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IrisD--I don't know that you need to have a policy specific to food, but you could have a policy on cleanliness that covers food. For example, that employees are responsible for keeping their work area reasonably neat and clean, including cleaning u…
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Yes, specifics would really help. However, if you are receiving complaints--even from just one employee--the situation ought to be investigated. It could be that there's nothing to it, or as others have suggested, it could be that it's an employee c…
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Without knowing anything else about the HR person or your past history with her, my first reaction is that you should address the situation with her directly first. You have the notice with the change on it, but as you explain it, you weren't presen…
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How about resolving to have fewer meetings or, at the very least, scheduling meetings only when they are absolutely necessary (no meetings for the sake of having them). An alternate idea might be to prohibit meetings on a specific day of the week--l…
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Sounds like a great approach, HRforMe--have employees dress appropriately depending on what the situation calls for. Talk about a policy that communicates faith in and respect for the people you've hired. Kudos!
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You're correct that there studies that indicate student performance and behavior improves when uniforms are worn. But it's equally true that there have been studies to the contrary. I went to Catholic schools from Kindergarten through 12th grade fro…
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In one of my first jobs at a very small employer--about 7 of us total--the holiday tradition was for each person in the office to buy a gift for everyone! This was all fine and dandy for the husband and wife team who owned the company and had plenty…
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I think the best policy--and it's what we do-- is to have any co-workers who have a relationship disclose it to HR. Then HR --with input from the employees' supervisors-- look at each situation on a case-by-case basis. If the relationship is between…
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I feel badly for all of you who have reported that in your experience it's been the "norm" to share hotel rooms with co-workers. I actually don't mind traveling for work, and I realize that may be due in large part to that I get some alone time whil…
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Well, then perhaps productivity skyrocketed in workplaces across the nation on Monday, because I read an article today that it was the busiest CyberMonday ever! [;)]
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So, I have a question on this: Does it matter what's being allowed to be solicited/sold? Does this also apply if an employee is selling items? What if an employee has a small business on the side selling arts & crafts or scarves or something an…
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I think these group/monthly celebrations are fine, especially if money is an issue. But I believe that, assuming your department/company can afford it--or if you as a supervisor or manager can afford it if it comes out of your pocket--that some type…
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I think this kind of test is a good idea except that I wonder how many people can honestly assess themeselves. It's like asking people whether or not they think they are a good driver--I've seen studies where almost everyone thinks they're good dri…
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A doctor in Denver sent a letter to the FDA claiming that someone who ate microwave popcorn multiple times per day developed lung disease. The culprit, apparently, is a chemical added to make the popcorn taste "buttery". There must be something to…
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Adding on to what BKate and IT HR said, I would develop and distribute a policy as soon as possible. It would not only make it clear what your expectations are in terms of limiting (vs. outright prohibiting which would probably be unrealistic) perso…
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OK, someone might tell me I'm wrong, but my answers to your questions are 1) I don't see why you couldn't make such an offer and 2) I don't see why you would have to "re-open" the interview process. As it stands, a candidate with no car IS your top …
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That's a great idea from NYGiants--the situation is only a win-win if the extra two hours these employees are working 4 days per week is as productive as teh 8 that they would have worked on the 5th day! By the time 60-90 days has passed, if you a…
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You know, there are so many different personality types involved that it's hard to give one straight answer to your question. But my experience with princesses/princes is that they will usually back down once someone stands up to them. When I hear…
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In a time where high-profile sports figures are disappointing fans and the general public (Michael Vick and Barry Bonds being obvious recent examples) or behaving in a way where it's clear they have huge egos and are out only for themselves (Terrell…
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I'm guessing this is simply someone who has given no thought as to the origin of the word, whether it refers to a gypsies or a people of a particular national origin, etc. I agree that the person was probably just angry at the moment they wrote the…
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This is exactly why I tell my wife not to throw out my old clothes! You never know when what it "out" may come back "in" again. I don't have any pink sweaters left over from the 80s, though.
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I have to second the sentiments of HR36 here. I assume you don't intend to do this, but your message gives the impression that taking that week of vacation is nearly as important to you as deciding where you are going to work. I also don't think …
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I admit I would probably go the path of least resistance--and most personal sacrifice--by scrubbing my webpage to take off anything embarassing and accepting the request. Then again, it really shouldn't be considered much of a sacrifice to take dow…
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Glad to hear that redsoxrule doesn't have anything against the Yankees. If you watched the game last night I'm sure you enjoyed the Fenway crowd's chant of "Where is Roger?" The most amazing part of this, to me, is that his pay breaks down to abo…
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My instinct would be to write it off to immaturity. Maybe it was just a misifre on his part in attempting to let his (fun-loving?) 'personality' shine through. He may not have yet shaken his college mindset where people would be amused by such at…
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Thanks everyone for your replies. First, I'm sorry for not being clear in terms of following up with the employee. I had determined that I would go back to him in about a week to find out if the situation had improved. I met with him at the end of…
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Thanks Cindy--that's a terrific idea posting how many employees the company is allowing per week during the busiest weeks. That way, there's no mystery for someone putting in a request as to whether the week is going to be available. Plus, I hear …
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I don't know that attempting to physically restrain him would ever be a good idea, but certainly calling the police to report that you believed he was intoxicated, along with telling them the type of car he was driving, license plate etc. I knew so…
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I agree that much of it depends on who is asking for to telecommute--what is their track record as an employee? You might want to consider a policy that states it's totally up the employer to decide who they will permit to telecommute and make that…
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Some of these companies go way overboard with these policies--and for what? As has been discussed in this thread, supervisor-subordinate relationships have obvious dangers. Our policy requires disclosure of these relationships, and then we will work…