Feel more like a referee than a manager?

July 2013

In This Issue:
Employment Law Note: After DOMA: Next Steps for Employers
Feel More Like a Referee than a Manager?
Productivity Tips: Fun & Flexibility Boosts Productivity

Employment Law Note:
After DOMA: Next Steps for Employers
The U.S. Supreme Court's June 26, 2013, ruling in United States v. Windsor that invalidated section 3 of the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) will require employers to take action now to ensure compliance with various federal employment laws. Unfortunately, the decision also raises questions regarding the scope of the Supreme Court's decision, and how federal agencies will react to the court's ruling.

Where to begin? Here are some good first steps.

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Productivity Tips: Fun & Flexibility Boosts Productivity
Having fun at work lowers stress levels, boosts teamwork and increases performance. So as the weather warms up--and your employees' focus and productivity cools off--use these ideas to have a good time and get work done.

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Quote of the Month
"People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing."
-- Dale Carnegie


	Hi Reader, Employee squabbles happen. But when they escalate into all-out war, they can kill productivity, increase turnover and damage your company's reputation. Learn how to stop conflict in its tracks and create a healthier work environment with this month's feature article. Regards, Wes Williams President and Managing Director SmartTalent

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