Tip Sheet
August 2020
Although no federal laws demand businesses give employees time off to vote, many states do have specific requirements. State laws often regulate … Read more
Handling Discipline and Termination
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Course Overview
Addressing employee performance can be tough even for experienced managers. And when a situation calls for termination, the anxiety escalates – as does the legal risk. This course covers everything from documenting performance problems to what to say (and what notto say) during a termination meeting. In the end, you can proceed with confidence knowing you are serving the company’s best interest and staying within the limits of the law.
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E-GuideJune 2020When the time comes to reopen your business, you’ll need a detailed plan to keep employees and customers safe. This e-guide provides … Read more
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E-GuideApril 2020The COVID-19 pandemic is creating unprecedented challenges for employers. As quickly as new legislation is being passed to address the impact of … Read more
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E-GuideJanuary 2020Strengthen your business with effective employee management practices that will keep you in compliance and protect you in the event of an … Read more
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E-GuideApril 2019There’s a point when it becomes obvious that a business needs an HR pro on staff. Until then, managing recordkeeping tasks, handling … Read more
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E-GuideSeptember 2018As an employer, it’s important to understand both your and your employees’ rights before developing policies or taking action on political expression. … Read more
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E-GuideOctober 2017Running a small business is both exciting and rewarding. But keeping up with all the latest employment laws can be complicated. The … Read more
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E-GuideAugust 2017Running a business can be a high-stakes game, especially when it comes to recruiting, hiring and managing employees. With nearly every employment … Read more
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E-GuideJanuary 2017A sloppy or unfair firing could put you at significant risk if a disgruntled employee turns around and files a lawsuit. Whether … Read more
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Tip SheetNovember 2016Many small businesses wrongly assume that certain employment laws only apply to “big” companies. Don’t make this costly mistake! Even if you … Read more
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Tip SheetJuly 2016Determining whether it’s right to fire an employee is never an easy decision. A single misstep could complicate the termination process and … Read more
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ArticleDecember 21, 2020In more “normal,” pre-COVID times, your business probably had a process for creating and conducting employee performance reviews. But with more companies … Read more
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ArticleMay 25, 2020Addressing employee behavioral issues can be tricky, but firing an employee without warning is never wise. In most cases, a “progressive discipline” … Read more
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ArticleMay 13, 2019When it comes to terminating employees, it should be clear that you can’t fire someone for discriminatory reasons, including age, race, religion, … Read more
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ArticleApril 17, 2019Deciding whether to fire an employee is rarely simple. You must weigh numerous personnel and business factors, as well as review every … Read more
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ArticleFebruary 15, 2019You’ve taken the proper steps to document an employee’s poor performance. But when you ask the employee to sign the disciplinary notice, he … Read more
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ArticleFebruary 12, 2019You may have heard that annual reviews are losing favor as a way to manage employee performance. But employee performance reviews are still … Read more
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ArticleFebruary 8, 2019Done right, performance reviews can help employees improve and drive your company toward greater success. But if handled poorly, they can have … Read more
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ArticleNovember 14, 2018Most managers would prefer to never have to discipline their employees. But people are people, with their own agendas, issues and challenges. … Read more
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ArticleApril 30, 2018When it comes to managing employees, the importance of documentation cannot be overstated. Nothing is done in a vacuum, and a detailed … Read more
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ArticleMarch 20, 2018When it comes to managing employee performance, many businesses miss the mark. Here’s why: They put all their focus on the annual … Read more
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ArticleMay 16, 2017Lack of solid documentation is the single most common mistake employers make when handling discipline or terminations. What if you need to … Read more
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