Employers have a lot to worry about these days. COVID safety protocols, the increasingly difficult task of hiring and retaining employees, and maintaining a diverse workforce are among current concerns. However, substance abuse among your workforce should not be discounted. Drug and alcohol addiction costs U.S. organizations billions of dollars per year, which is inclusive […]
In 2020, the pandemic took everyone by surprise, and many businesses had to pivot quickly to address virtual hiring, a newly remote workforce, and a seemingly never-ending series of changes and surprises. By 2021, we were quickly adapting to these remote or hybrid work environments, and HR teams were quickly adjusting to this new normal. […]
On September 8-12, thousands of human resources (HR) professionals gathered in Las Vegas, Nevada, for the SHRM 2021 Conference and Expo, sponsored by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The SHRM conference is THE place to level up professional skills, network with peers, gain industry insights, and visit the largest HR expo in the […]
This blog was originally published in Forbes on April 6, 2021. After years of debating and advancing marijuana laws, beginning with legalizing the medical use of cannabis in 2014 to decriminalize minor marijuana-related offenses in 2019, lawmakers in New York have gone all-in legalizing the recreational use of marijuana by adults. On March 31, 2021, […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, employers are faced with significant challenges when trying to maintain safe working conditions and administer drug-free workplace initiatives. In some states, cannabis and alcohol sales have hit record highs, as people are trying to find ways to alleviate ongoing stress and anxiety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Transitioning to a digital workplace has meant more than compliance and security concerns to gain access to the data you need – it also has added a layer of complexity to talent acquisition and workforce management. In an era when many interviews are virtual, and managers may not meet candidates in person during the hiring […]
