The Human Resource

SHRM has it's problems—we all do—but it's time we start talking about what we can learn from their mistakes rather than focusing only on the mistakes themselves. In this episode, Pandy reviews the notes from a judge as he defines the lessons to be learnt and how we can prevent our own teams from making the same costly and preventable mistakes.

If there is a super power every leader needs to have, consistency would have to be in the top three for any company or organization. When we're talking about HR decisions, consistency can be the shield and sword for your decisions and policies. In this episode, Pandy pushes you to think about the dangers of inconsistency—challenging everyone to be mindful of the powers of consistent behaviors, decisions and actions.

We all know that age is a protected class under the EEOC and Title VII, but did you know that age protection includes it's own separate act from Congress? The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 is our topic in this episode — with information and details that are seldom reviewed or discussed. Sharpen your understanding of the definitions and protections provided to the baby-boomers in your organization.

Did you realize there are distinct differences between separation agreements and severance agreements? Listen to this weeks episode for the nuisances and pit falls of using the incorrect documents and the legalities of properly formatted language for each.

You want to terminate someone, but HR says "slow down"— but why? When can you terminate an employee and do it correctly? In this episode. Pandy has Tracey Levy, founder of Levy Employment Law in Westchester, NY, join her to explain the reasons and scenarios that warrant a termination. Beyond the obvious reasons, Tracey shares some thoughts on performance and employee conduct that can lead to a separation of employment and how to remain compliant while making that decision.

As remote work grows, so do the compliance challenges. In this episode, Pandy highlights key state employment laws that HR teams should consider when managing out-of-state employees. Learn what to watch for and how to avoid common pitfalls in multi-state workforce management.

No one enjoys conducting an investigation but the more facts gathered, the more effective and accurate your decision and verdict can be. In this episode Pandy shares questions to ask and facts to gather while conducting an investigation of any kind.

Doug Oldham from Barnes & Thornburg is back on the show sharing the nuances of personnel files. What should go in and what should stay out? He also shares the different state rules on who can see and who can copy a personnel file upon request.

In every handbook, there are little additions that can make a huge impact on how employees approach their work or engagement with the company. In this episode, Pandy shares nine policy clauses that she adds to handbooks to add additional coverage and minimize potential complications.

How we communicate with our employees can influence not only the outcome of the engagement but also the perception and understanding of the intent. Pandy shares why it's important for management to address teams based on the needs of the business versus a personal approach and the word "I". How we communicate can effect how our employees perceive our motives to be discriminating or harassing rather then what is needed for our clients and business.