Writing effective employee handbooks That Work virtual, sheridan

OVERVIEW
This webinar aims to emphasize the significance of an employee handbook or employment policy manual in effectively communicating an organization’s policies and culture. It can play a crucial role in establishing the tone of the employment relationship and serve as the initial layer of protection in case of an employment lawsuit or investigation.
In this practical webinar, we will discuss best practices for writing policies, procedures, and supporting documentation to help you develop logical and easy-to-understand documents.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
Employment policies are important documents in any organization. Procedures that are effectively designed and written help both managers and employees increase efficiency and productivity, reduce mistakes and frustration, and save time and money by providing clear guidelines that are easy to find and follow.
By attending the “Writing Effective Employee Handbooks” webinar, HR professionals and managers will gain valuable insights into creating comprehensive and user-friendly employee handbooks.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Understand the importance of having a clear and comprehensive employee handbook
Learn best practices for developing policies, procedures, and supporting documentation
Gain insights into writing effective policies that are easy to understand and follow
Identify common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid when creating an employee handbook
Develop strategies for ensuring consistent enforcement of company-wide policies and practices
Improve compliance and promote a positive company culture through effective employee handbooks.

AREAS COVERED
The impact of employment policies on compliance and legal exposure.
The structure and contents of your organization’s policy manuals.
Common mistakes made in policy manuals.
Essential policies your manual should include, and NOT include.
Recent, new, and revised policies.
Policies requiring special attention.
Preparing multi-state policy manuals.

WHO WILL BENEFIT?
Human Resources Professionals
Managers and Supervisors
Business Owners and Executives
Compliance Officers
Legal Professionals
Anyone involved in creating or updating employee handbooks or policy manuals

About speaker
Steven G. Meilleur, Ph.D., SPHR – is President, CEO – PRAXIS Management Solutions, LLC, a New Mexico-based management consulting firm specializing in human resources, employee relations, leadership, training & organizational development, organizational research and assessment, strategic & operational planning, and non-profit organization management and governance.
Dr. Meilleur also serves as Senior Vice-President and Risk Services Consultant for Human Resources and Employment with Poms & Associates, a national risk services and insurance brokerage firm. His previous work experience includes public, private, and nonprofit organizations, in executive and management capacities.