are spelled out on Page 12 and 13. The policy requirements.

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Christmas Party Policy

HRGem

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

So I thought I would … Continue reading → Just for Fun Christmas Party HR Guidance Christmas Party PolicyIt is nearly that time of year again. When we in HR have to start worrying about whether our employees will be able to behave themselves, once the Christmas spirit takes hold (or is consumed).

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Insperity

OCTOBER 28, 2015

While you want to encourage a friendly, comfortable atmosphere, an employee dating policy can help your company avoid these uncomfortable situations by making it clear what is and is not allowed. The basics of an employee dating policy. Can a policy protect your company from charges of sexual harassment or favoritism, conflict or morale problems? Period. that must be addressed.

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UrbanBound HR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Creating your first relocation policy can feel like being dropped in the middle of a desert with a bag of random tools and no map. You may have a bucket of anecdotes about relocations and some vague idea of what should go into a policy, but making use of those tools and navigating your way out of the sand is whole other thing. Technology Relocation Policy HR

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SuccessFactors

JULY 28, 2016

And, the easiest and most effective way you can do that is by having an up-to-date (and regularly updated), company-wide social media policy in place. Social media policy particulars. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has been  weighing in on social media policies  for a few years now, with mixed “reviews,” for lack of a better term. I am not a labor lawyer, so I advise everyone to do some Google searches, and read about the NLRB’s stance when it comes to individual corporate social media policies. Social media policies: some quick considerations.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Drug Testing Employee Handbook & Policies Legal - Compliance & Policies Featured legal issuesOver the past 10 years, there have been changes to laws governing medicinal and recreational   marijuana use across the United States. Twenty-five states and Washington D.C. have legalized marijuana in some form. Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, Washington and Washington D.C.

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Programs and Policies that Foster a Transparent Company Culture

CultureIQ

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

It will also make business decisions and policies much easier. By applying this transparency to company policies and perks, we’ve seen these benefits. With that in mind, here are four ways you can integrate transparency into your company policies, traditions, and office perks. Create an Expenses Policy. As you draft your policy, make sure to cover: Travel expenses.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

AUGUST 21, 2015

Employer policies and agreements have recently come under fire. From governmental agency guidance and enforcement lawsuits, to state and local laws mandating employer action, employers now more than ever need to be smart in drafting and implementing policies and agreements. What does this mean for an employers’ policies? By Brooke T. Iley and Stephanie Gantman Kaplan.

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Finding your ideal vacation policy

Replicon

AUGUST 30, 2016

The post Finding your ideal vacation policy appeared first on Replicon. In 2014, a New York City councilman proposed a bill requiring three weeks paid leave for employees who had worked at a company for five years. That, plus the mandated five-day sick leave, would have amounted to four weeks of paid time off.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

HR Basics HR Management email employee handbook HR communications HR management HR policies talent management It starts out innocently enough. One of your employees receives an email from a co-worker with a hilarious description of a difficult client. Amused, they forward the email along to the other members of their team. Quiet laughter fills your office as the email spreads like wildfire.

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HR Bartender

JULY 31, 2016

Policy changes can be emotional events as evidenced by today’s reader note. I was a telecommuter for 10 years. The new company did not have a telecommuting policy but agreed to keep telecommuters providing they live far enough away. Can employers make unwritten policies like, if you live near the office, you can no longer telecommute? Is a policy required? Absolutely.

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HR Ringleader

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Policy manuals have been a topic of contention for years. The truth is that as human resources, we love NOT to be the HR police.  We’d love nothing more than not needing a policy manual. So, the next time you’re unhappy with a policy, try to think past the standard idea that HR created it. Collaboration in policy making can actually lead to happier employees.

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FingerCheck

JUNE 28, 2016

These days, there is no such thing as a standard vacation policy. The concept of a vacation policy has evolved from a set number of days a year to unlimited days year-round. Here are some suggestions on how to develop your own vacation policy: Make it rewarding  . Designing your policy to reward your employees and increase retention could pay off in the long-run.

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BALANCEview HR

OCTOBER 26, 2016

As voting day quickly approaches, it is imperative HR professionals are up-to-date on the policies of both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump—and the impact those policies will have on the workplace. Below are some of the federal policy areas subject to change with a new president: Compensation Compliance Diversity HR TrainingThe 2016 election season is coming to an end.

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TLNT: The Business of HR

JANUARY 22, 2015

HR Insights HR Management Best practices Change management HR basics HR communications HR management HR policies Management talent management work rules My husband calls them “ blond moments ” when he shows me a cartoon and I don’t get it. I’m also a bit gullible when I read spoofs and satires. No, thank you – I don’t need oceanfront property in Arizona. Oh my, I hope not. more…).

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SuccessFactors

JUNE 2, 2016

In the past few decades alone, we’ve experienced closed-door office buildings, open-door policies, open-office concepts, and remote work arrangements. The impetus behind instituting an open-office approach or open-door policy is to facilitate conversation, share ideas, and increase collaboration. With the invention of virtual collaboration tools, the open-office concept and open-door policy have entered into the digital age. The workplace and workforce are perpetually in flux. The benefits of openness. But for many companies, these are alien concepts.

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The Employer Handbook

OCTOBER 6, 2016

The following week, the plaintiff and defendant met to discuss her return to work, at which time the plaintiff was told that she could not return until she had “no restrictions” and was “100 percent” in accordance with “corporate policy.”. ( Oh boy…). What the court is saying here is that not only is a 100%-healed policy antithetical to the interactive process, it may be an automatic violation of the ADA. Someone didn’t read my post back in May. cue music ]. ” ( Is it getting warm in here? ). Then, the defendant put the plaintiff on a medical leave. You got that?

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