HR Glossary

Disability Leave

What is Disability Leave?  Definition below: Under the ADA, disability leave is covered in organizations with 15 or more employees. Short-term disability leave can be…
Katie Milner
October 23, 2019
HR Glossary

Deferred Compensation

What is Deferred Compensation?  Definition below: Income from a deferred compensation plan is not taxable until that payment is received by the employee. Employers and…
Katie Milner
October 22, 2019
HR Glossary

Cross-Functional Team

What is a Cross-Functional Team?  Definition below: A cross-functional team may consist of employees from the sales, marketing, engineering, or human resources departments. These teams…
Katie Milner
October 22, 2019
HR Glossary

Career Plateau

What is a Career Plateau?  Definition below: This may be caused by an individual reaching the highest position possible for them at an organization. A…
Katie Milner
October 21, 2019
HR Glossary

Boomerang Employee

What is a Boomerang Employee?  Definition below: This employee might leave for personal, financial, or educational reasons. When a boomerang employee returns, they offer familiarity…
Katie Milner
October 21, 2019
HR Glossary

Bereavement

What is a Bereavement?  Definition below: A bereavement leave policy should clearly state how much paid or unpaid time off is offered for a grieving…
Katie Milner
October 21, 2019