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Timeka Green
Over 10 years of experience as a Human Resources Professional. Global HR Professional. SHRM-SCP Certified. Empty-nesting Mom. South Carolina Geechie Girl.
Who pays a tariff? (Tariffs explained)
Who pays a tariff? How do tariffs affect you? Will tariffs affect your personal finances? Will tariffs affect your salary or take your job? Sooooo many questions with so few answers! Personally, I've heard the word tariffs more now than I ever did in my high...
Apple DEI: Apple Remains Committed to an Inclusive Workplace
Apple DEI program is being closely watched by competitors, consumers, investors, and nearly anyone who has an interest in this tech giant. Apple has been known for many decades for its innovation, not just in technology but also in creating a diverse and inclusive...
Cutting DEI Programs in the Workplace
DEI programs have tracked great success because DEI programs aim to create fair environments where all individuals have equal opportunities and can bring their unique perspectives after showing that they are qualified for employment and academic opportunities. The...
What is Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)?
Equal Employment Opportunity is at stake and will no longer exist. Now that the current presidential administration has signed several Executive Orders related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and...
DEI vs. Affirmative Action: What’s the Difference?
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and Affirmative Action have become hot topics recently. You might wonder what these terms mean and how they affect your life. First, let's start with the understanding that DEI and Affirmative Action are not the same....
Return-to-Office Mandates: Unexpected Workplace Shift
Major companies are enforcing return-to-office mandates and are shifting away from remote work. Many companies operated with work-from-home policies before the COVID-19 Pandemic, but after the pandemic, there was definitely a mass shift to more work-from-home,...
Employee Appreciation Gifts for Burger King Employee After 27 years & Perfect Attendance
Employee appreciation gifts are tokens of gratitude given to employees to recognize their contributions to the company. Some organizations, leaders or even business owners may decide to give employee appreciation gifts once per year on Employee Appreciation Day,...
Uber and Lyft Pay Increase Lawsuit Filed in 2024
Uber and Lyft have been the leaders of the ride-sharing industry which has now grown rapidly and changed how people earn income and/or get around. Recently, the lawsuit regarding pay increases for Uber and Lyft drivers has grabbed attention. Drivers may soon see a...
Human Resources Manager
A human resources manager (HR Manager) plays a crucial role in shaping an organization's workforce. The main duties of a Human Resources Manager include managing the team that recruits new talent, developing company policies, and ensuring that employees are...
Human Resources Certifications: Essential, Low-Cost Study Materials
Human Resources Certifications can be an expensive goal to achieve. Personally, I feel the cost is expensive because earning your Human Resources certification is commonly seen as a significant career milestone. It is held in high regard showing everyone how...
Health Insurance: Open Enrollment vs. Qualifying Life Events
Health insurance (or medical insurance), dental insurance and vision insurance coverages are the main focus during open enrollment. Open enrollment is a crucial time for employees seeking to make a change(s) to health insurance, as well as dental and vision...
What is Open Enrollment, FSA & HSA?
Open enrollment is the period of time in the year when an employee can either re-select or change benefits without needing a qualifying life event. Open enrollment is not held during the same period for every company. Open enrollment is typically open right...
SHRM vs HRCI: The Different Types of HR Certifications
If you're aiming to level up your career in Human Resources (HR), understanding Human Resources certifications, how to become certified, and how to maintain your certification through recertification credits is crucial. These credits are essential to...
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