Results Through People
Q: I put one of my employees on a warning back in January, 2020. He was not performing and he was tardy a lot and had 3 absences in January. Then, March, 2020 comes and we had to leave our … Continued
Q: I am a manager of an office north of Boston. We have been doing a good job managing through the pandemic. As winter rolls around, I am worried about cold and flu season. Every year, we have someone that … Continued
Q: I manage a small office in Massachusetts. There is a core group working in the office and then the rest of our employees are working remotely. The plan is to continue this arrangement until at least year-end. Most of … Continued
Q: Before March, 2020, I had issued warnings to two of the nineteen staff members. Since the pandemic, many of them have had challenges with COVID-19, schooling issues with their kids, childcare, fear of the workplace and others in close … Continued
Q: My husband and I have three kids. We are completely confused about something called FFCRA and how that may apply to our family in mid-September when our public school starts. A few questions – 1. Do these benefits only … Continued
Q: I am struggling with keeping up with Zoom meetings for my job. I am supposed to be working 9am to 5pm but have 2 grade school children home with me. I am able to keep up with some of … Continued
Q: I am working from home because of the pandemic and I feel safe. Can my company force me to return to the workplace? I think I am doing a fine job from home. How are companies handling this? … Continued
Q: I am interviewing for a job in a suburban office park. I am worried about the hygiene of the office and if they have followed COVID-19 cleaning protocols. Can I ask if they have kept this virus out of … Continued
Q: I have been furloughed recently, because my company has been hurt by this pandemic. What is the difference between a furlough and a layoff? Should I be looking for a new job? My manager is not even sure what … Continued
Q: I just returned to my office last week. I am only working at our office a few days per week. Our manager is requiring that we wear some type of face covering. Some employees are wearing homemade masks some … Continued