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California Employment Law: Legislative Update
California Employment Law: Legislative Update     Below is a summary of several prominent bills signed by Governor Gavin Newsom this legislative season.   Senate Bill 616: Expanding paid sick leave entitlements Currently California employers must provide employees with paid sick leave of at least 24 hours or three days off each year. Employers were
Summary: Top 10 Employment-Related Bills
Summary: Top 10 Employment-Related Bills     Below is a summary of the top 10 employment-related bills passed by the California Legislature and sent to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. If signed, these bills will go into effect on January 1, 2024.   Senate Bill 403: “Caste” as a protected category Generally, California law prohibits businesses
Elevating Your Business: The Power of Educating Your HR Team at the 2023 California Employment Law Update
Elevating Your Business: The Power of Educating Your HR Team at the 2023 California Employment Law Update Human Resources (HR) teams are key to organizational success in this fast-paced modern business. Beyond administrative tasks, HR professionals are vital in navigating complex employment laws and fostering a harmonious workplace. Therefore, investing in their education and professional
How to Successfully use the Growing Potential of AI in HR
How to Successfully Use the Growing Potential of AI in HR By Jason Walker and Rey Ramirez As companies continually work to improve efficiency and reduce costs, artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an ever more important tool for HR teams. Companies have already seen the benefits of using AI in recruiting, where it helps to streamline
 How to Turn Managers into People Leaders 
 How to Turn Managers into People Leaders    Level Up: Developing Managers into People Leaders Good managers manage tasks and projects efficiently, but great managers also lead people effectively. Being a people leader means more than just telling people what to do — it involves inspiring and motivating your team, building strong relationships, and nurturing individual growth. In today's workplace, people
Five COVID-era Benefits Worth Keeping
Five COVID-era Benefits Worth Keeping By Gary Mangiofico, PhD The COVID era was, in most regards, challenging and costly for employers and employees. The price paid in physical and mental duress cannot be overstated. Employees and employers have banded together to make work workable. Many people look back with great appreciation for new and updated
Unleash Your Potential: What to Expect at CAHR23
Unleash Your Potential: What to Expect at CAHR23 Looking for one of the best Human Resources conferences in California? Look no further than the California HR Conference 2023 coming up May 8-10 in Long Beach, California. CAHR23 is the place to recharge, refuel and refocus in the company of other HR professionals working toward the
Use Employee Engagement Instead of Surveys to Gather Workplace Mental Health Insights
Use Employee Engagement Instead of Surveys to Gather Workplace Mental Health Insights   By Aaron Corte LMSW - Psychotherapist and Mental Wellness Consultant How do you know how your employees are doing?   With burnout and stress at record highs, this question has never been more important. The most successful companies are able to gather
Investing in Your HR Career: The Benefits of SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP Preparation Virtual Class
Investing in Your HR Career: The Benefits of SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP Preparation Virtual Class Do you want to advance your education for a successful HR career? You may want to update your HR body knowledge and competencies and enhance your marketability by increasing your salary potential. SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP certifications will help you validate your
Resolving the Most Common Dysfunction of Current or Aspiring Executives

Held May 9-11, 2022, in-person at the Anaheim Convention Center and streaming live, the 2022 California HR Conference will bring thousands of HR professionals together to share ideas, build valuable relationships and explore the trends that are shaping the future of work.