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Group Insurance
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Group Insurance is a single insurance policy covering a group of people, typically employees, offering benefits like health or life insurance at lower costs through collective bargaining.
Group Discussion
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Group Discussion is a selection or training method where candidates or employees discuss a topic in a group setting, assessed for communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Gross-Up
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gross-Up is a calculation where an employer increases an employee’s taxable payment (e.g., a bonus) to cover the tax liability, ensuring the net amount received matches the intended value.
Gross vs. Net Income
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gross vs. Net Income refers to the difference between total earnings before deductions (gross) and the amount remaining after taxes and expenses (net) for individuals or businesses.
Gross Misconduct
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gross Misconduct is severe employee behavior, such as theft or violence, that violates company policy or law, often leading to immediate termination without notice.
Gross Income
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gross Income is the total earnings of an individual or business before any deductions, taxes, or expenses are subtracted, including wages, bonuses, and other income sources.
Green Status Effect
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Green Status Effect is a psychological phenomenon where employees feel motivated and productive due to positive feedback or recognition, often symbolized by a “green” status indicator.
Great Resignation
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Great Resignation is a widespread trend, starting around 2021, where millions of employees voluntarily left their jobs, driven by burnout, better opportunities, or reevaluation of work-life balance.
Gratuity
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gratuity is a lump-sum payment made by an employer to an employee as a token of appreciation for long service, typically provided upon retirement or resignation after a set period, governed by local laws.
Good Standing
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Good Standing refers to an employee’s satisfactory performance and compliance with company policies, often a prerequisite for benefits or promotions.
Global HR
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Global HR involves managing human resources across international borders, addressing cultural, legal, and operational differences to support a multinational workforce.
Glass Ceiling
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Glass Ceiling is an invisible barrier preventing women and minorities from advancing to senior leadership roles, often due to bias or structural issues.
Gig Economy
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Gig Economy is a labor market characterized by short-term, flexible work arrangements, often through platforms like Uber or Upwork, affecting traditional HR models.
Ghosting
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Ghosting in HR occurs when candidates or employees suddenly stop communicating, such as not attending interviews or responding post-hire, disrupting recruitment or retention efforts.
Generation Gap
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Generation Gap is the difference in attitudes, values, and behaviors between generational cohorts (e.g., Baby Boomers, Gen Z), impacting workplace dynamics and HR strategies.
Gender Pay Gap
Last Updated: July 11, 2025The Gender Pay Gap is the difference in average earnings between men and women, influenced by factors like occupational segregation and discrimination, often measured as a percentage.
Gender Diversity
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gender Diversity is the inclusion of individuals of all gender identities in the workplace, promoting equity and representation across hiring, promotion, and leadership roles.
Gen C
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gen C, or Generation C, refers to a consumer-driven group defined by connectivity, creativity, and content creation, often younger individuals active online, influencing HR talent strategies.
GDPR Compliance
Last Updated: July 11, 2025GDPR Compliance refers to adhering to the General Data Protection Regulation, an EU law requiring organizations to protect personal data and ensure privacy rights, affecting HR data handling.
Garnishment
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Garnishment is a legal process where a portion of an employee’s wages is withheld by an employer to pay a debt, such as child support or tax obligations, as ordered by a court.
Garden Leave
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Garden Leave is a period during which an employee, after resigning or being terminated, is paid but restricted from working, protecting the employer from competitive risks.
Gamification in HR
Last Updated: July 11, 2025Gamification in HR involves using game-like elements, such as points or leaderboards, in processes like training or recruitment to boost engagement and motivation among employees.