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Diversity in the workplace, or the lack thereof, has been a hot topic for decades. While a lot of progress has been made in the last three years, a looming recession has many companies bending to budget constraints – ultimately, stalling diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging programs in 2022. 2023 without a doubt will […]
If you have never seen The Holiday, here’s a quick recap (don’t worry—no spoilers.) Two women with men-problems, one in Los Angeles (Cameron Diaz) and another in London (Kate Winslet), decide to change up their lives by swapping homes for the holiday and end up gaining a new perspective on life. What’s the connection to […]
In a recent episode of HR Works Podcast, I discussed getting leaders to truly listen to HR professionals with expert guest Ed Muzio.
In human resources, recognizing employee achievements extends far beyond the fleeting moment of applause—it is a pivotal element in bolstering employee engagement and morale over an extended period. This discourse aims to unravel the mechanisms through which sustained recognition endeavors catalyze profound enhancements in workplace dynamics, ultimately paving the way for a more motivated and […]
This contribution is the second in a two-part series from BLR Executive Vice President Elizabeth Petersen about business lessons learned through sports. Read the first part here.
“Have you ever thought about what employees really want from a company and a manager?” asks business and leadership blogger Dan Oswald. What is it that really makes employees feel satisfied in their workplace? Among other things, having a manager who cares about them as people is part of being happy at work. So when […]
In yesterday’s Advisor, Attorney Usama Kahf showcased new recordkeeping requirements for 2015; today, he reveals more changes that may have an effect on your business.
We are kicking off our new segment, Friday Funday! Check out the HR Daily Advisor every Friday for a new type of fun, created right here at BLR by our editorial staff.
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued an “Employee Rights” poster or notice for the paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave components of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
For Webster Bank, the decision to retain our summer intern program was easy. The program is a pipeline to future bankers, and it is part of an overall corporate strategy to promote career growth and development among all of our bankers. We also decided that if we were going to move ahead with the program, […]