Posts Categorized: HR

Year End Planning

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As we head into the final months of 2023, there are a handful of things accounting departments should start doing now to be better prepared to close out the current year and head into the new year. Below are some of the items to remember to do before the clock strikes midnight on December 31… Read more »

Unlocking the Power of Diversity: How to Measure DEI Talent Acquisition Success and Drive Lasting Impact

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In today’s rapidly evolving world, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become more than just buzzwords; they are essential pillars for organizations striving for success and innovation. Companies that prioritize diversity in their recruitment efforts benefit from a broader range of perspectives, better decision making and create a more inclusive and equitable work environment which… Read more »

What you should be doing now to comply with MA PFML

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MA Paid Family Medical Leave is adding the ability of employees to use their time off to Top-Off leave payments! Changes to MA Paid Family Medical Leave have been communicated by the DFML.  As of November 1, 2023, employees may use their accrued time off (sick, vacation/PTO, personal time) to supplement their weekly PFML payments…. Read more »

Ally Is Not Just A Noun

As a white, cis-gendered, privileged woman serving as co-chair of our DEI Committee, it should be no surprise that the concept of allyship is often top-of-mind for me. What does it mean to be an ally? What is allyship? Is it a label, a badge, or an identity? Is it an external signaling of one’s… Read more »

Job Descriptions that go from Snooze to Spectacular

In this lighthearted blog post, I take a humorous look at why it’s time to revamp those yawn-inducing descriptions and turn them into attention-grabbing, candidate-focused job advertisements! In the evolving landscape of recruitment, candidate-focused job advertisements (vs official descriptions) have emerged as a powerful tool. Traditional job descriptions have a reputation for being dry, uninspiring,… Read more »

Human Resources Industry – Where are the Men?

With more focus on the importance of diversity and inclusion, does HR have a gender diversity problem? When considering the need for gender diversity, we usually think about professions where males dominate, but in HR over 73% of managers are women, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. Diversity issues work… Read more »