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Be Careful About Job RequirementsProvide IncentivesProvide Meaningful Feedback Respect Employees as Individuals Invest in Training Model Good Behavior
Be Careful About Job Requirements
Some workplace rules seem fair to everyone, but they can actually make it harder for certain groups of people to get hired. Only ask for what the job truly needs. For example, don't require employees to lift 50 pounds if they don’t need to lift 50 pounds. If you include requirements that the job doesn’t need, you might break discrimination laws.
Who is protected from discrimination?
People cannot be discriminated against because of their:
- Race
- Religion
- Gender
- Disability
- National origin
- Age
- Location
- Other characteristics protected by law
What you should do:
- If a requirement is truly needed for the job, explain why
- If a requirement is not needed, remove it from the job posting
- Review your current job requirements. Only require what someone actually needs to do the job
Learn more about the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination.
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As a business owner, motivating staff and inspiring loyalty will help you get the most out of your employees. Start by hiring the right people for your needs. Understand interviewing techniques and the skills needed to do the job. Once your team is built, add clarity and structure to their responsibilities to ensure the work is being done and on time. Employees that are not motivated and productive will cost your business money and hurt its long-term success. Here are a few management practices you can implement to help maintain motivation and increase productivity.
Recent Regulations and Resources
Provide Incentives
It is a common practice to reward management for their work, but don't neglect incentives for your front-line staff. Consider different incentives that will help to motivate your team to perform their best.
Provide Meaningful Feedback
Feedback is an essential management skill. Practice providing regular, helpful feedback to employees in a manner that encourages them and helps them to grow as individuals and professionals.
Respect Employees as Individuals
When employees feel genuinely respected, they’re much more likely “to go the extra mile” to help a company succeed.
Invest in Training
Consider training opportunities - not only for your team to grow their skills and investment in your business, but in yourself as a manager. Look for resources and courses that can help you to continue to evolve as a leader and manage effectively. Businesses can leverage SkillUp New Jersey, a FREE virtual training program to help employees acquire new skills, enhance existing skills, or prepare for certification.
Becoming an Apprenticeship Employer
Investing in apprentices increases productivity, quality of work, and more. The NJDOL Office of Apprenticeship is the primary contact and technical resource for employers, educational institutions, trade associations, and current/future apprentices for all statewide New Jersey Apprenticeship Network (NJAN) initiatives.
Look at the State’s funding options for more resources.
