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If you must cut headcount, here's how to check for 'disparate impact'

July 18, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

Savvy HR folks know that in a reduction in force, you have to be careful not to select too many members of protected classes for the chopping block. Is there a hard and fast rule to determine if an RIF would be considered age discrimination? Read on to learn how the courts managed to provide some help with this question.

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Firing poor performers: The one thing you never want to hear

July 15, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

Employees don’t sue for wrongful termination because they’re right. They sue because they’re angry. And the number-one thing that makes a fired employee absolutely furious is having the bad news come as a complete surprise. Read on to learn how managers can take the surprise out of employee terminations.

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Be ready for the aggressive games that smart candidates may play

July 13, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

In a tough employment market for job-seekers, people are getting pretty savvy about selling themselves to you in the hiring interview. Read on to learn a few tricks hiring managers should watch out for.

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Should you mention call-in policy in your FMLA notice to employees?

July 11, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

Does the notice you give employees of their FMLA leave rights and responsibilities have to mention your call-in policy? It certainly wouldn't hurt to do so, but is it a requirement. Read on to learn what the courts decided on this matter.

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Conducting difficult conversations: A must-have skill for managers

July 8, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

If managers want to be taken seriously by their reports, they need to learn how to handle uncomfortable conversations. The best way to do that is to go into the discussion with some kind of plan. Read on to learn what happens when a manager doesn't have a clear road map during an incredibly difficult conversation.

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3 do’s and 3 don’ts of talking to the CEO

July 6, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

Getting a CEO to pay attention to you requires incredible focus. A simple data dump or mind-numbing facts and figures won't get you anywhere. To help you make the most of your talk with a top exec, consider these do’s and don’ts.

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Make sure employees know you're serious about deterring fraud

July 5, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

What can HR do to prevent employee from defrauding the company? You might not be in charge of security or loss protection, but you can create policies that discourage fraud. Read on to learn what you need to know to create a strong policy deterring employee fraud.

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The ABCs of coaching for managers

July 1, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

Want to be a successful coach? Just remember your ABCs. Read on to learn three essential traits of great coaching that you can use to get results through your employees.

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Age discrimination: Assumptions that lead to trouble

June 29, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

As more and more baby boomers hit their 60s, the possibility for disastrous age discrimination lawsuits will increase dramatically. Keep reading to learn what you can do to avoid accusations of age discrimination.

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Restraining order leads to sexual discrimination lawsuit – so what should boss do?

June 27, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

An employee was granted a restraining order against a coworker following a violent after-hours encounter. But did that mean one of them had to be fired? Not necessarily. Read on to learn how this scenario spawned a sexual discrimination lawsuit.

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