Are You Ignoring the Strengths of Introverts?
They sometimes come across as shy, aloof or even disinterested. In comparison to extrovert job candidates, they may seem less likely to take charge, less inclined to aggressively pursue goals.
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Fighting Employee Burnout by Satisfying the Seeking Systems
Most of us have experienced burnout, whether personally or having witnessed it among coworkers or subordinates. As a manager, one of the biggest challenges can often be keeping employees motivated.
Ways to Recognize Your Team This Employee Appreciation Day and Beyond
Employee Appreciation Day is a great opportunity to show gratitude to your hardworking team. Thoughtful recognition not only boosts morale but also strengthens company culture and enhances employee engagement. VistaPrint’s recent survey of 800 U.S. workers revealed key trends in employee appreciation and consistent recognition throughout the year. Recognition shouldn’t stop on Employee Appreciation Day. […]
Sexual Harassment: No Surprises in Harvey Weinstein Affair
The public is currently fixated on our business, sexual harassment in employment. Taking center stage is Harvey Weinstein, whose case is straightforward quid pro quo sexual harassment—a powerful employer expecting sex from women he promises to promote. Is that news in the film industry? Hardly.
What is the Point of Diversity in Technology? Hint: It’s Not What You Think
In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month, but every day, women shape the world of technology as we know it. It’s a lesser-known fact that the first computer programmer was a female mathematician, and the first computers were not machines but mostly women who were also quite adept at math. Fast-forward to the present day, […]
How Saving for Retirement Will Be Different in 2024
Planning for retirement can be a daunting task, especially with the introduction of new regulations. The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which goes into effect on January 1, 2024, is the latest major overhaul of retirement planning laws in the United States. The Act ultimately focuses on removing barriers to cultivating a healthy nest egg […]
4 Reasons Why Your Employees’ Assessments Should Be on Mobile
Whether they’re completing self-assessments, personality assessments, learning and development (L&D) assessments, performance assessments, or some other type of assessment, employees should be encouraged and able to complete their assessments online and via mobile devices. Here are four main reasons why.
Are Employee-Driven Training Materials for You?
One of the challenges with employee training is the fact that those with the most knowledge of a particular business process, function, policy, or procedure may not have the time or the right skill sets to be effective trainers. Often, there is a wealth of information, knowledge, and experience locked away in the heads of […]
12 Metrics Every HR Professional Should Track
Metrics have always been an important part of HR, but to many HR professionals, 2022 was the year they became essential. In an incredibly tough job market, a political landscape where everything felt flipped upside down, and a rocky economy, companies were desperate to hold onto their employees as priorities shifted and workers made drastic […]
8 More Policy Tips from Mr. Please Sue Me
In yesterday’s Advisor, we featured Consultant Hunter Lott’s 2015 “Please Sue Me” presentation; today, his suggestions for handling eight tricky policy provisions.