


How to Manage Unexpected Time Off Requests
When one of your employees unexpectedly requests time off, what is your reaction? You want to be accommodating but you also have a business to run. Let’s take a look at this scenario: Vicki sighs heavily, feeling as though she hasn’t been able to catch her...
FTC’s Noncompete Ban Blocked: What Employers Need to Know
On Aug. 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued an order blocking the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) noncompete ban, which had a scheduled effective date of Sept. 4, 2024. The court had previously put the noncompete ban on hold in...
How Employers can Support Working Parents During the 2024-25 School Year
As summer ends and fall begins, employees with school-age children may have increased caregiving responsibilities as their kids begin a new academic year. In addition to other day-to-day challenges, working parents are now dealing with school pick-up and drop-off,...
11 Tips for Employers to Help Prevent Employee Burnout
Employee burnout is escalating globally, with a significant number of workers experiencing severe physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. The 2024 Global Talent Trends report reveals that approximately 82% of employees are at risk of burnout due to financial...