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SHRM's HR Daily Nov. 7, 2023       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Grocery Store Sued for Misusing EAP Benefit  A grocery store allegedly subjected an employee to sexual harassment and then fired her after she refused to comply with an unlawful directive to participate in the company's employee assistance program (EAP), according to a lawsuit from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.     Viewpoint: How I Engaged With a Critical Mentor Who Helped Me Succeed Jennifer McCollum, the CEO of Linkage, a SHRM company, writes in her new book,  In Her Own Voice, about how she asked Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford and Boeing, to be her mentor and what his guidance has meant to her career and Linkage's success.    Advertisement     Feeling Stuck with a Bad HRIS/Payroll System? You have Options. When it comes to finding a new HRIS or payroll solution that fits your exact needs, you have plenty of options thanks to Matchr. Our 100% FREE and consultative service lets you quickly search the market to find the right system for your business. Join the 7,000+ HR pros helped by Matchr over the past 11 years. Get Your Free Software Matches Now!     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     How Workplace Discrimination Saps Employee Motivation When people work for discriminatory managers, they put in less effort. That's true both when managers are biased against them and when they're biased in their favor, according to new research.     OSHA and NLRB Collaborate on Enforcement The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently agreed to expand their partnership on legal enforcement.   Advertisement     Creating a Culture of Belonging and Connection Fostering a workplace culture of belonging and connection boosts engagement, retention, and job performance, but it requires intentional actions and initiatives. Join this free panel discussion to learn how Google, General Motors, and Wesley are shaping a culture of belonging and connection. Save your spot     Court Finds Hotel Illegally Failed to Rehire Unionized Workers A federal court recently upheld an NLRB ruling that found the Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles unlawfully avoided rehiring unionized workers after a temporary closing.     Company that Allegedly Had Trade Secrets Could Not Compel Arbitration of Claims A Silicon Valley company that allegedly received trade secrets from a new employee and was sued by the employee's former employer could not compel the claims to arbitration, a California appeals court recently ruled.   Advertisement     STAY UP TO DATE—WORKPLACE DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST LAWS Do you recruit for multiple company locations? Are you hiring frequently in certain states? The state-by-state guide could be a valuable tool. The guide is a summary reference to the workplace drug and alcohol testing laws by U.S. State. DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY TODAY     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     SHRM's People & Culture Virtual Retreat Nov. 14, noon-4 p.m. ET / 9 a.m.-1 p.m. PT Sponsor: Culture Amp Fostering an inclusive workplace involves creating an environment where employees thrive physically, mentally and emotionally. Join SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, and Dr. Kenneth Matos, the global senior director at Culture Amp, as they discuss the vital role HR plays in creating a workplace where employees feel valued, safe and motivated to excel. They will delve into the importance of cultivating a supportive culture that promotes well-being, open communication and trust—the pillars of maintaining a people-first workplace.     Technology Is the Employee Experience: Understanding and Improving an Essential Workforce Connection Nov. 8, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Paycom As the digital world continues to shape the workplace, choosing the right workplace tech has become more important than ever. Attend this session to learn how self-service technology will help lift your employee experience while minimizing costly payroll errors. In this program, hear from an HR expert as they discuss how to have a satisfied workforce by identifying what your employees need from HR tech, prioritizing digital transformation for employee well-being and creating better experiences to meet evolving employee expectations.     Building a Business Case for HR Transformation: A Step-by-Step Guide Nov. 13, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Ceridian In this program, industry experts provide a step-by-step guide to building a successful business case for HR transformation. You will learn how to set business goals, get leadership buy-in, measure outcomes and quantify project success. You will also learn how to analyze organizational readiness and prepare for change, craft a business case that gets internal buy-in from leadership, select and measure against the right KPIs for your business, and determine return on investment and overall impact once a project is completed.     Cost-Effective Talent: Exploring Emerging Talent Hubs Nov. 13, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Multiplier Ready to tap into incredibly skilled and cost-effective talent pools from around the world? From burgeoning tech scenes to creative epicenters, you will learn where to find the talent you need without breaking the budget. Attend this tour of global talent hot spots and discover untapped potential just where you least expect it. During the session, you will discover diverse talent pools, evaluate ROI of talent expansion, navigate regulatory landscapes and develop scalable onboarding processes.     SHRM Creative Communication Series Oct. 19, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Adobe Express Join thought leaders from Adobe and SHRM as they delve into best practices to transform your organization with creativity. In these engaging and informative sessions, we will take a deep dive into the world of best practices, sharing invaluable insights on how to revitalize and elevate your organization through the transformative power of creativity. Get inspired with actionable ways to achieve recruitment, employee development and culture-building goals with the easy-to-use content-creation platform Adobe Express.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. Human Resources Leave Coordinator II - Goodwill of Orange County - Santa Ana, Calif. (Onsite)     EXPRESS REQUEST     Today Is Election Day: Most State Laws Mandate Time Off to Vote Now is a good time to refresh your knowledge on time off to vote laws. Federal law does not require employers to give employees time off to vote, but a majority of states and some local ordinances mandate voting leave time. Visit SHRM's State Laws: Time Off to Vote Express Request.     USEFUL LINKS   Join us at the SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2024 in Las Vegas or virtually April 14-17, 2024. The FMLA Manager makes leave tracking easier. Plus, you'll be confident you're following the latest federal and state regulations. 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