Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario clarified that an employer’s duty to accommodate an employee’s family status with shift changes is not unlimited. Employees must co-operate in the accommodation process and cannot reject an employer’s offer of accommodation that is reasonable in the circumstances.
Archives for October 28, 2024
How to deal with a “Baby Reindeer” stalker in your workplace
The recent Netflix series Baby Reindeer has brought the issue of workplace stalking into mainstream conversation. However, stalking is not just an issue seen on TV. It is an increasing problem which can complicate workplace relationships and impose ethical and legal obligations upon employers to take action to protect the health and safety of employees. Netflix shines a light on an insidious practice
WTF is breadcrumbing in the workplace?
Today’s younger workers are more discerning of it and have no problem job hopping when their patience dwindles.
How to Tell if You Have a Lousy 401(k) Plan
If you have a workplace retirement plan, thank the 1974 Employee Retirement Income Security Act. The law set minimum standards for private industry retirement and health plans. “It’s hard to believe it’s been 50 years since ERISA was passed,” says Deana Calvelli, vice president of wealth and …
Have Paychecks Kept Up With the Cost of Living?
On average, wages have risen faster than prices in recent years. But not all Americans are getting ahead.
How 5 Mindfulness Techniques Can Help Your Workplace Productivity
Discover the power of mindfulness to boost your productivity. Learn how to practice mindfulness to overcome barriers to productivity.
Silent firing is the new quiet quitting
Companies need to find a way to pay for investments in artificial intelligence.
Human Resources’ Role in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity, Part IV: Communicating Effectively With Employees After a Data Breach
In today’s data-driven environment, effective communication during a cybersecurity breach is crucial for maintaining employee trust and confidence. This fourth article in our five-part series on employee data privacy focuses on strategies for effectively communicating with employees after a data breach. The first article in this series provided an overview
Beware the Dark Corners of Labor and Employment Law: A Halloween Guide to Recent Developments
Study: Best and Worst States for Employees
STUDY: The best and worst states for employees New York is the best state for employees in the U.S., with the highest index score for factors relat
80% Of Companies Say A Growth Mindset Among Employees Directly Drives Profits
New research shows a growth mindset can elevate your performance even contribute to your company’s revenue growth. If you don’t have one, take these steps for a mindshift.
65% Of Employers To Use AI To Reject Candidates In 2025
Nearly seven in 10 employers use AI to reject candidates in 2024, and plan to do so in 2025. Here’s how to beat AI and ATS software so you can get hired in 2024.
Investigation of AI Training by Australian Radiology Provider Provides Important Reminder for U.S. Healthcare Providers
If there is one thing artificial intelligence (AI) systems need is data and lots of it as training AI is essential for achieving success for a given use case. A recent investigation by Australia’s privacy regulator into the country’s largest medical imaging provider, I-MED Radiology Network, illustrates concerns about the
What is ‘toxic positivity’ and how does it affect the workplace?
Positive energy at work is a good thing, however, “toxic positivity” is an employment trend which is a sign of a troubled workplace.