employee, corporate culture, toxic workplace,

Employee Recognition and Rewards Should Not be Treated Equally

There is no doubt that recognition and reward programs make employees feel appreciated, spur innovation and give workers the incentive to put in the extra effort needed at work from time to time. However, each employee is different in how they wish to be recognized. Maritz determined there are six recognition awards categories most employees …

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trucks, trucking terrorism, terrorism

How Organizations Can Address the Rise in Trucking Terrorism

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) warns the US trucking industry to be vigilant to protect themselves against the escalation of ramming attacks. Trucks are now terrorists’ number one weapon. They are readily available and, in some cases, easy to obtain. Used in France and Germany in 2016 as ramming tools, trucks are also the perfect …

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guns in the workplace, HR Policies on Weapons in the Workplace

How to Handle Guns in the Workplace

With 464 US mass shootings year-to-date, they are becoming a part of our country’s fabric. And since people spend most of their time at work, the need to feel safe there has also increased. For some, purchasing and carrying a handgun into their place of employment has become the solution. For others, the presence of …

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background check, background checks

3 Reasons to Run a Pre-Employment Background Check

A background check is a crucial pre-employment screening step before hiring an applicant. Many business owners or managers often assume that the applicants are telling the truth on their resumes. While most of the time, applicants are honest, according to Job Hunt, 10% of the surveyed workforce have lied or embellished the truth on their resume, cover …

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