May 2021 | 18TH EDITION NEWSLETTER |
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Requiring Employees to Return to the Office? Get Ready for Them to Quit
Employers considering bringing their employees back into the office might want to reconsider.
A whopping 58% of workers say they would “absolutely” look for a new job if they weren’t allowed to continue working remotely in their current position, new data finds. According to FlexJobs, which surveyed more than 2,100 people who have been working remotely during the pandemic, 31% aren’t sure what they would do and only 11% say not being able to continue working remotely is not a big deal to them.
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7 Things Employees Get Wrong About ‘Wrongful Termination’
Frank Feldman | HRMorning.com | October 30, 2019
A wrongful termination claim can be filed in a court of law if an employee believes he or she has been ‘illegally’ fired from the job. Such claims result from an alleged violation of federal or state anti-discrimination laws, employment contracts or labor laws, including whistle-blower laws. A wrongful termination claim can also be filed when an employee believes the termination was due to sexual harassment or in retaliation to a complaint or workers’ compensation claim. All of this seems pretty straight forward – wrongful always means unfair – right? Not in the legal sense, no.
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Drafting a Remote Work Policy: 5 Legal Pitfalls to Watch For
Rich Henson | HRMorning.com | March 18, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is the ultimate game-changer that has turned many things, especially business, on its head. In response, most companies are implementing work-from-home-arrangements for employees so they can keep things running. Along with all the cautions about online scams and email phishing, another pitfall awaits: It’s possible that without a legally sound remote work policy, your efforts can unexpectedly create big legal problems for you.
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4 Keys and a Practical Exercise to Improve Your Communication as a Leader
Gustavo Giorgi | Entrepreneur.com | April 14, 2021
As a leader, you will know that one of the main challenges that the position presents is being able to communicate efficiently with our collaborators. The lines that follow can be safely considered a tribute to the great Paul Watzlawick , a pioneer in the theory of human communication. Thank God, the work is much easier to understand than his own surname and today it continues to guide us in understanding this complex and multidimensional phenomenon. I want to introduce you to four of his axioms and then check all their value in relation to leadership.
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An Overflowing Inbox is Driving Employees to Quit
Paola Peralta | Employee Benefits News | April 22, 2021
Staying in touch with your workforce has become a critical part to making remote work run smoothly. But there’s a fine line between helpful and harmful outreach. Twenty-two percent of employees want to leave their current job because of the volume of email they receive, according to a productivity survey conducted by Superhuman, an email platform. A third of employees say that too many video calls makes them want to quit. Managers feel the need to overcompensate for the lack of in-person connectivity — firing off endless messages and responding without delay. But those work communications are a major source of distraction and stress for their teams: 44% of employees dream of a work day without video calls, nearly a third want a break from email and the remaining 25% crave a notification-free day.
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Types of Injuries and Illnesses Covered by Workers’ Compensation Insurance
INSPRO | 2021
Workers’ compensation claims are often complex, and the process can be confusing for those involved. Notably, determining when workers’ compensation covers an injury or illness can be challenging, but is nevertheless important to understand.
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10 Ways to Motivate Your Employees (Without Money)
ENTREPRENEUR STAFF | Entrepreneur.com | 2021
No, salary is not everything. Of course, fair pay is important so that every employee is motivated to do their best at work… but this is just the basis. In reality, there are many other factors that influence the mood - and thus productivity - of people. Take them into account to build a happy and efficient work team:
1. Make sure everyone is in the right position
Having someone poorly trained in a key position is just as catastrophic as having someone highly skilled doing overly simple tasks. If you notice that someone has initiative and is capable of accomplishing important tasks, don't bore them by asking them to spend the day emailing! Take care that all people are suitable for their position.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued new guidance relating to recommended precautions for people who are fully vaccinated, which is applicable to activities outside of healthcare and a few other environments. OSHA is reviewing the recent CDC guidance and will update our materials on this website accordingly. Until those updates are complete, please refer to the CDC guidance for information on measures appropriate to protect fully vaccinated workers.
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E-Verify Records Disposal Extended to June 4
05/19/2021
On June 4, 2021, USCIS will dispose of E-Verify records that are more than 10 years old, which are those dated on or before Dec. 31, 2010. E-Verify employers have until June 4, 2021, to download case information from the Historic Records Report if they want to retain information about these E-Verify cases.
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11 Best Family Vacations in Iowa — That All Ages Love!
Christina Rado | Family Destinations Guide | FEBRUARY 12, 2021
With outdoor adventures, water parks and historic colonies, Iowa bursts with fun family vacation ideas.
Whether your family is fond of the outdoors or cultural wonders, you’ll find a plethora of pleasurable experiences in this state.
And, even better, it’s a cheaper destination, compared to other states.
So, the next time you’re planning a getaway, check out our roundup of the best family vacations in Iowa.
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STRONG MINDS | STRONG HEARTS |
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URBAN BICYCLE FOOD MINISTRY Des Moines
SERVING RADICAL HOSPITALITY ONE BURRITO AT A TIME.
UBFM Des Moines meets every week to serve those in need in the Des Moines metro. We serve food, hand out personal care items, and build relationships!
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Nan posted this on her personal Facebook page with a simple commit... Be Kind. A boy from her 5th grade class wrote:
"This is never more true, Nan. I remember in 5th grade you were the only person who spoke to me and you invited me to your birthday party. Your party was the only party I attended that year. You were always kind to me." Dave C.
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The Top 21 Food Trends of 2021
Yearly trends in dining and cooking can be difficult to predict, and the food trends in 2021 are no exception. But after a stressful 2020, many people have turned to food more than ever as a means of comfort, wellbeing and community.
The food trends of 2021 point toward an overall goal of better health for our bodies, planet and wallets. From cooking styles to star ingredients, you can expect many of the items on this list to become a permanent part of the culinary landscape even beyond 2021.
So, which food trend of 2021 is your favorite? Which will you try first?
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Spring conferences are over and I couldn't be happier with the turn out. Our attendees turned out in force so ready for interaction! Our speakers were wonderful, our sponsors never cease to amaze me with their support and my team is unwavering!
All of that being said, I CAN'T wait to SEE you all in person on Oct. 20th!
Enjoy your summer!
Nan
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