Many companies use Twitter to recruit employees or market products. But if you’re using the site, here’s a tip that could save you a lot of headaches: Read the rest of this entry »
Mandatory furloughs have become a common way for companies to avoid layoffs. But here’s one thing those companies need to look out for: Read the rest of this entry »
Retaliation claims against employers have risen sharply in recent years. One way to protect your company: a thorough investigative procedure. Take this recent case: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, EEOC, investigation, retaliation
Few employees plan to take vacation this year. And those that do will check with the office more frequently. Is this a good thing for companies? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: CareerBuilder, e-mail, vacation
Here’s a lesson from a recent case about preventing e-mails from being used in court against the company: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: attorney-client privilege, e-mail
Think e-mail and other communication technologies make employees more productive? Think again. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, Facebook, productivity, study
E-mails you send may say more about you to the reader than you intend. Read the rest of this entry »
Two recent news stories provide a lesson on how easy it is to make a serious mistake when communicating electronically. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, rejected applicants
HR spends a lot of time e-mailing employees, managers and execs. Here are some ways to make sure your important info doesn’t get lost in the flood of messages people get every day. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, Harvard Business Review, revision
Many employers monitor employees’ e-mail use to prevent data leaks, harassment and other legal problems. In one recent case, a manager went a step further, putting his company on the hook for a violation of privacy. Read the rest of this entry »
