Are Your Workers Smiling? That Might Be Bad!
Don’t we all want a workplace where the workers are smiling? Yes, but not if we are requiring them to smile.
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UnLeadership — The 4 Traits Managers Must Learn to Avoid
The other day a colleague passed along an article on leadership written by Michael Hyatt. The piece was titled, “The Five Characteristics of Weak Leaders” and focused on the leadership of General George B. McClellan, the first general-in-chief of the Union Army. It detailed the weaknesses McClellan exhibited as a leader and how they ultimately […]
The 3 Leadership Imperatives: Interactions that Matter
This is the third in a series of three articles dedicated to the wonderful men and women who likely have not read the latest bestseller on leadership but still get up every morning committed to making a real difference in the work, careers, and lives of others. This series will explore the universal, timeless principles […]
COVID-19 Stifles College Graduate Career Prospects
Like those unfortunate enough to have graduated during the Great Recession, recent college grads in the COVID era are finding it hard to start their careers due to the pandemic.
How to Attract Millennial and Generation Z Employees with Eco-Friendly Initiatives
By 2030, millennials and Generation Z (Gen Z) will be the central working force in society. According to the 2018 Deloitte Millennials study, three-quarters of millennials and Gen Z respondents indicated they consider a company’s social and environmental commitments in deciding where to work. Two-thirds even said they would not accept a job that didn’t […]
The Power of Empathy in Leadership: Driving Innovation and Engagement
In a recent interview, Microsoft’s CEO emphasized a profound insight: empathy is the most significant source of innovation. This statement resonates deeply, positioning empathy not only as a human value but as a teachable skill essential for meeting people’s needs, fostering innovation, and engaging employees. Empathy, when combined with compassion, transcends simply recognizing emotion; it […]
6 Design Considerations for Executive Pay Plans
Designing your executive pay plan can be daunting—you need to consider a whole host of factors, such as the company's goals and the competitive environment. Let's take a look at some design considerations for effective executive pay plans.
Intermittent FMLA, State Laws Are Top Challenges for Employers
The administration of intermittent Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave remains a top concern for employers, according to a recent survey. Sixty-five percent of employers say “intermittent FMLA leave taken in an unpredictable manner” is more difficult to administer than other accommodation requests, according to The Littler Annual Employer Survey, 2017.
Variable Pay: Make It Work for Your Organization and Your Employees
Comprehensive variable pay programs—more “pay at risk” for employees—are a growing trend for 2015 and beyond, notes John A. Rubino of Rubino Consulting Services. Here are some reasons why, and why you could save some serious money by implementing a comprehensive variable pay program at your organization.
How to Develop a Strong Talent Pipeline for Your Organization
In today’s competitive labor market, reactive hiring is no longer sufficient, nor is it recommended. Picture this scenario: Your organization urgently needs to fill a specialized position, perhaps a senior compliance officer with specific industry certifications. After weeks of LinkedIn searches, hastily arranged interviews, and rushed decisions, you settle for a candidate who isn’t quite […]