Author: Krystal Woolley January 15, 2025 On November 22, 2024, President Donald Trump announced his selection of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor. A former Oregon state representative for District 5, Chavez-DeRemer boasts a distinguished career in public service. She made history as the first Latina elected to the city council of Happy Valley, Oregon, and later served as the city’s mayor from 2010 to 2019. Known for her dedication …
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What Meta’s Layoff Plan Could Mean for Other Industries
Author: Krystal Woolley January 15, 2025 In a recent report by CNBC, Meta recently announced a strategic plan to slash budgets by 5% as the company braces for what its CEO has described as an “intense year.” Through an internal memo, it’s clear that Meta aims to increase efficiency and focus while reducing costs, which will likely result in the elimination of some projects and potential layoffs. Specifically targeting employees …
Hood County, Texas: Population, Income, and Employment Insights
Author: Krystal Woolley January 15, 2025 Hood County, Texas, offers a unique blend of small-town charm, top-rated schools, a thriving tourism atmosphere, and a strong retirement community with 12+ 55+ neighborhoods. But what is it like to work and live here? Let’s dive into the key facts about Hood County’s population, income, and employment statistics to understand the financial dynamics of this growing area. Income and Employment Statistics in Hood …
The Assassination of United Healthcare’s CEO & What It Means for the Future of Employee Benefits
Author: Krystal Woolley, sHRBP December 12, 2024 In a shocking turn of events, Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was assassinated in a targeted attack outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024. This incident has not only sent ripples through the corporate world but has also sparked significant discussions within the Human Resources (HR) community regarding the future of employee benefits and corporate security. This article explores the consequences …
HR Foresights & Flows November Edition
Game Changing Updates Stay informed by Krystal Woolley,sHRBP on November 18th. Welcome to the latest edition of HR Foresights & Flows, November Edition! Think of us as your ultimate cheat code for leveling up in employment law, HR management, and workplace wizardry. This newsletter is perfect for all you people leaders aiming to stay ahead of the game, dodging industry trends and legal pitfalls like a pro. So grab your …
Contractors vs Employees: The Penalties for Not Following the Law
Author: Krystal Woolley,sHRBP Date: Mar 29, 2024 In the land of taxes and legality, distinguishing between a contractor and an employee is more important than choosing the right emoji for your text – it’s serious business, folks! Governed by a maze of federal and state laws, an employee is someone who’s pretty much under the thumb of their employer – think work hours, where you sit, and how you do …
MENTAL HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE REVIEWS
Recent studies show that 1 in 4 employees suffer from some sort of diagnosed mental health issue. But you can’t just ask an employee if they suffer from mental health issues. This is like asking them if they take crazy pills and if they take them like they are suppose to.
Maximizing Productivity and Making Progress
March 29, 2023 Successful businesses are always striving to be productive and efficient while still striving to achieve their goals and objectives. Productivity is essentially a measure of how efficiently a business is using its resources such as people, time and money. It’s important to make sure a company’s resources are used optimally and that all tasks are completed according to their deadlines. But while productivity is important, it’s not …
The NoveltyHR Approach
Krystal Woolley,sHRBP March 20, 2023 Novelty HR is a type of Human Resources approach that focuses on creating an environment of positive consequences and improved outcomes through innovative policies and procedures. It utilizes creative and out-of-the-box thinking to drive business success whilst also taking into consideration employee morale and engagement. Novelty HR puts emphasis on effective communication, courageous conversations and rewards that are achievable and motivating. It makes employees feel …
Management Style vs. Employee Working Style
Krystal Woolley,sHRBP August 22, 2019 Over the years, I have worked with many types of bosses. The expectation from every single one is for the employee to adapt to change, individual management styles, and processes. In addition, company culture is almost always misrepresented with a company. Many employers do not know what “company culture” means. On the contrary, many employees and prospective employees are now trying to “experience” a variety …