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6 steps to prepare for an active shooter event in the workplace

Active shooter events are devastating and unpredictable, says Melissa Gonzalez Boyce, a legal editor for XpertHR. She also points out that, unfortunately, the frequency of these incidents has increased, and often occur in a place of business. "Due to recent events, I believe more organizations are seeing the need for policies to prepare their employees for such an … [Read more...] about 6 steps to prepare for an active shooter event in the workplace

Doesn’t work well with others: Study finds ‘team avoiders’ may have valid concerns

When a company advertises for an open position, it's not uncommon to see the words "must be a team player." "Team player" is a hot HR term, even in jobs where employees actually spend most of their time working alone with only a smattering of group projects. Unfortunately, the need for team players has sometimes also become a lazy justification for choosing not to hire … [Read more...] about Doesn’t work well with others: Study finds ‘team avoiders’ may have valid concerns

How many work hours are your employees wasting on their smartphones?

While technology helps workers stay connected while away from the office, in many cases it is causing them to disconnect while in the office, leading to a negative impact on productivity. According to new CareerBuilder research, 1 in 5 employers (19 percent) think workers are productive fewer than five hours a day. When looking for a culprit, more than half of employers (55 … [Read more...] about How many work hours are your employees wasting on their smartphones?

How to avoid talking politics with your boss and coworkers

Many people agree in theory that it's wise to avoid talking politics with your colleagues. And yet during this contentious election season, it seems almost impossible to escape from distracting, annoying, and sometimes upsetting political commentary—even at work. So what do you do when the topic comes up? Beverly Jones, executive coach and author of the book, "Think Like an … [Read more...] about How to avoid talking politics with your boss and coworkers

How to make your top trial litigator stop being a bully at the office

By Lynne Curry, Ph.D, SPHR  bio The problem lands in your lap. One of your best trial litigators is an office bully. As office manager, you're expected to handle this. But how? The lawyer is truly effective, brings in a large share of revenue, and is a partner – well above your pay scale. Is there a way to get him to bully outside the office, with opposing … [Read more...] about How to make your top trial litigator stop being a bully at the office

Managing the multi-generational law office staff

What's with all the bickering in the office? People, people, can't we all just get along? Although you may never totally eliminate office conflict, managing with attention to generational differences can go a long way toward creating a more harmonious and more productive workplace. By the numbers Cut-off dates for generations differ, but Neil Howe and William Strauss, who … [Read more...] about Managing the multi-generational law office staff

Protect your firm from costly EEOC claims with these three layers of protection

To avoid the risks of employment law claims, an office needs three layers of protection, advises employment law attorney Peter T. Mavrick of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. They are: A handbook, A procedure for progressive discipline, and Candid reviews. With those three elements in place, the office is safe from just about any type of EEOC claims. Here's what each … [Read more...] about Protect your firm from costly EEOC claims with these three layers of protection