Using 360-Degree Reviews for Promotions? Please Don’t
Performance evaluations have evolved enough over the years to discover that 360-degree reviews shouldn't be linked to promotions.
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Giving a 1099 to This Teenage Worker Was Illegal
My niece’s employer took advantage of her by paying her as an independent contractor with a 1099 but insisted they did nothing wrong.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Feb 26, 2021
Tips for Receiving Feedback: Employees & Managers
If your knee-jerk reaction is to put others on the defense, here are some tips for receiving feedback that will improve your relationships.
Emily Kranendonk, MHR
Jan 28, 2021
Can Employees Claim “Religious Exemption” from the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Whether or not you believe them, can your employees claim a religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine to avoid being inoculated?
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Jan 20, 2021
10 Ways Great Managers Lead Remotely
What characteristics do great managers disiplay when managing their teams remotely? We've outlined our top 10.
Emily Kranendonk, MHR
Nov 25, 2020
Email Fraud, Phishing, Vishing and Malware: Preventing Cyberattacks
Now more than ever, it's critical that you teach employees about phishing tactics to help them identify and prevent cyberattacks.
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Nov 17, 2020
5 Ways to Improve Employee Communication During COVID-19
While many employees are working remotely, it's critical to ensure your internal communication practices are organized, consistent, and effective.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 1, 2020
"Discrimination Against LGBTQ Workers is Illegal" Rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court recently ruled that sex discrimination encompasses sexual orientation and gender identity. Do you need to make any company...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jun 26, 2020
Preventing COVID-19 Employment Claims
With the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses are more vulnerable than ever to employment claims, from both existing statutes and new laws recently...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
May 28, 2020
