Overtime Rule Set Aside
April 2024, the Biden administration issued a final rule which implemented a new DOL salary test for white collar workers. With an effective July 1, 2024, the final rule increased the salary threshold for white collar exemptions from $35,568 per year to $43,880 per year. This rule had also scheduled a second increase of the salary threshold to become effective January 1, 2025. The January 2025 salary threshold would increase the required annual earnings from $43,880 to $58,656. Following the implementation of the DOL final regulation, the State of Texas sued the DOL stating that the agency had exceeded…
The Impact of AI for HR Leaders
Generative AI, often called Gen AI, is artificial intelligence (AI) that can create original content that includes text, images, video, audio, or software code in response to a user’s request. The AI landscape is spreading rapidly and providing constant changes, HR leaders must stay a few steps ahead by recognizing the core capabilities while becoming prepared for the effects generative AI (GenAI) will have on their organizations. Most organizations are in the beginning stages of AI where HR leaders have a crucial responsibility in advancing AI initiatives even with significant gaps in the understanding and implementation. We will provide a…
2024 Savio HR Summit
2024 Savio HR Summit (In-Person & Virtual) MHA Members $150.00 / Non-Members $300.00 Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 8:55 AM - 4:00 PM Sponsored by OVERVIEW:Join us on October 22 for the first annual HR Savio Summit. We will have presenters from Savio HR Solutions and the law firms of Balch & Bingham, Hagwood Tipton and Wise Carter. Sessions will consist of Wage and Hour Law Updates; the 2024 Update on Medical Marijuana and The Workplace; Antitrust in Employment Developments and Panel Discussion on HR Hot Topics.
Unbossing – Pros and Cons
Companies are cutting out middle management positions. This idea of “unbossing” has become more of a buzz topic and a possible idea to help change the dynamic of the office. This doesn’t mean that all middle managers are going to be on the chopping block, because middle managers play a crucial role in bridging the gap between levels. This simply means that being unbossed the managers are more hands off and checks in less frequently. This empowers the staff to stay more motivated. While on the other side of the pendulum, middle managers can assume more leadership than supervisor positions. …
Body Odor Does Not Have to Be a Stinky Subject
How do you approach an employee that has a body odor causing distractions? This conversation can be a difficult one to have, but don’t stress. Here are a few helpful tips to move smoothly through the conversation. Always be aware that this could be embarrassing to them and even emotional. Speak in a private location that is not noticeable to other staff. This will allow your employee the opportunity to speak freely. Keep an open mind to hear their opinions and reasons. This could be the first time they have heard something this hard. It could also be a health…
Safe Leave for Your Employees
Victims of Domestic Violence Time Off As employers we should care about our staff and their safety. It’s great to make sure that you employees are safe while working in your facility. However, the employee does not live in your facility 24/7. Employees go home and sometimes homes are not the safe place that we all like to think they are for everyone. Safe Leave can be used for employees or assistance of a family members that is a victim of any act or threat of domestic violence, unwanted sexual contact, stalking or human trafficking. 83% of survivors have reported…
Problem Solving Doesn’t Have to Be a Problem
Employers run into problems; this is no surprise to anyone. Problems come in different shapes and sizes and range over different areas within the company. Employers need strong problem-solving skills in their employees. Employees who can problem solve can think critically, creativity, and process information in different ways. Problem solving broken down into a few simple steps: Identify the problem- It may seem like an obvious step. You need to know the problem before you can solve the problem. List out the possible solutions- See both sides of the problem, list pros and cons, and see what consequences can arise…
Work Playlist Can Enhance Your Productivity
Hit pause on workplace distractions! Music just might be the missing note to your productivity symphony. Headphones are becoming more of a normal accessory to employee’s wardrobe, but this can appear unprofessional or even rude. To help eliminate the appearance of unwanted prejudgment it may be time to think about adding the tunes to your office space to motivate your staff as whole. Here are some pros to adding music to the office space: Music has been proven to lower stress levels by influencing emotions, and lowering blood pressure. Music can help you remember new things and specific details. Music…
Job Rotation/ Cross Training
Cross training is not a new concept for the workforce. Managers want to know that all moving pieces of the company are covered, even when the main employee is out of the office. It reduces the chances for errors and delayed responses. If staff can keep the ball moving, it keeps the company moving. Benefits of Cross Training your staff: Greater Productivity – Employees learn more diverse skills that allow the staff to grow and add to their resume’ Increased Employee Motivation -Allows employes stay motivated to advance within the company Better Collaboration and Teamwork -This forces the staff to…
EEOC Religious Infographic lists ways to recognize workplace discrimination.
March of 2024 holds religious significance to many of the world's religions. Muslims begin the holy month of Ramadan. This is a time when Muslims fast to honor the first writing of the Quran. Hindu's celebrate Holi on March 25. Holi is a festival of new beginnings. Jews celebrate Purim on March 23. At the end of March Christians will celebrate Easter. With all these religious holidays this month we in HR need to be aware that is can also cause tensions in the workplace. The EEOC has recently released an infographic reminding employers that religious discrimination is illegal under…
