Onwards HR Blog
The Onwards HR Blog helps employers navigate the complexity of employee offboarding. It’s your source for updates related to managing turnover, mitigating risk, and improving the employee exit experience.
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People Matter, Especially in Tough Times
When companies say goodbye to their most valuable assets—people—they’re losing more than just headcount; they’re parting ways with everything that person brought to the organization. Show you care, even during difficult times
New Jersey WARN Act
The New Jersey WARN Act mandates that employers provide advance notice and other protections to employees in certain termination situations. Employers who fail to comply may face steep penalties, including an additional four weeks of severance pay.
Non-Compete Ban Blocked: The Impact on Severance Agreements
In August 2024, a federal district court in Texas ruled that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) cannot ban employers from requiring workers to sign non-compete agreements. State-level non-compete laws remain unaffected by the recent ruling.
New York State WARN Act
Several states, including New York, have implemented laws commonly called mini WARN Acts, which provide greater protection than the federal WARN Act.
Georgia Separation Notice Requirements
A Separation Notice informs the Department of Labor whether the employee qualifies for unemployment benefits. In Georgia, employers are required to provide this form to all employees who leave the organization.
The WARN Act in Georgia
Are you a Georgia employer facing plant closures or mass layoffs? Ensure you’re compliant with the WARN Act. Learn about the WARN Act in Georgia, including its applicability and employer requirements.
The Hidden Costs of Layoffs
Layoffs save money in the long run, but it’s important to understand the hidden costs associated with laying off employees.
Layoffs are Looming
New years bring new headlines, and chances are you’ve seen some warning of layoffs in 2024. It’s time companies prioritize offboarding with the same forethought they give to onboarding.
A Camel's Guide to Smooth Offboarding
Here’s what a camel taught our CEO about offboarding employees. Hint: Separation technology can be your oasis in the separation desert.
Real Talk: Layoff Chaos
Anyone in HR knows that layoffs can lead to chaos. However, with the right technology in place, severance can be simplified.
In the Know: Labor Unions, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and Separations
Talk of labor unions has gained increased media attention in recent years. From Amazon to Starbucks and from Barnes & Noble to Uber, headlines have focused on a call to organize. Even so, a recent episode of NPR’s Planet Money determined that this supposed “boom” might not be as explosive as previously reported.
Why Employee Exits Matter
Many companies invest in recruiting and maintaining employee morale, but there’s another important element that impacts both your ability to hire and retain employees — the exit experience.
The Functional 5: Best Practices for Reductions in Force
Let’s be real: reductions in force (RIFs) are unpleasant. When a RIF is necessary, it’s best to make sure your offboarding process is handled as smoothly as possible.
Severance Automation: Invest in Peace of Mind
Workforce reductions can quickly become one of those “wake me up when this is over” things, but they don’t have to be as agonizing as they sound.
How to Terminate Employees with Grace
Though terminations are hardly elegant, they can be handled thoughtfully and graciously.
Managing Cybersecurity During Reductions in Force
Most often we discuss risk related to wrongful terminations or severance mispayments. But what about the risk of a data breach?
Offboarding Karma: Turn Exiting Employees into Your Biggest Cheerleaders
Most employers tend to give their B-E-S-T when it comes to onboarding, but offboarding is rarely approached with the same enthusiasm.
Three Trends in Severance Pay & Benefits During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Financial pressures result in tough workforce decisions. Learn about furloughs, severance pay, and other best practices.