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Even the Best Managers Need Regular Training
When business is busy, professional development often falls to the bottom of the list, especially for experienced leaders who have “been doing this for years.” But even the most capable managers benefit from opportunities to grow. Ongoing training helps leaders stay current, confident, and consistent in how they lead their teams. Why Manager Development Matters Managers shape nearly every part of the employee experience, from how feedback is delivered to how challenges are ad
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Where Policy Meets Practice
Most organizations have great policies on paper, but the real test is how those policies show up in practice. A beautifully written handbook may not be helpful if managers interpret it differently or apply it inconsistently. Creating consistency is not about rigid control; it is about fairness, trust, and reducing risk. When expectations are applied evenly across teams, employees know what to expect, and leaders can make confident, compliant decisions. Why Consistency Matters
Oct 222 min read
Employee Handbooks: Should You Or Shouldn't You?
One size no longer fits all when it comes to employee handbooks. Gone are the days of simply "implementing a new employee handbook." This...
Apr 29, 20232 min read
Required reporting deadlines are approaching
California employers with 100 or more employees are gearing up to complete required reporting. The California Pay Data and EEO-1 reports...
Apr 24, 20231 min read
Is your Careers Page attractive to candidates?
In the current job market, employers should have a simple, easy to use application process. Appcast, an industry leader in using...
Apr 16, 20232 min read
Updates to background check required notice
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has released an updated form for background check users to incorporate into their...
Apr 10, 20231 min read
Good People Know Good People – Employee Referral Programs
While the job market has seen a shift in recent months, employers are still feeling the effects from the “war for talent.” Implementing...
Apr 5, 20231 min read
Do I need to pay my employee for a termination meeting?
Yes! California employers are required to pay their employees if they report to work, even if it is to be terminated. If this meeting is...
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Increased pay transparency has come to California
California employers are navigating the new pay transparency requirement which went into effect on January 1, 2023. SB 1162 requires...
Mar 19, 20232 min read
NLRB Issues Decision on Severance Agreements
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a decision in February that affects many employers across the country. While you may...
Mar 13, 20231 min read
What does the end of the PHE mean for California employers?
It has been three years since we entered the COVID-19 global pandemic. With the ending of the state Public Health Emergency (PHE) in...
Mar 8, 20231 min read
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