Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando

Those of us who have lived in Florida for any length of time are well aware that hurricane season begins June 1 and doesn’t end until November 30.  For some of us, that means making … Continue reading →

With summer upon us, many teenagers are looking for jobs to earn a little money and keep busy while school is out. Frequently, companies will hire extra help during this time to fill in for … Continue reading →

Florida summers can be both glorious and brutal.  There are few things more pleasant than the fresh scent of rain after a summer storm or the earthy aroma of a new-mown lawn. Unfortunately, the brutal … Continue reading →

Two 15 minute breaks plus a half-hour for lunch seems to be the norm for companies providing meal or rest periods for employees.  However, most employers are unaware that, with limited exceptions, there is no … Continue reading →

“Just Say No” was the mantra of the war-on-drugs campaign championed by First Lady Nancy Reagan in the early 1980s. Fast forward 30+ years and one has to wonder whether this battle against drug use … Continue reading →

Domestic violence is that dirty little secret that no one wants to talk about but everyone knows is happening. Too often we see coworkers who are anxious, lack concentration, have unexplained bruises or injuries and/or … Continue reading →

Many employers grapple with their obligation to maintain employment files for each employee. What goes in the file? How long do we have to keep it? This article is intended to provide you with a … Continue reading →

Life inevitably ends in death, leaving behind grieving family and friends. Anyone who is in business long enough will have to address the issue of death. Whether it’s the death of a family member, death … Continue reading →

One of the most difficult things manager and supervisors have to do is tell an employee they’re doing something wrong. All too often, the situation will be ignored until it becomes such a problem that … Continue reading →

Disagreements occur in the smallest of organizations and typically employees will work them out among themselves. However, there are times when the seriousness of the disagreement or alleged behavior (discrimination, harassment, theft, drug use, etc.) … Continue reading →