Workplace Documents and HR Terminology

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What does an employee handbook explain?

Company financial reports

Major HR and employee policies (correct)

Employee job responsibilities

Marketing strategies

What does implementing mean?

Putting into use or practice; using

What is a board of directors?

The top governing body of a business or corporation

What does a clerk do?

Performs clerical work Signup and view all the answers

What does contractual mean?

Agreed in a contract Signup and view all the answers

What does clerical refer to?

Appropriate for or engaged in office work Signup and view all the answers

What is confidentiality?

Trusting others with personal and private information Signup and view all the answers

What does micromanage mean?

To manage or control with excessive attention to minor details Signup and view all the answers

What is a cubicle?

A small room or compartment Signup and view all the answers

What does territory refer to?

An area of land or section under the power of certain individuals Signup and view all the answers

What does human resources do?

Maintains policies for effective management of employees Signup and view all the answers

What is a sales manager?

An individual who manages a group of sales representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is a policy?

A proposed or adopted course or principle of action Signup and view all the answers

What is workplace morale?

The overall vibe of the workplace based on happiness and enthusiasm of the workers Signup and view all the answers

What is a memo?

An informal correspondence written within an organization Signup and view all the answers

What is liability?

Obligation to pay Signup and view all the answers

What does liable mean?

Legally responsible for something Signup and view all the answers

What is arbitration?

The process of resolving a dispute Signup and view all the answers

What is breach of contract?

A failure to perform as promised when performance was due Signup and view all the answers

What is a confidentiality/nondisclosure agreement?

An agreement that binds parties to secrecy Signup and view all the answers

What is a disclaimer?

A statement that denies something, especially responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What are deductions?

Amounts that are subtracted from your paycheck Signup and view all the answers

What is minimum wage?

A minimum price an employer can pay for an hour of labor Signup and view all the answers

What is gross pay?

The total amount of an employee's earnings before deductions Signup and view all the answers

What is net pay?

Amount left after taxes and deductions Signup and view all the answers

What is compensation?

Something awarded as recompense for loss or injury Signup and view all the answers

What does garnishment of wages mean?

A court order to take part of a debtor's paycheck Signup and view all the answers

What is termination?

Firing of an employee Signup and view all the answers

What is a W2?

Report detailing gross income, taxes paid, and voluntary deductions Signup and view all the answers

What is a W4?

Withholding form stating number of exemptions Signup and view all the answers

What is Workers Compensation?

Insurance providing cash benefits for workers injured on the job Signup and view all the answers

What is a protocol?

Procedure; code of behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does branding refer to?

Promotion of a product or service by identifying it with distinct characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What does contingent mean?

Conditional; depending on other things Signup and view all the answers

What is a grievance?

Complaint Signup and view all the answers

What is a mission statement?

Statement of the organization's purpose Signup and view all the answers

What is risk management?

Using strategies to reduce the amount of risk Signup and view all the answers

What is a stakeholder?

A person or organization with an interest in a particular place or issue Signup and view all the answers

What does capital refer to?

Money or wealth used to invest in business Signup and view all the answers

What is wage drift?

The difference between basic pay and total earnings Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Workplace Documents and Terminology

Employee Handbook: Contains major HR policies, procedures, and descriptions of employee benefits.
Implementing: Refers to putting plans into practice or utilizing strategies effectively.
Board of Directors: The highest governing body responsible for overseeing a corporation.
Clerk: An employee tasked with clerical duties, including record-keeping and accounting.
Contractual: Relates to terms agreed upon within a formal contract.

Human Resources and Employee Management

Clerical: Pertains to office work including administrative tasks and documentation.
Confidentiality: The principle of trusting individuals with sensitive personal information.
Micromanage: Involves controlling an employee’s work excessively, focusing on trivial details.
Cubicle: A small, partitioned area in a workspace designed for individual work.
Territory: An area considered part of a business or individual's responsibilities.

Employee Relations and Management Roles

Human Resources: Responsible for managing employee policies, recruitment, and employee-related procedures.
Sales Manager: Oversees a team of sales representatives, driving sales strategy and performance.
Policy: A documented course of action adopted by an organization.
Workplace Morale: Reflects the overall mood and satisfaction of employees within an organization.
Memo: A brief, informal communication within an organization, often conveying quick updates or messages.

Financial Terms and Employee Compensation

Liability: A legal obligation to pay debts or fulfill contractual obligations.
Liable: Indicates legal responsibility for an action or decision.
Arbitration: A method of resolving disputes outside of courts, providing a neutral third-party decision.
Breach of Contract: Occurs when one party fails to fulfill their contractual obligations.
Confidentiality/Nondisclosure Agreement: A legal contract ensuring the secrecy of sensitive information shared between parties.

Payroll and Financial Management

Disclaimer: A statement denying responsibility, often used to avoid liability.
Deductions: Subtracted amounts from an employee's paycheck for taxes or other obligations.
Minimum Wage: The lowest legal compensation that can be paid to workers per hour.
Gross Pay: Total earnings of an employee before any deductions are applied.
Net Pay: Amount received by an employee after deductions for taxes and other withholdings.
Compensation: Financial remuneration provided for losses or damages, often in the form of wages.
Garnishment of Wages: A legal process allowing creditors to collect debts directly from an employee's paycheck.

Employment Status and Reports

Termination: The process of ending an employee's contract or employment.
W2: An IRS form showing an employee's total earnings and tax withholdings for the year.
W4: Form completed by new employees to determine tax withholding allowances.
Workers Compensation: Insurance providing benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or disabilities.

Organizational Structure and Strategy

Protocol: Established procedures or codes of conduct within an organization.
Branding: The process of promoting a product or service through its unique identity and characteristics.
Contingent (Contingency): Indicates conditions or actions dependent on specific circumstances.
Grievance: A formal complaint regarding workplace issues or employee treatment.
Mission Statement: A declaration of an organization's purpose and primary objectives.
Risk Management: Strategies applied to minimize the impact of risks on an organization.
Stakeholder: Individuals or organizations with an interest or investment in a company's outcomes.
Capital: Financial resources invested into a business for growth and operations.
Wage Drift: The disparity between base pay and total earnings attributed to various factors like overtime and bonuses.

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