Few things are more frustrating for employers than finding out that a new hire oversold their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The employee looked great on paper and appeared confident and competent in the interview, but when it came to doing the basic duties of the...
Employee turnover is expensive—more so than you might think. According to a recent survey by the Society for Human Resource Management, the average cost-per-hire is $4,129. However, turnover costs can vary depending on the length of time it takes to fill the role, the...
We recommend informing employees that they may have been exposed to chicken pox, but would not reveal the name of the employee who has the condition. We would also limit the announcement to those employees who have a need to know, i.e., those who may have come into...
Even if an employee has exhausted their FMLA leave for the year, their condition may fall under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Under the ADA, a disabled employee is one who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major...
Austin HR’s Cofounder, David Hughen, is hosting an 8th year of Career Transitions – a free to the public five week session, designed to help Austin area professionals who are considering their ‘next’. This program is made available as a gift to...
For those with interest around this topic, please visit this link to see a great video by a friend and partner of our company, Jason Finkelman, Immigration Attorney. Jason does a great job walking you through what you need to...
