If your business handles consumer data in New York, take note—big changes just went into effect that tighten the state’s breach notification requirements.

ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 23, 20252025, Updates to New York’s Data Breach Law, Data protection, ComplianceComment

Kickstart Wellness Initiatives for a Healthier 2025

By implementing wellness initiatives, you can foster a culture of well-being that supports your team and helps your business thrive.

CultureJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 14, 2025Kickstart Wellness Initiatives for a Healthier 2025, 2025Comment

New Year, Safer Workplace: Harassment Prevention Tips for 2025

Start the new year by prioritizing a safer, more respectful workplace with these practical harassment prevention strategies.

Employment Law, Policy, Compliance, TrainingJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 8, 2025Harassment, Training, 2025, New Year, Safer Workplace: Harassment Prevention Tips for 2025Comment

A New Year, A Fresh Start: How to Conduct an HR Audit to Identify Risks and Opportunities

Starting the year with an HR audit is one of the best ways to protect your business, enhance your workplace culture, and prepare for growth.

Compliance, Policy, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 2, 20252025, A New Year, A Fresh Start: How to Conduct an HR Audit to Identify Risks and Opportunities, HR MRI, risk mitigationComment

Don’t Miss These 2025 HR Deadlines

Here’s how to create a compliance calendar and key deadlines to remember for 2025

ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 26, 2024Don’t Miss These 2025 HR Deadlines, 2025, Compliance, Legal complianceComment

What HR Can Expect from a New Trump Administration

With the change in administration, we can expect significant shifts in regulations, immigration policies, diversity initiatives, and tax law.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 17, 20242024, What HR Can Expect from a New Trump Administration, policies and procedures, DEI, Compliance, Affordable Care Act, ImmigrationComment

A Guide to Employee Handbook Revision Season

As January 1st approaches, it’s prime time to ensure your policies align with new regulations and reflect the evolving needs of your workforce.

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 11, 2024A Guide to Employee Handbook Revision Season, 2024, employee handbook, Employee Handbook Builder, New York Employers, New York state law, New York state minimum wage, policyComment

What You Need to Know About the Nationwide Halt on CTA Enforcement

There has been a significant development regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filing requirements.

ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 5, 2024What You Need to Know About the Nationwide Halt on CTA Enforcement, 2024, Compliance, BOI, CTAComment

End-of-Year Performance Review Checklist: Setting the Stage for 2025 Success

End-of-year performance reviews are your chance to reflect on achievements, identify growth opportunities, and set the foundation for a successful 2025.

Leadership, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 26, 2024End-of-Year Performance Review Checklist: Setting the Stage for 2025 Success, 2024, performance review tips, performance managementComment

How to Empower Emerging Leaders to Manage Workplace Conflict

Emerging leaders struggle with managing workplace conflict, but with the right training, they can transform disputes into opportunities for growth and stronger team dynamics.

Leadership, TrainingJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 19, 2024Managing conflict, Employee training, leadership, Company CultureComment

Does Your Business Have a Generative AI Policy?

As generative AI rapidly reshapes HR processes, many companies are overlooking a critical piece of the puzzle: a clear policy to guide its responsible use.

PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 7, 2024AI, artificial intelligence, PoliciesComment

Get Ready, Employers: New York's Paid Prenatal Leave Takes Effect on Jan 1, 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, New York employers must provide 20 hours of paid prenatal leave annually, marking a new era of support for expectant employees.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 29, 2024Prenatal leave, Pregnancy rights, Company Culture, Compliance, legal considerations, policies and proceduresComment