Hello From Integrity HR Happy May Everybody! I will cross my fingers and hope the rain has finally ended, and steers clear of our upcoming Memorial Day celebrations! As the sun begins to emerge out of the grey clouds, so does our economy slowly begin to rebuild. Confidence is being restored throughout the country as consumer spending improves and companies of all sizes begin hiring again. If you are one of those supervisors looking to increase staff soon, you may be interested in participating in our "Supervisory Series: How to Become a More Effective Supervisor." This three-session training will provide supervisors with fresh tools and tips on effective communication, managing performance, and coaching skills. It is perfect for new managers and management veterans alike. Register by contacting us here. Please check out the rest of the issue for some important updates, and let us know how we can help you. We're available any time to assist you with your HR needs! Sincerely yours,  Amy Letke, SPHR GPHR
Founder and CEO
Integrity HR, Inc
502.753.0980
Add Me to Linkedin | | | | Important HR Alerts New Form I-9 Rule Implemented On May 16, a new rule for verifying employment eligibility through the Form I-9 process is set to take effect. The new rule revises the list of acceptable documentation to remove documents that are outdated or expired. SSA Resumes "No-Match" Letters The Social Security Administration (SSA) resumed sending "no-match" letters to employers last month after discontinuing the practice three years ago. Free Choice Vouchers Eliminated The recently signed federal budget agreement repealed the Free Choice Voucher program put forth under the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), which would have required employers to provide certain employees with a voucher for purchasing alternative health coverage. Independent Contractor Classification under Review The IRS Advisory Council (IRSAC) has issued several recommendations to curb misclassification of independent contractors. These recommendations are currently under review by the IRS. Concerned About Any of These Alerts? | | Question & Answer: Employee Morale Question: A recent downsizing of our company has led to a decrease in morale among the remaining employees. What are some ways we can combat this? Answer: Since the country's economic troubles began, many employers have been faced with the unwelcome need for downsizing. Some companies were hit early on, while for others, the financial difficulties had a slower, more gradual, onset. When the decision has been made to eliminate positions, remaining employees are often left with heavier workloads and salary freezes. Under such circumstances it may be tempting for management—faced with increasing pressure and anxiety over making budget—to over-supervise and implement stringent policies upon their remaining employees. Instead, however, it is crucial for employers to reinforce an atmosphere of trust and teamwork, and demonstrate to employees how much their hard (and extra) work is appreciated. As we noted a while back, such tokens of appreciation need not be costly or extravagant, and can be as simple as a handwritten "thank you" note, occasional events such as a quarterly movie afternoon, or offering doughnuts at the next staff meeting. Also, be sure to increase motivation through constant feedback, clear communication, promoting accountability and trust, and celebrating small victories. What have you done in your workplace to maintain morale? Let us know on our Facebook page. We'd love to hear from you! To ensure your organization is always in compliance, check out this month's Featured Resource - Our HR Operations Analysis Toolkit HR Tip: Establish a Social Networking Policy You may have heard the news story of the Glee extra who was fired for releasing spoilers about a forthcoming episode on her Twitter account. This circumstance highlights just how powerful social networks have become in recent years. Social networks provide employers with inexpensive and effective tools for communicating with clients and customers. However, employers also run the risk that employees might access personal social network accounts during work hours and, what's more, could potentially post information that is unfavorable to the company. Therefore, it is important for employers to establish a clearly-defined social networking policy that communicates appropriate social networking behavior. If you need assistance in determining what to include in a social networking policy, please contact us here. We're always glad to help! | | | Upcoming Integrity HR Events Supervisor Series – Training for your supervisors to help them be successful! Join us for this three part series starting soon! View Event Page for Additional Details Supervisory Series: How to Become a More Effective Supervisor Dates: May 20, June 3, June 17 Time: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: $325 Clients, $379 Non-Clients Contact Us to Register! | | | Latest Headlines From the Integrity HR Blog | | | In This Issue HR Alerts Q&A HR Tip Webinar: How to Attract Employees that Fit Your Organization Upcoming Events Request a Quote
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