This document was highlighted in the Barren River Area Development District Newsletter after Ms. Frank made a quick presentation about the need for Sexual Harassment Prevention Training to the City & County officials in the Barren River Area of KY. See the link to Ms. Frank’s web site for more … [Read more...]
HR Tips for Employers
Randi presents Sexual Harassment Prevention program to WKU students
Randi Frank presenting a Sexual Harassment Prevention training program for Western Kentucky University (WKU). There were over 35 students with a lively discussion. This was promoted by Dr. Victoria Gordon, Director, Center for Local Governments, WKU Political Science Department. She felt this was … [Read more...]
Four Tips for Employment Applications
1. When should you have an application for employment? It is always helpful to have an application on file for all employees. However, when recruiting for professionals you may want them send you a resume first and if they are being asked to come in for an interview then you will want to have them … [Read more...]
Blue Blood says #Me Too
The Me Too Movement is now being focused on TV shows. I watched Blue Bloods the other night and one of the stories was about sexual harassment in the work place. Nickie, daughter of Attorney Erin Regan and Granddaughter of Commission Regan, was the subject of sexual harassment. She started a new … [Read more...]
#ME TOO MOVEMENT
The #Me Too Movement and #Times UP group has raised $21 million dollars in 60 days. This money will be used for legal assistance and other assistance for woman who can’t afford to file a claim of Sexual Harassment. As we have said before many women don’t file claims because they can’t afford to … [Read more...]
What should you do if you Experience Sexual Harassment in your Work Place?
If you have experienced sexual harassment in your workplace that are similar to the examples in the news then you need to report it. Hopefully your agency/organization has a Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy that lets you know the proper person to approach to report your issue. Policies should … [Read more...]
So, is Sexual Harassment Happening in Regular Business Offices?
Yes, we have heard about the cases in Hollywood, Military, Tech World, and Political Offices but it is also happening in regular business offices. According to the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), “Sexual harassment is common in the startup community." A NAWBO survey found that … [Read more...]
Sexual Harassment Issues Today
Why are women coming forward now, after so many years, to report Sexual Harassment? The #MeToo movement has taken hold and people are finally talking, listening and taking action. The movement has given many people, women specifically, the courage to come forward. We often hear the … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 8: Always follow up with new employees.
Stay in touch - ongoing communication will help you to ensure that the employee is succeeding and has all the tools they need for continued success. The better the on-boarding process and follow-up, the more likely you will avoid employee turnover. Make sure new employees feels comfortable with … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 7: Provide new employees with written objectives and responsibilities for their new position.
Even if it may seem that the job description, job objectives and responsibilities have been discussed thoroughly throughout the hiring and orientation process, it is essential to provide written objectives and job responsibilities as well as a training plan. The written document(s) will help the new … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 6: Have all paperwork ready for your new employee on day one, from Human Resources, Payroll and the Benefits offices.
A well-organized essential document packet will give the employee confidence that their employer is detail oriented and efficient and that all legal and financial documents are in place. Things to include in your package might vary, but here is a list of commonly included documents: Federal … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 5: Make sure new employees are ready to work on the first day.
Prepare the new employee’s work area with the proper tools and equipment ahead of their arrival so the new staff member feels comfortable and has everything needed to smoothly transition into the new position. Four essential areas to have ready at the new employee’s work station: Have the … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 4: Give new employees a tour of the office.
No matter the size of your operation, the office tour is essential to ensure that the new employee knows where to find things and who to go to with certain questions or problems as well as providing a good overview of systems and processes. Three things to keep in mind as you tour the office with … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 3: Provide new employees with written policies.
New jobs are stressful. New people, new responsibilities, new rules, new culture – it’s a lot for a new employee to comprehend and remember. A clearly written agency policy handbook is an essential reference tool for all employees, but especially for new employees. Your employee handbook … [Read more...]
Orientation & Onboarding Tip 2: Make sure your new employee has a proper orientation.
The orientation process should be designed to make the new employee comfortable and capable in their new position. In addition to ensuring that training and tools are available for them to be successful in their new position, it’s important for the new hire to feel comfortable with his co-workers … [Read more...]
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