Monthly Archives: August 2023

By Leah Shepherd Employees with disabilities sometimes struggle to use bathrooms at the workplace, even if the bathroom meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Common complaints about workplace bathrooms include stalls that are too small or narrow to allow … Continue reading →

By Andrew Deichler Summer is nearly over, and students are heading back to school. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for workers in many school districts. Since the worst days of the COVID-19 pandemic, schools have faced an unprecedented labor … Continue reading →

By Dave Zielinski A core requirement in a recently enacted New York City law governing the use of artificial intelligence in employment decisions promises to impact how HR leaders choose, contract with and oversee technology vendors for years to come. … Continue reading →

By Leah Shepherd Extreme heat waves this year have intensified pressure on U.S. regulators to finalize a national standard for heat illness prevention in the workplace. In 2021, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a proposed rule on workplace … Continue reading →

Employee engagement surveys can be effective tools for gathering feedback and insights from employees, provided they are well-designed, properly implemented, and followed up with appropriate action. Here are some key factors to consider regarding the effectiveness of employee engagement surveys: … Continue reading →

By John Egan The U.S. trucking industry is barreling down the road toward an alarming shortage of drivers. In an October 2022 report, the American Trucking Associations (ATA) estimated the industry was weighed down by a shortage of 78,000 drivers. … Continue reading →

Changing the culture of a company can be a complex and long-term process, but it is achievable with a well-thought-out strategy and commitment from leadership and employees. Here are some steps you can take to begin changing the culture in … Continue reading →

Handling employee rebellion, which typically refers to a situation where a group of employees openly rebels against the authority or policies of the organization, can be challenging. Here are some general steps to consider when facing such a situation: It’s … Continue reading →

By Matt Gonzales Maintaining a healthy work/life balance is a challenge for many employees. But for Kay Lee Mynatt, it’s a necessity. She is the mother of two children. Her youngest son, Spencer, 1, has Down syndrome. Mynatt takes Spencer to … Continue reading →