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It's Official: Agencies Release Final Rules on SBC, GINA, 401(k)s

The federal government has been busy issuing final rules on a number of benefits-related regulations that will directly impact employers.

March Webinar: W-2 Reporting

Learn about the new Form W-2 requirements and how you can prepare for the changes.

In Brief: Union Elections

The NLRB is proposing a series of rules that would change procedures regarding union representation elections.

Employers Go High-Tech with Benefit Information

Employers of all sizes are turning to new technologies to make benefit communications easier and more effective.

Expert: CDHPs Can Succeed with Right Incentives

A little nudge (and maybe some cash) can spur employees to be good health consumers, which can save employers money in the long run, experts say.

Feb. Webinar: Communicating with Benefit Plan Participants in the Digital Age

The February installment of the Employer Webinar Series will explore compliance requirements and challenges of electronic notices for benefit plans.

A value added feature of being a client of Russ Blakely & Associates is having access to a variety of complimentary, in-depth Human Resource Services. These services are led by Jack Matens, a highly regarded HR professional and mediator with over 35 years of experience working with business, education and military organizations throughout the United States and Canada.

Jack's HR Services include:

Training and Development: Russ Blakely & Associates offers workshops on a wide range of HR related topics. Throughout the year, Jack will facilitate, SHRM/HRCI approved workshops in the Chattanooga area. Client surveys dictate what topics will be offered from year to year. Jack’s up to date workshops on Communications, Conflict Management, Customer Services, Employee Motivation, Leadership (including Myers Briggs Type Indicator profiles) and Teambuilding have received rave reviews from thousands of workshop participants. We also offer on-site seminars for organizations who have enough employees who would benefit from a particular topic.

Recruiting and Selection: In today’s competitive market, it is imperative to select employees who will bring value to your team. Our Director of HR Services has helped many organizations recruit, screen and hire employees who were the “right fit.” Behavioral interview training, job-specific interview guides, workplace simulations and new employee orientation programs are tools at your disposal.

Organizational Development: Is your organization moving forward and meeting the demands of the 21st century? Strategic planning, mission statements, and succession plans are offerings to guide you through challenging times.

Performance Management: Writing job descriptions, creating performance appraisal systems, and implementing progressive counseling programs are all measures that can help your company deal more effectively with your employees. Jack can provide assistance in all of these areas.

Employee Relations: Clear communication with your employees can be challenging. Employee handbooks/information guides, policy manuals and opinion surveys are ways to improve this process.

For more information about our value added HR Services, please contact Jack Matens at (423) 266-8306 or jack@russblakelyassoc.net.