Because of the stigma attached to mental health, which can discourage openness about mental health, leave it to the professionals, HR expert advises.
Author: Johnny C. Taylor Jr.
Can short-term jobs be lucrative and stable alternatives to full-time employment? Ask HR
Contract and temporary jobs can be more lucrative as they tend to pay a higher hourly rate. However, stability is not a guarantee for short-time jobs.
Can I ask for a salary adjustment to cover cost of remote working expenses? Ask HR
Depending on where you work, several states may require employers to reimburse employees for necessary business-related expenses.
Can I ask my employer to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations? Ask HR
From the White House to Wall Street, employers are strongly encouraging and even willing to mandate vaccinations.
Should I welcome my employees’ pets into the office? Ask HR
If you decide to become a pet-friendly workplace, then you will want to implement clear guidelines and expectations to support the policy.
Should I disclose my depression struggles during a job interview? Ask HR
You aren’t obligated to disclose your struggles with depression in an interview. Instead, focus on why you are a good fit and your value to the team.
Should I ask my employer for help if I can’t find child care? Ask HR
If you’re scrambling to find child care, expand your search to include centers near work, home and locations in between.
How should I approach hiring a candidate with a criminal record? Ask HR
When hiring someone with a criminal record, you must do your due diligence in performing appropriate background checks as with any job candidate.
As offices reopen, can I ask for a flexible work schedule? Ask HR
As the U.S. begins to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, more workers want to work from home or adopt a more flexible work schedule.
Can I be penalized for not getting a COVID-19 vaccine? Ask HR
Many companies are searching for effective ways to encourage their employees to get vaccinated and return safely to the workplace. Should they? Ask HR