HR Newsletter: HR Edge Quarterly Newsletter (Q2 2021)

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HR Edge Newsletter

In our 2nd quarter issue of the HR Edge Newsletter, we review helpful tips on the following topics:

  • The Hybrid Work Model – Hybrid workforce strategies will factor into workforce planning this year and beyond. The pandemic has resulted in thousands of employees working from their kitchen tables or living rooms rather than the office or other workplace. If that’s the case, organizations are likely in or will be in the process of deciding how much remote work will continue to play into the workplace. Furthermore, a hybrid model is becoming a growing standard for many organizations in some capacity – and might even be a common long-term option.
  • Strategic Employee Communication – Employee communication refers to how organizations communicate with their employees—and conversely, how employees communicate with organizational leadership. While dialogue takes place in every workplace to some capacity, organizations that think and act strategically when communicating with employees may be able to realize benefits.

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HR Chat w/Employco USA: Banning Political Talk in the Workplace

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We receive a number of questions from our clients as we consult them on a variety of HR issues.

In this video, Rob and Jason cover a recent news topic concerning companies banning political talk in the workplace. They discuss current examples, the legality behind it, fallback, employees resigning, as well as best practices for employers, training, policies, and more.

Questions? We’re here to help, info@employco.com

HR Chat w/Employco USA: PPP Funds Exhausted

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We receive a number of questions from our clients as we consult them on a variety of HR issues.

In this video, Rob and Jason discuss the SBA’s announcement that Paycheck Protection Program funds have been exhausted (no new applications). They look back on how the PPP has helped businesses in general – as well as many of our clients, touch on some other relief programs that are still available (Restaurant Revitalization Fund, EIDL), and more.

Questions? We’re here to help, info@employco.com

Should Employers Be Able to Ban Political Talk at the Office?

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Employment expert discusses tech company’s downfall after trying to ban political talk

BannedWhen software company Basecamp made changes to ban ‘societal and political talk’ on their company account, many of their employees reacted in outrage. Nearly a third of their employees took a buyout and left the company in the days following. Basecamp CEO Jason Fried has since apologized, but the company’s decision to ban certain topics still stands.

But should employers be allowed to ban political or social justice topics in the office?

“Yes,” says Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA, an employment solutions firm with locations across the country. “What Fried and company co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson essentially did was ask people to stop using the company’s internal software to have political discussions. Instead, they encouraged employees to have these conversations on Slack, WhatsApp, or Signal. They even said employees could have these conversations on a personal Basecamp account, but simply not on their company account.”

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Ditch Digger CEO Podcast: The Road to $1 Billion

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 was a guest on the  podcast with . They discussed everything from record labels and insurance to starting Employco in 1996, working with family, setbacks, growth, core values, and more! Clink the link to check out the full episode: https://www.ditchdiggerceo.com/episode60

The Road to $1 Billion: “Rob Wilson (@employco) is president of Employco USA. Employco is a national HR outsourcing firm whose customized business solution have made them one of the top privately held HR outsourcing companies in the country. Rob is a high-energy leader and an ambitious entrepreneur.”

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Employco USA Welcomes Three New Team Members

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A human resource and employment solutions firm, Employco USA is pleased to announce the growing expansion of its staff.

Pictured (left to right): Greg Nelson, Caille Santelli, Josh Loudermilk

Employco’s newest team members include:

Greg Nelson, Account Executive – Greg comes to us with decades of success with attracting new business and managing key client relationships. He will be responsible for sales and business development for Employco.

“Joining Employco is a very exciting step in my career. I was very impressed with the flexibility Employco has when dealing with clients; customizing solutions to meet the needs of the company with a dedicated staff to make that happen.” -Greg Nelson

Caille Santelli, Human Resources Generalist – Caille is a creative, enthusiastic and driven addition to our team. She will be responsible for HR and benefits support for clients.

“I am delighted and eager to join the Employco team! I am really looking forward to working with different types of businesses/clients, and having a collaborative work environment. Most importantly, I am excited to work with (and get to know) such a knowledgeable group of people.” –Caille Santelli

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Podcast: Can You Ask Employees if They’ve Been Vaccinated?

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On this month’s podcast Rob, Scott, and Jason cover if employers are allowed to ask employees if they’ve been vaccinated. They discuss the EEOC’s stance, tips on how to ask responsibly, what documentation to ask for, confidentiality, keeping employee information safe, vaccination incentives, and more.

Podcast: Can You Ask Employees if They’ve Been Vaccinated?

Contact us with any questions you may have, we’re here to help: hr@employco.com

Requiring Proof of the Jab: Can Employers Ask If Employees Have Been Vaccinated?

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Human resources expert Rob Wilson explains whether employers can inquire about workers’ vax status

VaccineNew data shows that over half of Americans who are 18+ have received at least one vaccination dose. But even as millions line up to get their vaccinations, vaccination hesitancy is still very much an issue. Experts say that we are reaching a ‘tipping point’ in which the demand of Americans desiring the vaccination will greatly diminish in the next 3-4 weeks, leaving a surplus of COVID-19 vaccinations without any willing patients to receive them.

“Vaccine hesitancy is huge right now, and it’s only growing thanks to the temporary recall of Johnson & Johnson’s vaccines. Yet as employers, getting all of our workers vaxxed is on the front of our minds. We want to know that our staff and our clients are as safe as possible, yet how can we encourage vaccinations while still respecting an employees’ right to privacy?” queries Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA and employment trends expert.

But are employers allowed to require the vaccination, and even go so far as to require proof that a worker has indeed been vaccinated?

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