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State Secrets: Inside The Making Of The Electric State

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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

The Proactive Employer

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The Proactive Employer is your source for the latest news and commentary on workplace issues, HR best practices, employment litgiation risk management and EEO compliance. Host Stephanie R. Thomas, Ph.D., simplifies the complexities of today's business environment and engages listeners in discussions on key workplace challenges. Featuring conversations with leading policymakers, thought leaders and subject matter experts, The Proactive Employer focuses on issues of interest to HR professionals, compliance officers, corporate counsel, employment attorneys, and others interested in workplace issues in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to provide the information you need in a format you can use. We get past the rhetoric and reduce the noise to actionable items. At The Proactive Employer, we focus on the bottom line and give you the practical suggestions you need to become an employer of choice.

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#Business #Human Resources #Employment Law #Discrimination #Compliance #Ofccp #Compensation #Eeoc #Eeo #Department Of Labor #Blogtalkradiocom

The Proactive Employer

23 subscribers

updated vor 12 Jahren

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149 Episoden

#Business #Human Resources #Employment Law #Discrimination #Compliance #Ofccp #Compensation #Eeoc #Eeo #Department Of Labor #Blogtalkradiocom

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The Top 10 Trends for Background Checks in 2013 1:00:00

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Employers have long recognized that conducting due diligence on new hires is a mission critical task. Firms cannot afford to be sidetracked by employee problems such as workplace violence, theft, false resumes, embezzlement, harassment or trumped-up injury claims. Employers can be sued for negligent hiring if they hire someone they should have known, through the exercise of due diligence, as dangerous, unfit, dishonest or unqualified. In this episode, we talk with Lester Rosen about the top 10 trends and best practices for 2013 when it comes to background checks and safe hiring. We discuss the use of social metworking sites, the EEOC approach to the use of criminal records and credit reports, international background screening, resume fraud, dealing with temporary workers, privacy and off shoring of personal data, and tools to protect against workplace violence. We wrap up the conversation with some legally compliant best practices to keep businesses prodictive and out of court, as well as steps businesses can take immediately to avoid a bad hire.…

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Gender Discrimination in the Workplace 1:01:00

vor 12 years1:01:00

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Dealing with comple gender discrimination issues in the workpalce is very challenging. From pay to promotion to pregnancy, employers are facing risks they may not be prepared to manage. Understanding what these risks are, and knowing what internal processes you should have, and what data and documentation you should maintain is a critical component of reducing these risks and ensuring your workplace is free of gender discrimiation. In this episode, we speak with Timothy Long and Lauri Damrell about gender discrimination. We discuss wiy gender discrimination is a family issue, not just a women's issue. We talk about the growing poopularity of multi-million dollar gender discrimination suits and the trends in gender discrimination investigations from regulatory agencies. We discuss specific vulnerabilities for employers in the areas of pay, prommotion and pregnancy discrimination, and provide some practical suggestions for employers on how to avoid gender discrimination lawsuits, and what to do should an employer find itself involved in complex gender discrimination litigation.…

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Impairment in the Workplace: Drugs, Alcohol and Marijuana 58:00

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Drug and alcohol impairment in America's workforce is a growing problem. According to studies by the Center for Substance Abuse and SAMHSA, 22.6 million Americans used illicit drugs in the past month. 66% of those users are employed. 3.1% of workers admitted to using drugs before or during work hours in the previous year. Drug and alcohol impairment in the workplace presents a danger to employees and the public, causes increased workplace accidents, increased absences, decreased productivity, and lower morale. In this episode, we speak with Peter Lowe about impairment in the workforce. We talk about the prescription drug pandemic, medical marijuana laws, the new recreational marijuana laws in Washington and Colorado, and the conflicts between federal and state laws. We discuss whether "medical marijuana user" is a new protected class, and how medical marijuana relates to the ADA. We wrap up the discussion with some recommendations for employers on what workplace alcohol and drug policies they should have in place, and how to enforce those policies.…

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Highlights and Best Advice from 2012 59:00

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As 2012 draws to a close, it's time once again to look back on the year that was. During the past 12 months, we've talked to a variety of leading experts and policy-makers: EEOC Commissioner Chai Feldblum, OFCCP Director Patricia Shiu, civil rights activist Lilly Ledbetter, Former Wage and Hour Administrator Tammy McCutchen, Former EEOC Vice Chair Leslie Silverman, and Harvard Professor Frank Dobbin, just to name a few. Our guests have shared a wealth of practical suggestions on managing EEO compliance, avoiding employment discrimination litigation, and being a proactive (rather than a reactive) employer. In this week's episode, we'll be looking back on 2012 and sharing a collection of highlights and best advice from this year's guests.…

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OFCCP in 2013 1:01:00

vor 12 years1:01:00

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What does 2013 have in store for federal contractors? Will there be staffing changes at OFCCP? Is a pullback on the Agency's regulatory agenda possible? What new policies will be unveiled? Where will OFCCP focus its enforcement efforts? In this week's episode, we'll be talking with Mickey Silberman about what federal contractors can expect from OFCCP in the coming year. We'll discuss the Agency's enormous regulatory agenda and the practical implications of the proposed changes. We'll talk about OFCP's focus on sex discrimination, compensation discrimination, and employment of individuals with disabilities, and whether these areas will continue to be a priority. We'll discuss the Agency's recent history of aggressive enforcement efforts and whether that trend is likely to continue into the future. We'll wrap up the discussion with some steps federal contractors should take now to prepare for the coming year.…

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Employer Bill of Rights with Jon Hyman 1:02:00

vor 12 years1:02:00

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We've all heard about the Bill of Rights, which guarantees our freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to bear arms, among other things. But did you know that there's an Employer Bill of Rights? The Employer Bill of RIghts: A Manager's Guide to Workplace Law, by Jonathan Hyman, is a practical handbook designed to help managers and business owners navigate the ever-changing maze of labor and employment laws, rules, and regulations. The book provides employers with the confidence to make hiring, firing, and other personnel decisions free from the fear of litigation. In this episode, we'll be talking with Jonathan Hyman about why employers need a bill of rights, the areas of greatest concern for employers in the HR and personnel arena, and how this book can help businesses make informed decisions and hedge against the biggest errors that too often resut in expensive and time-consuming lawsuits.…

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Changers of Commerce with Amanda Hite 58:00

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There's a new movement taking hold - a movement about changing the way we plan and run our businesses, being more connected to our community, and enjoying the personal and economic benefits that come from doing so. It represents a fundamental change in thinking about the relationships between private enterprise, NGOs, civil groups and the public: through cooperation, everyone can benefit by considering and responding to the evolving needs and beliefs of today's society. In this episode, we talk with Amanda Hite about this change in thinking and the concept of "connected, conscious and creative Capitalism." We' discuss why community relationships are critical for businesses, how to create those relationships, and how they benefit sustainable success. We talk about how to incorporate these ideas into business strategy and the implications for both the personal and financial bottom lines. We also hear from Amanda about some concrete examples of these ideas in place, from the "No Kid Hungry" campaign here in the US, to the work Changers of Commerce have done with Global Hope Network International to help two villages in Ethiopia move closer to self-sustainability.…

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Presidential Election's Impact on HR and Employment Law 1:02:00

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This year's presidential campaigns have featured discussions on firing Big Bird, the unemployment situation in this country, the 47% and failed campaign promises. But have you thought about where the candidates stand on issues related to human resources and employment law? In this episode, we talk with Patricia Trainor about where President Obama and Governor Romney stand on human resources and employment law issues. We talk about the pending "right to know" employee classification regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act, affirmative action, and the National Labor Relations Board's reach when it comes to social media policies and employee handbooks. We also talk about what the election results could mean for employers and human resources professionals.…

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October is Disability Employment Awareness Month 57:00

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In 1988, Congress designated October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This year's theme is "A Strong Workforce is an Inclusive Workforce: What Can YOU Do?" To celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we hosted a special one-hour round table discussion on disability employment. Guests for this round table include Former EEOC Chair Cari Dominguez, Sheridan Walker, Kevin Bradley, James Rodriguez, and Jonathan Hyman. The discussion looks at issues such as diversity and inclusion of individuals with disabilities into the workforce, effectively recruiting within the disabled community, accessibility and accommodation, compliance issues and employers' legal responsibilities under the ADA, and HR best practices with respect to the employment of individuals with disabilities.…

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Big Changes for Small Businesses 1:02:00

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Small Businesses, listen up! There are some huge changes headed your way very soon, and you need to start preparing for them now. These changes encompass everything from tax credits to unemployment insurance to health care to workers compensation. The new rules will be effective as of January 1, 2013, so now is the time for small businesses to take action. In this episode, we talk with David Siracusa and Evan Collert of Employee Leasing Strategies about these changes, and what small businesses need to do now to get ready.…

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Supervisor Harassment, Affirmative Action, FLSA and ERISA 58:00

vor 12 years58:00

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Who is considered a "supervisor" in a harassment case? Can a university consider race when making undergraduate admissions decisions? Is a court permitted to rewrite contractual language of benefit plans, effectively changing the terms of the plan? These are some of the questions the Supreme Court of the United States will be looking at during its 2012 term, which began on October 1. While the Supreme Court will be looking at some pretty technical questions, the answers to these questions have practical implications for human resources departments across the country. In this episode, we look at the 2012 Supreme Court Term and talk about the employment law issues the court will be addressing with our guest Philip Miles. We talk about possible rulings, and what those rulings could mean for employers. We wrap up with a conversation about some other hot areas of employment law that lower courts are looking at, and what employers should be doing to prepare in light of new decisions.…

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ABCs of the ACA for Employers 59:00

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We all knew that the Affordable Care Act was going to require some changes to employers' group health plans and related documentation. Many employers held off on making modifications to see how things would shake out at the Supreme Court. It's been two months since the court upheld the ACA, and it's time to get started - if you haven't already! There's a lot of hard work that needs to be done to get plans in shape and in compliance with the new rules and regulations. There are some things - like preparing to report the value of health care benefits on employees' 2012 W-2 statements - that need to be done right away. Other things - like the "Play or Pay" mandate - require planning now for implementation in the near future. In this episode, we discuss what the Affordable Care Act means for employers with guest Darlene Clabault and Rebecca Bentz. We talk about the new compliance issues for employers, such as reporting the value of health care benefits, automatic enrollment, the employer "Play or Pay" mandate, and the summary of benefits and coverage that employers must provide. We also discuss the non-discrimination requirements of the ACA. We wrap up the conversation with some practical suggestions on what employers need to do now to get in compliance with the ACA and avoid some pretty steep penalties for noncompliance.…

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Winning Safety and Wellness Programs 1:00:00

vor 13 years1:00:00

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Would you like to increase productivity, boost employee satisfaction and morale, and cut costs associated with turnover, absences and health care? If so, a wellness program may be just what you need! Wellness programs have evolved from simple subsidies for employee-purchased gym memberships to on-site health care, nutrition events, fitness challenges, education and coaching programs, and health risk assessment and biometrics services. In this episode, we discuss wellness and safety programs with Terri Dougherty. We talk about the evolution of wellness programs and what some of today's leading programs look like. We discuss the link between wellness and safety, and talk about how integrating wellness and safety can increase employee benefits and bottom-line savings for employers. We wrap up the conversation with some practical suggestions on implementing wellness and safety programs, improving programs already in place, and how to overcome the three main obstacles to winning safety and wellness programs.…

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Crafting Compensation for Professional Services Careerists 57:00

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Crafting a compensation system is never easy. But it gets more complicated when we're talking about professional services firms. Aside from the salary and benefits basics common to all systems, there are special issues in professional services firms that need to be addressed - what partnership structure will be used? How do we reward business development and "non-billable" activities? What kinds of bonus and incentive structures will support the overall goals of the firm? Does it make a difference if we're a "young" firm or an "established" firm? The answers to these questions will vary from firm to firm. But there are some guidelines to help you answer these questions and some things to keep in mind when crafting compensation for professional services firms. In this episode, we discuss compensation in professional services firms with Ann Bares. We talk about how to compensate people on partnership track, how to reward business development and business origination, and how to structure incentives and bonuses. We also discuss how to value jobs and set salaries in light of little valid market data. We wrap up with a discussion about generational differences and how younger workers are demanding more transparency because of their sensitivity to inequity and unfairness.…

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Your Most Challenging and Bizarre HR Questions Answered! 58:00

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This program may contain mature themes. Listener discretion is advised. "Several or our warehouse employees are foreign, and their personal hygiene isn't the greatest. Neither is the smell in the summertime. If we require them to use deodorant, can we be sued for discrimination?" "I have reason to believe that one of our supervisors is using street drugs. He doesn't do it during work hours or on work premises. Can we require him to seek treatment as a condition of continued employment?" "We're in the process of hiring, and one of our candidates was convicted of sexual misconduct. It was a misdemeanor, not a felony. Are we allowed to consider this conviction when making our hiring decision? I say no, but my boss says yes - who's right?" "One of my employees posed for a Playboy spread. That's not the image our company wants to portray - can I legally fire her?" In this episode, we're answering your HR and workplace law questions. No issue is out of bounds, no question is too challenging, no situation is too bizarre for our panel of labor and employment attorneys! We'll be joined by Jon Hyman, Phil Miles, Robin Shea and Eric Meyer- they'll be providing candid advice and practical guidance. You won't want to miss this show!…

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