The Human Resource

Documentation is one of the most crucial parts of Human Resources and yet it's the one area that can be improved upon in any organization. Learn what is considered to be documentation and what can be subpoenaed if you ever get pulled into court. The list is longer then you may think. Use this show as a training topic for your team.

No one is perfect but if we can prevent a mistake, why aren't we doing that? Learn what some consider to be the most common HR mistakes to avoid and then compare those to what Pandy has on her list. You may be surprised...

What does your handbook say about insubordination? Do you have it clearly defined? Have you taught your management team when an act of emotion is protected by the NLRA and may not be disciplined? Join Pandy as she reviews the differences in these two scenarios and provides you with policy language to protect your company.

"What were they thinking?" In this episode, Pandy reviews recent lawsuits filed by the EEOC on preventable and yet costly mistakes involving discrimination of age, disabilities and pregnancy. Join her as she reviews where the mistakes occurred and discusses what should have happened to prevent them.

The most difficult conversation in HR is the one that involves hygiene or odors but in this episode Pandy has tips on how to have those crucial conversations with confidence. Join Pandy as she shares a blog by Marisa Eckberg with Grey Owl HR in Texas on how to delicately and professionally facilitate a conversation regarding hygiene and odors.

We all have an idea what an exit interview is, but what about all the employment details that must be considered when an employee separates from the company? Employment verification? Do they owe us any monies or PTO? Do we owe them any reimbursements? In this episode, Pandy shares a different kind of exit form that guides those "final" conversations through details that shouldn't be overlooked or forgotten.

In the realm of HR, the words 'furlough' and 'laid off' are desperately avoided, but when the time comes, do you know which to use and how to implement these processes? In this episode, Pandy discusses the differences of each and what companies need to consider before making such hard announcements.

The EEOC has announced its intention to switch gears and focus on anti-discrimination protections to include portions of the PWFA final rules and employment laws against illegal preference of non-American workers over American workers under Title VI. In this episode Pandy talks about these directives as well as the guidance on Anti-Arab, Anti-Muslim and Antisemitic discrimination involving social media and workplace behaviors.

Scott Warrick returns to discuss the importance of a culture based on safety and tolerance. Employers can't tell employees to accept each other but you can require that everyone be tolerant, assuring that all employees have a safe and secure workplace. Listen as Scott and Pandy discuss what companies need to consider to create this positive work environment for all.

Change in Human Resources has never been so apparent as the major shift away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the workplace. What can companies do to maintain a balanced workforce? Scott Warrick is in the studio talking about the dangers of using DEI in employment decisions and what your alternatives should be.

Does your company have a policy for AI use by employees? Dave Hatter returns to discuss with Pandy elements of an AI policy for employees, how much AI can affect employee performance, and how to control the new found "time" employees are discovering with the efficiencies of AI use. Learn how to protect the company while using this new technology.

How much AI is your workforce using to do their work? Are you even aware of what types of AI they are using on a daily basis? How reliable it is? How accurate? Did you know that AI can hallucinate? Dave Hatter with InTrust IT joins Pandy to talk about the dangers of AI and the security issues to be thinking about as your employees incorporate AI into their work.

What is your body language telling your employees? Are you even aware of how you're acting or posturing around your team? In this episode Pandy shares 5 things you should be watching in regards to body language from you and your employees. You may be amazed at what you learn without saying a word.

From the Department of Labor to the National Labor Relations Board look for change as the new administration takes their place in Washington. We all know change is the only constant in the universe but will you be able to keep up with the many projected changes in employment and labor regulations? Pandy shares a list of what she expects to be the major topics of conversation over the next few years.