En Vogue Holiday Parties
Back in 2015, The Washington Post ran an article on how 30% of U.S. companies were not hosting a year-end party for employees. This marked a record high decline in employer holiday parties. Where are we now? Put on Your…
Natural Gas: The Silent Killer
Natural gas is a colorless and odorless gas that is highly flammable. The biggest hazard that can result from a natural gas leak is an explosion; it also causes those in an exposed area to become sick. Gas companies add…
More Engaging Employee Communications? Yes, Please
If there’s anything I’ve learned over the course of my 16-year career in marketing, it’s that less is more when it comes to communication. The same adage applies to internal communication too! Trim the Fat With some thoughtful editing, you…
Signs, Signs, Everywhere Signs
KPA’s compliance partner, FordHarrison, provided the following content. Across the U.S., there has been turmoil surrounding various bathroom laws — either regulations that are more inclusive or those that are more exclusive. In California, all business establishments, places of public accommodation,…
Class Action Waivers & California At-Will Employment
The Ernst & Young LLP v. Moore wage and hour case that began in California and went to the U.S. Supreme Court in October 2017 may restrict class action lawsuits against employers in the future. As such, 3 options are being…
Workplace Ethics Now
Doesn’t it seem like every other day stories about employees behaving badly show up in your newsfeed? Well, you’re not imagining it. The most recent National Business Ethics Survey from the Ethics & Compliance Initiative indicates that 41% of U.S.…
5 Secrets to More Effective Employee Training
I’ve been working in the field of training and instructional design for almost 10 years, and most of it has flown by so quickly. But when I have to sit through a boring training presentation (ZZzzzz) — boy, does time crawl! It’s…
September is National Preparedness Month!
September is National Preparedness Month, sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It’s a great time for employers to reevaluate their Emergency Preparedness and Action Plans. Emergency situations can occur at home or at the job, and can be…
How to Shop for HR Software in an Ocean of Choices
As many as 73% of U.S. employers have migrated their HR processes to the cloud. Another 1 out of every 7 employers are considering switching to a different HR system. Why automate HR processes? How in the world do you…
Exempt vs. Nonexempt: Sources of Confusion in California
Unsure if a California employee is exempt or nonexempt? Wondering what a wage order is and what to do with it? You’re not alone. These are common and potentially costly stumbling blocks for employers, especially those with California employees. What’s…
