H-1B workers

H-1B workers may be employed temporarily in a specialty occupation or as a fashion model of distinguished ability. A specialty occupation requires theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge along with at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. An H-1B alien may work for any petitioning U.S. employer for a maximum period of six years.
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Nepotism

Nepotism is the practice of giving promotions, basic employment, higher earnings, and other benefits to relatives of current employees over other candidates. Nepotism is not illegal but may have adverse affects on an organization since hiring is based on personal connections rather than ability or merit.
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Union representation

A union representation election is authorized when a petition is filed and is supported by at least 30% of the affected employees. This support is shown through signature on authorization cards or the signing of a petition. In order for a union to win a representation election, the majority of the eligible employees must vote for representation.
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"Red-circling"

"Red-circling" refers to freezing a highly tenured or highly skilled employee's base pay in the event that the pay rate is above the established range maximum assigned to the job grade or classification. A red-circled employee is usually not eligible for further base pay increases until the top pay rate for their job grade/classification is increased.
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National Walk to Work Day

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy G. Thompson declared the first National Walk to Work Day as April 2, 2004. National Walk to Work Day was initiated to draw attention to the need to get out and exercise, and to get in shape. Officials hope this will encourage people to add a thirty-minute walk to their daily lives.
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British vs. American corporate exec's

British and American corporate executives are not created equally. British company shareholders usually vote on executive compensation packages. They also vote to reduce compensation that is deemed excessive. The British disclose more on executive pay packages as well as divide the roles of chairman and CEO in their companies.
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Contingent staffing

Alternative or contingent staffing includes all nontraditional work arrangements other than direct full-time employment. These staffing categories include: contractors, temporaries, consultants, self-employed, independent contractors and part-time workers.
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