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Coronavirus pandemic tests workers' comp | HR, talent organizations work on hiring initiatives | Corporate fraudsters target employees working from home

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April 28, 2020

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Oklahoma is now seeing worker's compensation claims related to the coronavirus, with plaintiffs saying the injured parties -- one who died from COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus -- were at greater risk because of their work. Missouri has implemented a rule applying to first responders, which says the coronavirus is an occupational condition and that their claims should be approved. Full Story: The Oklahoman (Oklahoma City) (tiered subscription model) (4/26)

	Mastering the Virtual Meeting Tips for making the most of virtual meetings, including preparing, attending and following up. Read the article.

Recruiting & Retention

HR, talent organizations work on hiring initiatives Some HR and talent organizations are collaborating to create programs aimed at helping people get back to work at their companies or elsewhere. This article outlines four of those initiatives, including People + Work Connect, a free online employer-to-employer tool that lets organizations identify and fill positions in needed areas. Full Story: Forbes (4/26)

	How Leaders Manage The Frontline Through COVID Management teams are grappling with major questions about how to manage frontline staff as the pandemic runs its course. Watch the On-Demand Webinar to learn how leading companies are applying a three-phase framework to manage non-desk workers in the months ahead.

Leadership & Development

Corporate fraudsters target employees working from home Treasury Today (free registration) (4/27)

Tips for reducing employee Zoom fatigue Forbes (4/24)

Good leaders aren't in it for themselves Chief Executive online (4/23)

Strategies for Success from TrainingMag.com

Stuck at home? Use the time to sharpen your skills Employees who are seeing reduced workloads can make good use of this time by investing in self-improvement, writes Douglas Dell, vice president of Vale National Training Center. Dell outlines three approaches people can follow, including spending time on webinars and sharing what they learn with others. Full Story: Training magazine (4/27)

Benefits & Compensation

Americans are working longer than ever from home Data from virtual private networks suggests that Americans are working longer hours -- and later into the night -- than before the coronavirus forced many workers to stay home. No commute and little physical separation from the home office have left many people feeling as though they're never off the clock, and juggling family responsibilities only adds to the stress. Full Story: BNN Bloomberg (Canada) (4/27)

The HR Leader

These questions can reassure your remote workforce Ask remote employees about their fears, their energy levels and what they need to be successful at home, writes Claire Lew. "Perhaps the greatest assurance during these times is you asking questions that show you're serious about supporting them," she writes. Full Story: Know Your Team (4/22)

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