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Layoffs and RIFs Audio Conference - September 11
Join us on September 11 for an in-depth 90-minute audio conference on how you can minimize and possibly avoid the legal headaches that can arise with both individual terminations and reductions-in-force (RIFs). We'll outline strategies for terminating employees, using separation agreements and releases, and complying with plant closing laws.
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Average Starting Salaries for New Grads Up 7.1%
A shaky economy notwithstanding, the overall average starting salary offer to bachelor's degree graduates increased 7.1 percent in 2008, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
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What Has American Workers Worried (and What Can Be Done)?
The vast majority--81 percent--of American workers are worried about something job-related, according to a new survey. What's keeping them up at night? And what can you do about it?
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This Week's Poll
How often does your organization update employees on financial results?
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Last Week's Poll
Find out who/what gives HR professionals the most headaches...
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Line up Your Executive Compensation Program with Corporate Objectives
Creating an executive compensation pay package requires a carefully integrated strategy. BLR's Fundamentals of Executive Compensation--Download, a practical handbook that includes sample employment agreements and model equity plans, shows you how to recruit the talent that can lead your organization ahead of the competition while aligning their compensation with your organizational goals. Includes helpful sections on how to navigate complex tax laws, securities laws, and accounting principles you must consider.
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Tool of the Week
Benefits Center
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Vast Majority of Employers Provide Tuition Assistance
Nearly all senior executives interviewed in a recent survey say that their company offers college tuition reimbursement benefits--as well as other forms of professional development--for their employees.
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6 in 10 HR Professionals Think They're Underpaid
Well over half of human resources professionals believe that they are underpaid, according to the combined results of a recent HR.BLR.com/Compensation.BLR.com poll.
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Top 10 Compensation Stories in Last 90 Days
The following 10 articles are the most popular among Compensation.BLR.com readers in the last 90 days.
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Still No Wellness Program? Start with On-Site Vaccinations
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When people are happy to be jabbed in the arm with a sharp needle, you know that the benefit outweighs the momentary discomfort. Such is the case with a flu vaccination. And don't look now, but flu season is nearly upon us.
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Compensation Q&A
Questions from our Ask the Experts archives
We are converting two salaried employees to an hourly basis. Their base compensation remains the same. Other than monitoring their hours is there anything else we are required to do from an employee labor law standpoint to make this adjustment?
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HR Challenge®: Voting Time
Under federal law, how much paid time off must employers give employees to vote?
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Compensation Hot Topic: Light Duty for Non-Work Related Injury
An HR Forum subscriber is asking colleagues if they have a policy that specifically addresses light duty for non-work related injuries or illnesses.
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What Everyone Should Know About Workers' Compensation
Use BLR's colorful and lively illustrated 16-page booklet to train your employees. It will reinforce the message that employees play a major role in reducing the number of workers' comp claims every day.
Best Practices in Compensation & Benefits Newsletter
This monthly newsletter will ensure that you are on top of the latest compensation and benefits news.
The COBRA Deskbook
Don't waste hours researching the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act--simply rely on this comprehensive guide to answer questions on continuation of benefits.
Best Practices in HR
Here is the practical inside story on how the country's most innovative companies are using best human resource practices to improve morale, productivity, and retention.
SmartJobs
We've compiled over 500 carefully selected examples of written job descriptions in this powerful CD-ROM tool to make your job easier.
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