Bereavement Leave Policies and Examples for HR
When the worst happens, your employees need the most support possible. They are going through something horrible, and the grief does not need to be exacerbated by the stress of work. They will need time off to mourn. A generous and flexible bereavement leave is an incredibly important policy for your company to have. If […]
Sick Leave Policy Guide for HR
What is Sick Leave? Sick leave is time dedicated exclusively so an employee can recover from an illness or take care of a family member recovering from an illness. It can also be used to attend to urgent family emergencies. Paid sick leave is not required legally, but companies subject to the Family and Medical […]
How to Use Social Media Policies: Communicating and Training Your Employees
In Part 1 of “How to Write Social Media Policies Series,” I discussed the myths around social media. In Part 2, I outlined paid and free social media monitoring tools organizations can use, and in Part 3, I share some scenarios that companies and HR teams may have already encountered when branding on social media networks. In Part […]
Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy Guide for HR
Paid time off (or PTO) is a benefit given to employees which allows them to take time off from work while being compensated. Employees can use PTO for sick time, mental health days, jury duty, doctor’s appointments, or any other private matter that necessitates a day off. PTO isn’t required by law for private businesses, […]
Let’s Eat! Meal Break Policies & Employee Compliance
From day one of your employee’s first day employee break time and meal policies are an important one they are thinking about but maybe not rushing to your office door to inquire and learn more. When it comes to federal break laws and employee meal policies, it’s important to comunicate, communicate, and communicate with your […]
Vacation Policy Guide for HR
Every employee needs a vacation now and then. Whether it’s a two-week trip to the Bahamas or a day off for mental health, it’s incredibly important to have a consistent vacation policy in your handbook so your employees can have some well-deserved rest. A solid vacation policy is a huge way to make sure your […]
