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How to lower employee stress about health insurance

Insperity

Lack of direct control can be an issue as well. For instance, maybe employees now have to pay more out of pocket or their trusted, long-time physician is no longer in network under the revised plan. Even if the employee has no legal footing, they can still develop a negative attitude and resentment toward the company.

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Cybersecurity for remote workers: A business leader’s guide

Insperity

You may not know anything about – nor do you have any control over – the configuration of those operating systems, firewalls, anti-virus protections, software updates or authentication requirements. It can be a risky proposition to allow personal devices to access your company network and resources. What does this mean?

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Workplace and property firms must wake up to the new era of networked businesses

Workplace Insight

So, companies existed to share risk and reward and to legally protect shareholders. Vertical drop The ‘firm’ reached its apotheosis in the early-twentieth century with the US ‘corporation’ The American economy vertically integrated, creating vast, complex companies that controlled supply chains from production to sales.

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Cybersecurity policy essential components

BMT Office Administration

Network security guidelines Specify the rules for accessing the company’s network, including in-office Wi-Fi usage, firewalls, and guest access. If you want employees to use VPNs when accessing the network or handling sensitive data, explain that as well. It also avoids storing them in someone’s notes app.

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How employee resource groups can help employees and your business

Insperity

They facilitate mentorship and networking, both of which can lead to faster career advancement. It’s a good idea to consult with your legal team as you define your policy on employee resource groups and work with active groups. They enable employees to attain experience in a leadership role. What to watch out for.

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How to do a company SWOT analysis, and why it matters

Insperity

This is what’s happening inside your company – the things that you exercise some control over and can change with the appropriate strategy and effort. Unfortunately, you have minimal – if any – control over these factors. Now let’s explore the best approach to fill each quadrant. Internal factors. External factors. Opportunities.

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You promoted the wrong employee – now what?

Insperity

Having a network of mentors has the added benefit of giving the employee exposure to diverse styles and perspectives. If you’re concerned that you promoted the wrong employee into a certain role, first confirm whether that employee’s perceived failing is because of them alone or because of another workplace factor that you can better control.

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