

Should we also do background checks when we rehire an employee?
Question:  We’re not bound by any law requiring us to conduct background checks, but we choose to do them for all new hires. Should we...


Is there a limit?
Question: How many hours can I assign to a part-time employee? Is there a limit? Answer from Sergio, SHRM-CP: There’s no limit per se,...


Can we decrease the number of hours employees work?
Question: Can we decrease the number of hours employees work? Answer from Daniel, SHRM-SCP: Yes. Absent an employment contract or other...


How Skills-Based Hiring Could Expand Your Applicant Pool
Are you finding it difficult to fill job openings because not enough people are applying? You wouldn’t be alone. One avenue organizations...


How can we show employees that their feedback is heard and valued?
Question:Â How can we show employees that their feedback is heard and valued? Answer from Wendy, PHR: First, thank them. This lets the...


What is mentoring in the workplace?
Question: What is mentoring in the workplace? Answer from Kyle, PHR: Mentoring is a professional relationship between a senior or more...

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