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Helping Managers Who Don’t Perform–Practically, Firmly, Finally

Yesterday’s Advisor offered consultant Paul Falcone’s practical approach for dealing positively with poor performing managers. Today, more of his tips, plus an introduction to the guide especially written for the small—or even one-person—HR department. [For Day 1 suggestions, go here.] Day 2 (AM): The 1-on-1 Meeting with Wilma & Fred (Poor-Performing Manager and Supervisor) I’ve […]

Faces of HR: Allison Nadeau’s Global Talent Playbook

In the world of talent and acquisition, Allison Nadeau stands out as a leader who truly understands how to build and keep great teams. As the Vice President of Talent Management & Acquisition at iCIMS, a top company for talent acquisition technology, Nadeau is responsible for growing and keeping employees across the globe. She drives smart strategies that […]

Workaholics: Drug testing

The Comedy Central show Workaholics is currently in its fifth season of depicting a fresh (and hilarious) human resources nightmare week after week. The show is about three recent college dropouts (Blake, Adam, and Anders) who also happen to be roommates and coworkers at a fictional telemarketing company, TelAmeriCorp. To give you an idea of […]

Instant Gratification for HR Managers!

Visit our instant download site and purchase only what you need—from in-depth focus reports to a single policy—and you get it at lightning speed as an instant download, with no shipping cost or waiting. Go ahead and try any of the links below to see what’s available, and then please let us know what you […]

The Power of Boundaries in Open Communication

The value of communication cannot be understated. Learning how to connect with employees and leaders and knowing where the boundaries of that communication exist require strong communication skills. When HR successfully navigates that space, it stitches together leaders, managers, and employees in a powerful way.

EEOC alleges medical exams and questionnaires violate ADA, GINA

by Courtney Bru The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) limits employers’ ability to make disability-related inquiries or subject employees to medical exams. You may not take those actions until after you’ve offered the applicant a job. Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, you may ask about medical conditions or require a medical […]

Who Do You Trust More: Your Manager or a Robot?

If you answered your manager, you are in the minority! That’s right: Recent research found that 64% of respondents would trust a robot more than they trust their manager.