HR and Management Weekend Round Up

June 21, 2014-June 22, 2014

NJ.com: “Did Jets miss something in background research on Mike Goodson?”
 http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2014/06/did_jets_miss_something_in_background_research_on_mike_goodson.html

Though sports is not our usual purview, this article makes some great points that are relevant in any industry. In your pre-employment screen, it’s necessary to do your due diligence, but some things remain unpredictable. Apparently, even high profile hires don’t always turn out. 

The Washington Times:  “Contractor that vetted Snowden gets load of work after paying lobbyists”
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014/jun/18/ig-audit-finds-background-checks-problematic-feder/

It is as important to address neglect as more obvious issues that affect employee retention, according to newly released research.

Inc.: “The Seemingly Harmless Act That Leads to High Employee Turnover”
http://www.inc.com/laura-montini/study-workplace-neglect-not-bullying-leads-to-greater-turnover.html

This year has been challenging for employers working with the new Affordable Care Act. Now, it’s time to consider how the ACA affects the summer interns.

Fistful of Talent: “What, The Bell Curve Lives?”
http://fistfuloftalent.com/2014/06/bell-curve-lives.html

In talent management, a quota is not key to success; some might argue it is counterproductive. Apparently, Washington feels otherwise.