Out Now: Episode 415: Registered Apprenticeship Programs in the Clean Energy Sector With Dr. Janell Hills

What’s the Difference Between the PHR and the SHRM-CP?

What’s the Difference Between the PHR and the SHRM-CP?   What is the PHR?  PHR stands for Professional in Human Resources. The PHR is for the HR professional who is experienced with program implementation, has a tactical or logistical orientation, is responsible for other HR professionals within the organization, and has obligations specifically to the […]

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, […]