Training

Train employees on ‘bystander’ responsibilities to report harassment

04/24/2023

In 2016, the EEOC released a report that said reducing sexual harassment at work often depends on co-workers being willing to report misbehavior when they witness it. Since then, it has been largely up to employers to define policies for so-called bystander reporting. Here’s how to structure bystander training that prevents sexual harassment instead of merely reporting it after the fact.

OK to require training that may violate some religious beliefs

04/20/2023

Raymond objected to mandatory training on anti-gay bias, stating his religious beliefs about homosexuality precluded him from participating. He said it would compromise his faith.

Offer equal access to high-quality training

02/16/2023

A federal appeals court has ruled that unequal or inadequate training may be an adverse employment action that can justify a discrimination lawsuit—just like demotion, failure to promote and termination.

Worried about a new hire? ‘Salvage operation’ tips

01/25/2023

Despite a thorough hiring process, even promising candidates can develop performance issues once on the job. Now, several weeks in, you’re noticing concerning patterns that weren’t evident during interviews. Before making a hasty decision in either direction, it’s time for a structured approach to evaluate whether this employee can become a valuable team member or if it’s best to part ways.

How to develop an effective workplace training program

01/13/2023

Employee retention has been a significant challenge for many businesses in recent years, and that trend is not likely to slow down too much in 2023. Leaders looking to improve employee retention in the new year may be pleased to learn that a recent study by Emergn found that workplace training can act as a valuable retention tool.

Can racial equity training create a hostile work environment?

12/15/2022

A former employee of Seattle’s Human Services Department is suing the city in federal court, claiming a program by the city’s Office for Civil Rights created a hostile work environment for him, as he is white.

New Year’s resolutions for employees hungry to learn

12/13/2022

New Year’s resolutions for many HR staffers can be summed up in three words: Training, training and training.

HR pros want threat management training

10/26/2022

According to a new study, 75% said that due to failing to notify their department in advance, violence occurred when an employee was furloughed or fired. This is why almost all human resources executives say behavioral threat assessment or threat management training is essential for their job.

DEI training doesn’t have to break the bank

09/22/2022

In many cases, smaller companies can create their own instructions in their employee handbooks or group sessions.

Judge: Florida’s ‘anti-woke’ law can’t limit DEI training

08/30/2022

A federal judge has blocked Florida from enforcing part of a new state law that aimed to limit workplace anti-discrimination training.