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How to identify and support a depressed employee

Business Management Daily

Human resources, though, advises him not to play armchair psychiatrist when the two meet. Instead, he sticks to presenting observations and demonstrating concern for her well-being. Note: Managers should hesitate to seek assistance from human resources or upper management as necessary. Brainstorm ideas together.

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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

Business Management Daily

As any human resources professional will attest, managing every employee’s employment life cycle involves a good deal of paperwork. Included material spans from initial application through leaving the organization. Medical leave of absence requests. Family and Medical Leave Act paperwork.

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Employment Laws: Navigating the Maze of Regulations

HR Digest

From the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), we’ll break down the essential regulations that can impact your business. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): A Balancing Act The FMLA is like that aunt who always shows up uninvited to family gatherings.

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Care for your people: When life stressors and work collide

Insperity

It’s easy to say leave your problems at the door, but sometimes common life stressors can affect employees’ personal lives so much that it creeps into their professional life. Make no mistake, balancing everyday issues like competing family schedules, managing commutes or juggling child care can be challenging. Loss of a family member.

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ADA reasonable accommodation checklist

Business Management Daily

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps people with disabilities receive the same rights and equal opportunity as everyone else. Title I presents two key issues. Putting the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act into action sometimes proves confusing for employers. Do not ask for unrelated medical information.

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Workplace boundaries: Examples to create a healthier work environment

Business Management Daily

Do not equate the act of setting boundaries at work with selfishness. The following examples present a variety of common work-related dilemmas and how setting healthy boundaries might aid in resolution. However, times exist when she really needs team members to leave her alone. They allow you to maintain focus and stay on track.

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Employee terminations 101: What to say and do when it happens

Insperity

This may vary depending on a specific company and its organizational structure and culture, but generally the following parties should be present when an employee is terminated: The employee’s direct supervisor or manager A third-party witness (for example, the manager’s manager or a human resources [HR] professional).