Employees are spending a lot of time on their phones (scrolling social media, browsing the internet, listening to music or podcasts). Can we prohibit personal phone use during work hours? Answer from Rachel, SHRM-SCP (HR Support Center): Yes, you can limit or prohibit use of personal devices...
Phishing emails are a type of scam designed to obtain information or prompt certain behavior from their targets. To that end, they typically appear to come from a person or entity we trust. In most cases, careful inspection will reveal cracks in the façade, little signs...
Answer from Kyle, PHR: There can be downsides, yes. First, screening social media accounts creates extra risk. You could be exposed to information about a candidate’s protected classes, such as their race, age, or religion. If your ultimate hiring decision were challenged, you would need to prove...