We’re excited to introduce our Online Performance Appraisal Program — a streamlined, fully automated solution designed to simplify and enhance your employee evaluation process.
With a customized platform, expert-led training, and hands-on support from start to finish, this program empowers your team to conduct timely, compliant, and insightful performance reviews.
The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard a case that could significantly impact workplace discrimination claims, particularly those involving individuals from majority groups. The case, Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, involves Marlean Ames, a heterosexual woman who alleges she was denied a promotion and later demoted in favor of less qualified LGBTQ+ colleagues.
At the heart of the case is whether plaintiffs from majority backgrounds—such as white or straight employees—face an unfairly high burden of proof when alleging discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Some courts have traditionally required these plaintiffs to provide additional evidence to demonstrate bias, arguing that such discrimination is less common.
During oral arguments, justices from across the ideological spectrum questioned whether this heightened standard should remain. A ruling in Ames’ favor could lead to an increase in workplace discrimination claims, including those involving “reverse discrimination.” It may also reshape how employers approach diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.
Legal experts highlight that while organizations must remain committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, they should also ensure that all employment decisions—hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actions—are based on clear, documented criteria. This case serves as a reminder for HR professionals to stay informed on evolving employment law and maintain compliance with anti-discrimination regulations.
Stay tuned for updates as the Supreme Court issues its ruling, which could have far-reaching implications for HR policies nationwide.
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Workforce Consultants continues expand our services that are essential to Small and Midsized Businesses. We have recently added a team of Payroll and Accounting professionals to support our amazing clients.
The objective is to save valuable time, so that clients no longer have to perform these important and critical tasks in-house. Our Payroll and Accounting services are performed by certified, trained experts and offered at far less money than hiring internal staff to perform these duties.
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Do you have supervisors or managers that need to be coached for behavioral issues, performance issues, or to improve their alignment with your company? Are you losing good employees due to bad leadership? If you are not ready to give up on these leaders, think about professional coaching. Workforce Consultants has added a new division for 2023 based on the demands that we learned from our clients. We’ll provide a path for great leadership results.
Private coaching by our certified coaches and licensed therapists.
Workforce Consultants has developed a one-of-a-kind academy for supervisors and managers. We have found that many great employees get promoted to positions of leadership based on their technical operations and dedication to the company. Yet they have not been formally trained in leading people and complying with employment laws. We provide an academy that requires 5 to 7 hours per month per participant for individual clients and public programs to be announced.
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Coming this spring 2023! Workforce Consultants along with Kennedy, McCarthy & Rumm and Cal Works Safety will host an in-person event to review the latest news and offer advice in the areas of business HR, employment laws, and safety and OSHA requirements. There are many new laws and regulations for 2023, along with legacy requirements and best practices in human resources that impact your business.
Look for more information over the coming weeks. This event promises to be impactful information and fun with wine and cheese!
