Regulate It Right: Conducting Employee Background Checks
Getting started with the employee background check process is a sensitive task and requires that you stay well-informed about the law and disclose the process to the cand...
Learning the Ropes: How to Prevent Data Theft by Employees
Trade secret protection measures are an important consideration if you want to safeguard your organization from employees who might misuse your information or help a comp...
How to Send a Thanks Message to Your Boss In Appreciation of All They Do
Learning how to say thank you to your boss is an essential skill if you want to have a harmonious work life where you acknowledge the contributions of those who make your...
Dear Jane, How Do I Deal With No-Shows at Work?
Serious businesses and fun ones, both need clear work policies to be set in place to avoid misunderstandings and inconveniences for everyone working at the company. ...
How to Talk to an Employee about Body Odor Without Pushing Them Away
Wondering how to approach someone about body odor? Try to be straightforward without attacking your employees for things they may be unaware of. Also, a good hygiene poli...
New Hires 101: WorkBright’s Introductory Overview
A new hire walks through your doors, not with trepidation, but with excitement. They’re greeted by enthusiastic colleagues, equipped with the right tools and knowledge ...
Balancing Bumps and Career Hurdles
Hi Jane, I’m caught in a bit of a bind, and I could use some guidance. I’m nearly 8 months pregnant and have an upcoming in-person interview. While I can conc...
Dear Jane, Is Your Boss Allowed to Yell at You?
It’s never okay for a boss to keep yelling at employees as their only approach to problem-solving. Feedback is important but it should always be provided calmly. ...
Paper Trails and Bureaucratic Ballet
Hi Jane, Back in September, I landed my dream job, even though the offered salary was a bit below the standard. Here’s where it gets interesting—normally, it take...
Notice Nuisance: Juggling Job Jitters and Unemployment Unraveling
Dear Jane I handed in my notice at work, and the boss threw a bit of a tantrum, cutting my notice period short by a week. When I tried to sort it out with HR, they termin...
Engineer Injured by Tesla Factory Robot: Investigating Robotics in the Workplace
A Tesla engineer was injured by a robot at a Texas factory and while the worker escaped with lacerations only, it does throw light on the rapid adoption of robotics with...
How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter for Your Next Career Move?
Cover letter templates can provide a good starting point for how to structure your letter, but the contents should be a genuine reflection of your experiences and what ma...
Simply Start Listening: Tips To Fix Communication in the Workplace
Studies show that poor communication costs businesses up to $1.2 trillion every year. It might be time to employ communication strategies to turn up the communication qua...
Structure Sales Compensation Plans That Can Fire Up Your Employees
Designing compensation systems can be a complex task with its multitude of components, however, a careful consideration of your goals and metrics can set you on track to ...
What to Do When Salary Is Withheld during Your Notice Period?
Federal laws do not have explicit guidelines on what to do when a resignation salary is withheld after resignation, but many state-provided payday laws can ensure you rec...
These Employment Laws Work to Safeguard Pay Equity for All
The Equal Pay Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act are two instances of employment laws in the U.S. There are many other ways for employers to adhere to laws and red...
