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Employee Reduction Options During Coronavirus Crisis | 62

42m · EverythingHR Podcast · 25 Mar 12:00

In just a week's time, life in the United States has changed dramatically. The Coronavirus Pandemic is causing businesses across the country to make very tough decisions about their workforces. Government Lockdowns and Stay-at-Home orders are causing workers to stay home and businesses to shut down. On this episode of the EverythingHR Podcast, Host Felicia G. Harris discusses how employers can implement a reduction of workforce in a way that results in the most money being provided to their people and at the least cost to their businesses. She'll discuss options available including, Family First, FMLA and UIA. The founder of EverythingHR and EverythingHR Financial Services, Felicia G. Harris is an HR and Financial expert with more than 30 years experience. She is working closely with government officials to help business owners navigate the maze of options for themselves and their workforces. She believes that finding the best solutions now, can help businesses bounce back when the crisis is over. SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO [email protected] Find Daily Updates on our website under COVID-19 - https://elshaddaiconsulting.net/news/ Follow our LinkedIn Company Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/everythinghr1

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