Dasher

Something is fishy here! If the selected employee is as problematic as you report -- the criteria used to select the trainee/trainer is wacky. While it may be okay for you to speak with the VP and mention your concerns, it does not appear to be i…

in Must be in good standing...or not? Comment by Dasher November 2004

Don I told you on another thread that you have the best HR mind I know of. Am in awe, again!

in Employee's Spouse Harassing HR Comment by Dasher November 2004

My number one rule for termination meetings is to be sure not to rob the person of their dignity. Whether they yell or cry -- and I have had both, I attempt to make sure it is a courteous and dignified meeting. So far, so good.

in Firing scenario - what to say Comment by Dasher October 2004

You already have some great responses. I will only add that securing certification (either PHR or SPHR) will add validity to your position as HR Manager, especially for small organizations where you have to wear so many hats. I returned to school …

in Term Paper :-) Comment by Dasher October 2004

"BUT IT IS NOT AN EXCUSE TO KEEP A PERSON EMPLOYED WHO IS NOT PERFORMING." I was not screaming loudly enough for ya, huh, Don! Yep -- we can be fiesty, but it should only be effective when we ARE performing. LOL fire her without hesitation.

in Always an excuse.... Comment by Dasher October 2004

The only way the minority issue will come into play is if your company has allowed the behaviors you will be terminating "Ms. Always has an Excuse" for, to go on with a non-minority without taking appropriate/similar action. It is perfectly appro…

in Always an excuse.... Comment by Dasher October 2004

Yes, this is an excellent policy to have. We got rid of one of our biggest problem employees with it about six months ago. He was not convicted of the charge (paid a good lawyer to get rid of it) but we were in the clear because the reason for ter…

in Terminating an employee with an arrest record Comment by Dasher October 2004

I agree. We have to be very proactive when it comes to workplace violence issues.

in violence in the workplace Comment by Dasher October 2004

What? When I read your post I thought it meant having and showing affection for a co-worker. Guess that's because I have spent the better part of this week dealing with a recently engaged couple who thought our anti-nepotism policy could not possi…

in Affectional Preference Comment by Dasher September 2004

When you received the UI request for info and felt you could not objectively respond, you gave the owner the responsibility to respond in your place. As HR professionals we are almost always "personally" involved in investigations and circumstances…

in ethical dilemma Comment by Dasher September 2004

Well, this happened to me when we had a hurricane last year. After quite an uproar with claims of unfairness and "if I had known, I would have", etc., I concluded that my job was to advise the COO and then carry out the decisions made (whether my a…

in This one's a DOOOZZZIIEEEE Comment by Dasher September 2004

I second s moll's response. One "deny" is quite enough -- and it's not only annoying when they insist on two and three, but further discussions can lead to opening unnecessary legal issues.

in Deny, deny, deny... Comment by Dasher September 2004

Well, if a church member (who also is employed by the church) wants to participate in a voluntary assignment (say they want to clear away bushes or snow) that would be okay. If the employed janitor, who is also a member of the church, is asked to…

in Employees Volunteering at work Comment by Dasher August 2004

No Way, Don! How else would you all recognize me? Besides, they are just too cute. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. With those good wishes, Sonny, I will be back in a flash. Take care.

in Meeting & Prayer Comment by Dasher June 2004

"May each of you be Blessed for being in and on this world on this date and time! Remember, none of us know, when we might loose this status. So be happy and seek inner peace, when you can." Pork, Seriously - amen and amen again. I will be awa…

in Meeting & Prayer Comment by Dasher June 2004

Can't think of an employment law that was violated. It is just that the workplace is not the place for imposing ones religious preference, or lack thereof, on others. Counsel the offended employee and perhaps have the manager apologize as indicate…

in Meeting & Prayer Comment by Dasher June 2004

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 06-10-04 AT 11:28AM (CST)[/font][br][br]I know, Sunshine, and believe me I empathize with a company going through this; however, it is dangerous sanctioning clients determining the sexual preferences of …

in Sex change employee Comment by Dasher June 2004

There is no law that I am aware of that would necessitate you not using the letterhead for a reference letter. The "boss" seems pretty petty to me by withholding a letter of reference for an employee who performed well (just because "he doesn't lik…

in Sex change employee Comment by Dasher June 2004

It is certainly not unusual for the nominee of the "opposing" party to receive special privileges in such a circumstance. Kerry should not be expected to wait in line, neither should any of the living former Presidents or visiting foreign dignitari…

in National Day of Mourning ... Comment by Dasher June 2004

Janet, perhaps you have only been in HR for a year but the way you handled this situation was excellent! Keep up the good work. Isn't the forum great for feedback on these kinds of issues?

in Employee Meetings Comment by Dasher June 2004

I was going to join in on this very interesting discussion, but Ray stole my thunder . . . so I will just say "ditto" to his post with the following in semi-large caps: "So, the answer depends on your specific company - the culture, the amount of d…

in Prayer Meeting Comment by Dasher June 2004

Required by whom? Do you have another position available for which he is now applying? He requested no accommodation during his interview/testing and received none. Sorry, I do not see the issue here.

in Dyslexic Applicant Comment by Dasher May 2004

Shana needs to hear (again) your expectations of the responsibilities of managers who report to you. She may also need to be heard regarding why this mistate occurred; and the interaction with your admin asst. You may have perceived that your "del…

in NEED YOUR HELP FAST Comment by Dasher May 2004

How about putting up some friendly worded signs in the rest rooms?

in Bathroom Etiquette Comment by Dasher May 2004

In addition to the training video (which are great to use) I like the booklet format in a series by American Media Publishing (1-800-262-2557) called The Human Touch Performance Appraisal by Charles M. Cadwell. The one I use was published in 1994, …

in performance evaluation training videos. Comment by Dasher May 2004

Thank you, Don. Here is a hug for you! Anyone waiting for a tirade would have waited in vain, for I have to much respect for your HR knowledge and significant contributions to this forum to have participated in that. Yes, this thread is long but …