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Small Business Spoonfuls
by Andere Corporation
Small Business Spoonfuls is your weekly dose of HR news, employment law hot topics, and Q&A for Human Resources professionals and small business owners! Join Mason Merrell and EEOC Certified Investigator Lisa Smith, SPHR, SHRM-SCP for lively and candid discussions. We hold nothing back in this informative and entertaining podcast sponsored by HelpDeskforHR.com
Episodes
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SBS 604: DEI, Mark Cuban and the EEOC
In this episode, we are talking about using the exchange on X between Mark Cuban several other Xers and the EEOC! Please don't forget to leave a review, like, and subscribe! Also, leave a voice comment or write me at [email protected] and I will be sure your comment or question is…
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SBS 603: Using AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Your Human Resources Department
In this episode, we are talking about using AI (ChatGPT) in your HR department. Please don't forget to leave a review, like, and subscribe! Also, leave a voice comment or write me at [email protected] and I will be sure your comment or question is addressed in an upcoming episode! Send in...
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SBS 602 Generational Discrimination
In this episode, we are talking about Generational Discrimination and I am referring to this article. https://wccwatch.org/hiring-managers-prefer-older-workers-over-generation-z/ Please don't for get to leave a review, like, and subscribe! Also, leave a voice comment or write me at...
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SBS 601 How to Handle Anonymous Complaints from Employees
Question: What Should Our Company Do When An Employee Files a Complaint But Wishes To Remain Anonymous? Answer: When an employee sends an anonymous complaint, it can be tricky for a company to handle. Let’s take a hypothetical situation: Emma, an HR manager at a medium-sized tech company…
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My Customer Said their Snake Is A “Service Snake”. Is that a thing?
Today we discuss guidelines for allowing/not allowing service animals into your business. We talk about the questions you can and cannot ask the customer about the animals as well as the difference between service animals and emotional support animals! Further Reading:...
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Naughty Girls Need Minimum Wage and Overtime too!
This week we discuss a court case that took place where a club was misclassifying their dancers as independent contractors and you better believe they were ordered to pay up! Then we talk about some of the signs of employee vs. independent contractors. Lisa also talks about the 16-week HR study...
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At-home workers: Paid Breaks, Unpaid Breaks, Nursing Mothers, and the FMLA
Today we discuss a new Field Assistance Bulletin published February 9, 2023 from the DOL that has guidance about remote workers paid/unpaid breaks along with nursing mothers. Links to everything we talked about below: To learn more about our services visit HelpDeskforHR.com Want to sign-up for...
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ASK HR SUPPORT: My Employee Stripped after the Christmas Party
Question: We had some employees leave our Christmas party and go elsewhere continuing to drink. They ended up at a strip club with one of our female employees getting up and dancing, including taking clothes off. Is there anything that needs to be done or said to these employees? To learn more...
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ASK HR SUPPORT: Employee is a Wiccan - Now What?!
Question: I have a female employee who is Wiccan and keeps a Wiccan notebook at her workstation. While she was absent some of her co-workers looked at it and have become uncomfortable with the employee's Wiccan notebook because they say it contains spells and other "witchy" writings. What should…
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ASK HR SUPPORT: No Kids Allowed in Your Own Home?
Question: Since Covid, we have closed down our offices and work remotely now. We are in the process of hiring for another position - which will also be remote. Can we tell someone they can't have their children at home while working? The job will be answering calls and emails throughout the day....
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What can HR learn from the Alec Baldwin Manslaughter Charge?
The Alec Baldwin manslaughter case has sparked much conversation in a variety of settings around the world. Keeping in mind that the filming of the movie Rust was done on a “job site” the question we are posing today is “What can HR learn from the facts of this case?”. Join us for an honest and...
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President Biden's Stance on Non-Compete Agreements
President Biden has signed a new Executive Order that may spell the end for many non-compete agreements across the U.S. Join us as we discuss this very controversial topic....
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How do you know if your workplace is becoming toxic?
Today we will discuss early signs in management and other leadership roles that will send you an early alert to the looming issues ahead. Link: https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/3-signs-your-boss-manager-or-coworker-is-a-toxic-leader-and-you-should-quit...
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The Hazards of Being Too Nice!
Today we will discuss the negative effects of cultivating and "nice" culture at work. How can something so good be so bad? Join us and find out! Link:...
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Work From Home Dress Codes: Good Idea or Impossible to Enforce?
Join us today as we talk about an interesting topic that has become more popular over the last year with all the remote working.. Work from Home Dress Codes! Link: https://couponfollow.com/research/work-wardrobe-covid-compared Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. Boss...
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EEOC Issues Updated COVID-19 Guidance On Vaccinations
Join Lisa as she discusses the updated guidance from the EEOC regarding vaccinations! Link: https://www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-issues-updated-covid-19-technical-assistance Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. Boss Calls: https://helpdesksuites.com/boss-calls/ HelpDesk for...
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Is it a HIPAA violation for employers ask if employees have been vaccinated?
In today's Episode, Mason and Lisa discuss the frequent member question. Can employers ask if people have been vaccinated? Isn't that a HIPAA violation? How about ADA? Link: https://www.osha.gov/coronavirus/faqs?fbclid=IwAR3YatBjROMOucz1yt_Kc0VgWbBcoCbYWkT2ae-IocAkvx8oUqtEbiAqQMI...
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States Relax COVID Safety Requirements. Do they really have the final say?
Join Lisa and Mason as they discuss the CDC's guidance on how people who are fully vaccinated aren't obliged to wear a mask indoors anymore... How does that affect the workplace? What's OSHA's Standpoint? Listen in to find out! Link:...
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President Biden's Paid Family and Medical Leave Proposal: How and When Might it Affect Your Small Business?
Today Aaron and Lisa are discussing President Biden's Family and Medical Leave Proposal! Link: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/04/28/fact-sheet-the-american-families-plan/ Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. HelpDesk for HR:...
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When Employers Should Log Adverse Vax Reactions On The OSHA 300
Today Aaron and Lisa discuss that on 4/20/2020 OSHA issued additional guidance addressing whether employers need to record adverse vaccine reactions on their 300 Logs. Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. HelpDesk for HR: https://helpdeskforhr.com/
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Employee Training Topics in 2021: What Employers Need To Know
Today we discuss some hot topics employers might want to consider training their employees on, in 2021. Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. HelpDesk for HR: https://helpdeskforhr.com/
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Work-Sabbaticals, LinkedIn, The Growing Movement of People Taking Breaks From Work
On today's show, we are discussing some ideas on how to handle employees coming back to the workplace after working at home for the last year. Enjoy! To learn more about our services click the link below. HelpDesk for HR: https://helpdeskforhr.com/
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What To Do And How To React When An Anonymous Negative Report About An Employee Is Received
Facebook Live from 4/14/2021 Today we discuss a common support question. "What to do and how to react when a negative report is received - usually anonymously - about one of your employees." Transcript: https://helpdesksuites.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Facebook-Live-Transcript-4.14.21.pdf To...
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Back to School and the FFCRA
Hey Compliance Warriors! This week on the show we are discussing an FAQ from the DOL that answers a few key questions when it comes to eligibility for FFCRA taken due to parents having to stay home to care for their children because of school closings. Link:...
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Conducting an Essential Small Business in the Wake of COVID-19
This week Lisa & Mason have Weston Toth, owner of Aqua Tech pools on the show to discuss what makes a small business work during the pandemic of COVID-19. Learn about the importance of communication and customer safety while operating an essential business. Watch on the new YouTube video section,...
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Covid-19: Top 5 Areas of Litigation
Hey Compliance Warriors! If you’ve seen the news, you know there’s plenty of backlashes when it comes to corporations failing to be COVID compliant. Listen this week as Lisa & Mason go over some of the top cases going on right now, and what could have been done to avoid them. Listen on… Enjoy and...
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Avoiding COVID-19 Scams
Hey Compliance Warriors! We’ve seen time and time again, with many disasters in the world. There will be people that try to help, and there will be people who try to profit. Unfortunately, there are plenty of scammers in the world that will try to get your money or your personal information.…
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Working From Home? Perk or No Perk
Hey Compliance Warriors! This week's podcast is on the topic of working from home. It’s becoming a practical option as the threat of COVID continues through the workplace and beyond. Working from home involves quite a bit of mental discipline, however, and we’ll get into the pros and cons of the...
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SBS 237: Holiday Pay Q & A
Hey Compliance Warrior! Today we're addressing a few user questions regarding holiday pay! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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SBS 236: Tips For Having Harassment-Free Holiday Parties!
Hey Compliance Warriors! So, last week we discussed holiday parties where it concerns alcohol and this week we are continuing that discussion with harassment-free holiday parties! Link to article: https://rubinthomlinson.com/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-a-harassment-free-office-holiday-party/…
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SBS 235: Employer Liability Concerning Alcohol At Holiday Parties
Hey Compliance Warriors! With the holiday season upon us, we all like to get together to celebrate a great year and holiday parties are a great way to show our employees how much we appreciate them. However, we also want to protect our company. So, here are some tips and things to think about if...
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Wage and Hour Warning Tale
Hey Compliance Warriors, Today we talk about a recent court case where delivery drivers weren't paid correctly, filed a claim, and won big! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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New Lactation Law Requirements for California
Hey Compliance Warriors! We're back and this week we're talking about the new lactation room requirements for California. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Benefits of Using Biometric Timekeeping Systems
Hey Compliance Warriors! Bio-metric time clocks have been around for while but with increasing technology and security they've become even more popular. Listen in as we discuss some of the benefits of using this type of timekeeping system! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple...
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Tips For Success When Preparing Your Employees For Open Enrollment
Hey Compliance Warriors! Open enrollment is just around the corner and if you're in a place where you're helping your employees with this, here's a few helpful tips! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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FMLA: When Employee Health Insurance Premiums Are Overdue
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today we discuss a user question about an employee who's health insurance premiums are overdue and how to handle this in regard to giving enough notice when canceling their coverage. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy...
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Marijuana: The ADA v.s. OSHA
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today we have a short discussion on navigating employer rights when dealing with someone who's coming to work impaired by the use of medical or legal recreational marijuana. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until...
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The Importance of a Good Succession Plan
Hey Compliance Warriors! We talk today about why organized succession plans are so good for an organization! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Incentive Pay: The Good and the Bad
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today we're talking about how incentive pay can be really good in an organization but also how it can hinder if it is not managed well. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Tips on Preventing Employee Termination From Becoming Workplace Violence
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today we're giving some tips on best practices when terminating someone to prevent confrontation. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Tips for Surviving a Bad Boss
Hey Compliance Warriors! We're back! This week on the show we're talking 5 tips on surviving a bad boss. How to maintain a cool head, your confidence, and your position in the work place when dealing with a difficult person. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or...
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HR Liability: Even When Outsourced
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today we discuss an employer liability when outsourcing tasks using a case study! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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FMLA Intermittent Leave Abuse
Hey Compliance Warriors! We're talking FMLA again this week. This time discussing 8 tips when dealing with intermittent leave abuse. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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The FMLA Bermuda Triangle
Hey Compliance Warriors! Todays were talking the Bermuda Triangle of the FMLA! When three laws intersect. Lisa gives some great tips on hopefully how to fly out in tact. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Policy Change Protocol
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today on the podcast we're talking policy changes! We gives some good practice tips when changing policies and also talk about a case study about a poorly handled situation when a policy was changed! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or...
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Workers Comp Hot Tips
Hey Compliance Warriors! On todays episode we talk Workers Comp! We give some tips on how to navigate it and best practices in using it. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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FMLA Requests: What Do They Sound Like?
Hey Compliance Warriors! In this Episode we discuss FMLA requests. How much information is required to qualify? We also discuss a case study! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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10 Things Your CEO Wont Tell You
In this episode we review 10 things you can be prepared for in some cases that your CEO won't be telling you outright! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Termination Checklist
Today we talk termination! We look at some questions you want to ask yourself before you terminate someone to make sure you're not going to be caught up in a court case. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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Importance of Proper Employee On-boarding
Today we discuss the process of successful Employee on-boarding. We also give some tips on what you can do to make the process efficient. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Stitcher! Enjoy and until next time, Be Audit Secure!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Small Business Spoonfuls is your weekly dose of HR news, employment law hot topics, and Q&A for Human Resources professionals and small business owners! Join Mason Merrell and EEOC Certified Investigator Lisa Smith, SPHR, SHRM-SCP for lively and candid discussions. We hold nothing back in this informative and entertaining podcast sponsored by HelpDeskforHR.com
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