Debbie Green

There's been a lot of employment law guidance and activity in the past month - we've seen the final rules on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, increase in overtime threshold, and changes to noncompete agreements. Last week, the EEOC released guidance on harassment - the first in nearly 25 years! The guidance addresses workplace harassment related to sexual orientation and gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, and remote work. Now is a good time to review your policy, make sure you have a clear reporting process, and good employee communications. #harassment #eeoc #nondiscrimination https://lnkd.in/gRfdGKWs

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Interesting! The Coordination Tax: Navigating through the daily work routine, deciphering who's on Zoom, walking in from the hallway, or messaging from different time zones, all while simultaneously prioritizing emails and messages effectively. #HumanResources #EmployeeExperience #Remotework

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In our active benchmarking best practices survey (participate here: https://lnkd.in/gS6DbYaz to get a copy of the results), we ask who typically conducts the compensation review for executives. Is it: A) internal compensation team B) external consultants C) business owner D) HRBP E) Something else? One answer is the clear winner, and it might not be who you think. Participate to get a copy of the results! The survey closes soon!

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Honored to be asked to write the Foreword for Dr. Lynn Johnson, PH.D., SHRM-SCP's book, "Who Cares?", which invites leaders to dive into foundational principles of the CARES Leadership Model. Available to order or download from Amazon now. Read my Foreword in the book sample provided on Amazon to know why you need to buy it today.

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The second half of April has brought forth significant changes in #HR and #employment laws for pregnant workers, overtime earners, and non-competes. Below are some quick resources on these critical issues: EEOC Final Rules Implementation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act https://lnkd.in/g3fYCCKg Federal Trade Commission's Non-Compete Rule https://lnkd.in/gDyZ4evG Department of Labor's Final Rule on Overtime https://lnkd.in/gVKw28nq We will all need to take a look at our current policies as well as develop employee communications on these issues. #policies #pregnantworkers #overtime #noncompetes

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"A lot of talent ideas are based on science, but some people don’t accept it." "We need to learn how to turn what we know into what we do in a much more disciplined way." These quotes from Dave Ulrich are from the latest Future of HR Podcast episode, featuring HR thought leaders Bob Eichinger and Allan Church, Ph.D. They express their frustration with leaders in our field who ignore decades of scientific research on creating value. This insightful episode also covers the following topics and, from my POV, is a must-listen for any HR professional, talent practitioner, or business leader: - What does the research say about developing leaders? - Why is there a “knowing-doing” gap in implementing talent management practices? - Why skills-based organizations are an incomplete method of talent management. - How to think about and define leadership potential. - Why HR leaders need to ask what kind of leadership is needed for future success. - The reasons organizations struggle to develop a strong leadership bench. - How talent management professionals can elevate their impact. Thank you, JP Elliott, PhD, for bringing these experts together for such an insightful discussion! https://lnkd.in/eGeb6Drs #LeadershipDevelopment #TalentManagement #HR #LeadershipPotential

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One of the many important issues we discuss in our SHRM-HRCI Talent Review-Succession courses is how to increase accuracy in succession candidate identification and development, rather than saying an employee will be "Ready in 1-2 years with more seasoning" year after year. So join us for great discussions, templates, a Mock Talent Review role play, etc. on May 7-8! https://lnkd.in/gJc5sQpM #talentreview, #successionplanning #leadership

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HR has changed so much recently! No longer is it just about rules making, firing and basic functions. How have you seen HR change during your time in the field? Where is HR going in the next 5 years? I would love to hear your perspective! Comment below to start the discussion! #hiring #humanresources #newhampshire #vermont #hrbusinessstrategy

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Are you confident that your payroll practices will be compliant with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) changes? Effective July 1, 2024, the minimum salary for exempt employees will increase to $844 per week, which is approximately $43,888 annually. This threshold will rise again on January 1, 2025, to $1,128 per week, or roughly $58,656 annually. These changes are designed to expand overtime eligibility to more workers, ensuring that those working over 40 hours per week are compensated fairly unless they meet the new salary thresholds​ At HR NOLA, we understand the complexity and importance of staying compliant with labor laws. Our team will conduct detailed reviews of your wage and hour practices to ensure they meet federal standards.You will receive recommendations and actionable insights tailored to your specific needs to avoid costly penalties and lawsuits.

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More updates and changes in the HR world. Are you ready? Have you been keeping up with all of the recent changes? Be prepared and ready

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🌟 Why Conduct Compensation Benchmarks? 📊 💼 Stay Competitive: Ensure your pay scales match or exceed industry standards to attract top talent. 🔄 Employee Retention: Competitive compensation leads to higher job satisfaction and reduced turnover. 📈 Informed Decisions: Base your compensation strategy on data, not guesswork. ⚖️ Fairness & Transparency: Promote a culture of fairness by offering equitable pay. Let's discuss how SortedHat can help you make informed compensation decisions. DM me to chat! #HRAnalytics #CompensationBenchmark #EmployeeRetention #CompetitivePay #FairCompensation #DataDriven #HRStrategy #SortedHat #TalentAttraction #Compliance #BudgetManagement

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Done with SHRM and want to take some action? I got you, we just launched a petition over at Equitable HR Guild! SHRM's recent actions and long-standing issues, such as high costs, outdated practices, lack of DEI focus, corporate bias, and anti-union stances, have made it clear that SHRM is no longer a reputable authority on HR. Join us in this call to divest from SHRM and support more inclusive and equitable HR practices. By moving beyond SHRM, we can open doors to a broader pool of talented HR professionals and build more diverse and inclusive teams. We envision this petition as a way to bring our collective voices together to advocate for meaningful change. Consider these calls to action: 🔺 Let your SHRM certification lapse. 🔹 Remove SHRM certification requirements from job postings. 🔸 Embrace more diverse qualifications. ◾ Stop sponsoring or attending SHRM events. 🔻 Promote equitable and inclusive HR education. 🔸 Advocate for better representation to lawmakers. 🔹 Commit to embedding DEI in your HR practices. Sign the petition at the link below and help us drive the change we wish to see in our workplaces. Please share as well! Big thank you to Angela R. Howard, Mahal Maningas, and all the folks I've chatted with over the last few days who helped make this possible!

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It's time to identify and discard those outdated HR practices if you want to be respected as an HR professional. Learn what they are and what you can do instead. #HRpractices

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I recently came across a Harris Poll survey, which found that 3 in 4 employees did not use the maximum PTO permitted by their company and nearly half admitted they felt guilty about taking time off. Why is there so much negativity surrounding taking PTO? Why are employees feeling pressured to avoid taking breaks? It all comes down to the type of culture leadership is creating. Workloads have become heavier while the pressure to perform has risen higher. I believe if we want to improve retention rates and sincerely address employee well-being, we need to place a stronger emphasis on the value of utilizing PTO. #HR #PTO #EmployeeWellness

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At Kustom HR we are doing something unique when it comes to helping companies evaluate which benefits options will work best for their organization. Listen to this clip from my conversation on the Uncaged podcast, talking about HR strategies and how we embrace the fact that every company is different and offer the knowledge they need to make the best choices for their team. You can see the entire podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eBDkkEh6 #HRStrategies #KustomHR #HRBenefits

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At OmniHR, we’re all about unlocking potential and guiding growth! Just like owls, we see through the dark (and maybe drink too much coffee to stay sharp 🦉☕). Whether it’s challenges or opportunities, we’ve got you covered! #UnlockPotential #GuidingGrowth #OmniHR

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The Pregnant Workers Family Act (PWFA) has officially gone into effect, and employers need to be prepared. The act expands protections to pregnant workers as well as those experiencing select medical conditions such as infertility, lactation, miscarriage, abortion, and menstruation. How are you creating a better workplace for your employees as they grow their families? #PregnantWorkers #PregnantWorkersFamilyAct #Compliance

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I'm really proud of our HR FAQs page - quick answers to important questions for growing businesses. We're always adding to this list, so if you have a suggestion for a question we should answer, let me know!

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