"Fair treatment" the best prevention against discrimination claims
Solid policies, training and record-keeping are an employer's best defence against discrimination claims, say employment lawyers Brad Swebeck and Sarah Jones. » more »
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Webcast: Discrimination - Modern risks and challenges
The discrimination landscape is constantly evolving, posing new challenges for HR professionals. Watch this webcast to learn how to guard against modern risks and meet your obligations. » more »
Caution urged when addressing drug issues
Social media and blurry work/life boundaries mean employers can learn a lot about employees' out-of-work activities, but they should be very cautious about addressing them, according to employment lawyers. » more »
Succession planning "myths" hold back success
HR is beholden to several "myths" that prevent succession planning efforts from reaping real results, says Professor David Clutterbuck. » more »
Employers have "no excuses" about referrals
Despite all that is known about the effectiveness of employee referrals, it remains rare to find organisations using them to fill a significant proportion of their roles, says HR Daily Community blogger Craig Shutt. » more »
When does increasing turnover make sense?
Organisations that aim to reduce staff turnover across the board could be wasting their resources, says HR expert Wayne F. Cascio. » more »
Focus on the HR risks that matter most
Organisations are moving from seeing people as their greatest asset, to their greatest risk, according to HR thought leader Wayne F. Cascio. But which risks should you focus on? » more »
Want the CEO's ear? Stop preaching and start building.
If HR directors want to work more closely with boards and CEOs, they should stop "preaching to the converted" about what HR has to offer and start building relationships, says HR expert Professor Roger Collins. » more »
Responses clear employers of harassment liability
Two organisations have avoided being found vicariously liable for s-xual harassment committed by employees, after proving they had taken reasonable steps to prevent and manage the incidents. » more »
Case study: How GE develops leaders
GE spends "about $1 billion a year" on leadership development, and largely "takes it on faith" that the expense is justified, says the company's head of executive development, Susan P. Peters. » more »
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