

What are SMART goals?
Question: Â What are SMART goals? Answer from Wendy, PHR: The SMART goal framework is an approach to goal setting that helps you set goals...


Can we dock her PTO for taking a long lunch?
Question: We have an exempt employee who has been taking a lot of long lunches and my boss wants to deduct time from her paid time off...


Navigating AI: A Guide for HR Professionals
According to a Glassdoor report , in the year after the launch of ChatGPT, usage of that tool or those like it by professionals in the...


What should I know about checking employee references?
Question: What should I know about checking employee references? Answer from Marisa, SPHR: Reference checks help you verify the...


Can we ask employees if they are taking any medications that may impair their abilities to do their job?
Question: Can we ask employees if they are taking any medications that may impair their abilities to do their job? Answer from Laura, MA,...


What Are Your Options When Designated Paid Holidays Fall On a Weekend And Your Business Is Closed?
Question: What should we do when one of our designated paid holidays falls on a weekend when we aren’t open? Do we need to offer an...

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