Human Resource Blog — SevenStarHR

New York's "Freelance Isn't Free" Act: What Employers Need to Know

New York's "Freelance Isn't Free" Act, effective May 20, 2024, strengthens protections for freelance workers, reshaping dynamics for small businesses engaging independent contractors.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 7, 2023Freelance Isn't Free, Governor Hochul, New York Labor Law, Freelance, independent contractors, Employment Law ChangesComment

Navigating the Future: HR Trends Projection for 2024

As 2024 approaches, HR is poised for a transformative shift, embracing AI innovation and nuanced remote and in-office dynamics.

StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 30, 20232024 HR Trends, AI, data driven decision making, performance management, upskilling and reskilling, DEI, Diversity, artificial intelligence, Employee experience, return to office, remote work, positive culture, Evolving HR landscapeComment

A Guide to Limiting Liability at Your Business's Holiday Party

As the holiday season approaches, small business owners must navigate the delicate balance between celebration and liability at their company's festive gatherings.

Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 21, 2023holiday parties, Liability management, employee gatherings, legal considerations, risk mitigation, holiday season, insurance, workplace liability, workplace policiesComment

How to Distinguish Between Meaningful and Vanity HR Metrics

In Human Resources, distinguishing between impactful and superficial metrics is the key to driving organizational success.

Culture, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 16, 2023Vanity metrics, Key HR metrics, Growth, Measuring success, Training ROI, turnover rates, employee engagementComment

New York Labor Law Amendment Requires Employers to Notify Workers of Unemployment Benefits

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a labor law amendment requiring New York employers to inform workers about their right to file for unemployment benefits upon separation, as of November 13, 2023.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 9, 2023NYDOL, Employee Rights, Kathy Hochul, Employment #Regulations, Labor Law Amendment, New York Labor Law, Unemployment BenefitsComment

Employee Retention Made Easy

Employee happiness isn't just a feel-good concept; it's a strategic imperative in today's highly competitive business world.

Culture, Hiring, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 7, 2023Employee recognition programs, employee retention, Automation, HR made easy, employee well-being, Competitive advantage, employee engagement, Reduce turnoverComment

Equal Pay Matters: EEOC's 2024-28 Enforcement Strategy Unveiled

The EEOC's new Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2024-28 puts the spotlight on equal pay in the workplace.

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 26, 2023Equal pay, EEOC, pay equity, salary history, compensation, employment practices, employment law, pay secrecy policiesComment

HR Tips for Small Business Owners: Preparing for the Holiday Season

With the holiday season approaching, small business owners need to prepare their HR strategies for increased demand and employee management to ensure a successful year-end.

Leadership, Strategy, CultureJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 23, 2023Small Business HR, Holiday planning, employee engagement, HR strategy, Holiday SeasonComment

Federal Agency Collaboration and Employer Liability on the Rise

As federal agencies increasingly collaborate on workplace regulation enforcement, employers find themselves exposed to heightened liability.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 20, 2023Compliance, Workplace Regulations, Federal Agencies, Employer Liability, Employment Compliance, Employment Law Changes, Regulatory Scrutiny, Workplace Rights, Federal OversightComment

NLRB Adopts New Employer Work Rules Standard: What Employers Need to Know

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has introduced a stringent new standard for evaluating workplace regulations, impacting all employers, regardless of their union status.