THE HR PULSE
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As we hit the midpoint of the year, HR teams are juggling it all—vacation coverage, compliance updates, employee engagement, and more. This month, we’re focusing on practical ways to stay ahead: from navigating paid sick leave laws to supporting workplace wellness and preparing for the unexpected.
What to Do If ICE Shows Up at Your Business
Immigration enforcement visits are rare, but every employer should know how to respond. Here’s what to keep in mind:
✔ Know your rights – ICE must have a valid warrant to access private areas or view records
✔ Train your team – Appoint a single point of contact for government visits
✔ Review documentation – Ensure I-9s are completed, stored, and current
A calm, trained response can prevent escalation and protect your workforce.
Why Training Is the Key to Compliance & Culture
From HR compliance to customized leadership development, we offer training programs designed to fit your team’s needs.
As workplace laws and employee expectations continue to evolve, consistent training is more than just a checkbox—it’s a competitive advantage.
Here’s how effective training makes a difference:
✔ Reduces risk. A trained team helps prevent costly compliance mistakes and employee issues.
✔ Builds culture. Training reinforces your values—from integrity and accountability to communication and leadership.
✔ Boosts retention. Employees are more engaged and loyal when they feel supported.
✔ Keeps you audit-ready. Digital documentation ensures you’re covered when it matters.
Are Your Benefits Working for Your Employees?
With August around the corner, now’s the time to take a fresh look at your benefits.
Today’s workforce expects more than just a health plan—they’re looking for whole-person support.
Ideas to consider:
• Add mental health resources to your EAP.
• Reevaluate PTO usage and work-life flexibility.
• Promote wellness incentives like step challenges or fitness reimbursements.
Even small improvements go a long way toward retention and morale.
Paid Sick Leave Laws Are a Moving Target
Sick leave rules vary dramatically across jurisdictions. Don’t assume one-size-fits-all compliance works.
Best practices:
• Audit your sick leave policies regularly
• Track accrual and usage with reliable tools
• Communicate clearly so employees know their rights
💡Did You Know?
Only 21% of employees strongly agree that their organization cares about their overall wellbeing—a record low in early 2024.
Pro tip: Employees don’t just need more benefits—they need better communication and consistent manager support to believe they’re truly cared for
Source: Despite Employer Prioritization, Employee Wellbeing Falters
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Gotcha Covered HR CEO Patricia Pannell and Delta Administrative Services CEO, Theresa Lawrence