Time-strapped managers wear several different hats over the course of a busy work day. With all of these responsibilities, it’s no wonder some tasks slide to the back burner. More…
When Elizabeth Duffrin got the word from her bosses that the company needed a better way to evaluate performance, she developed one — and got great results. More…
Periodically, we ask three HR managers how they’d handle a difficult situation at work. Today’s problem: A top performer doesn’t think the rules apply to him. More…
Our team of experts fields real-life everyday questions from HR managers and gives practical answers that can be applied by any HR pro in the same situation. Today’s question: What’s the better way to grade performance — on a numerical scale or the common “meets expectations” method? More…
Our team of experts fields real-life, everyday questions from HR managers and gives practical answers that can be applied by any HR pro in the same situation. Today’s question: Should someone from HR sit in when an employee is getting a poor performance review? More…
Periodically, we ask three HR managers how they’d handle a difficult situation at work. Today’s problem: A poor performer should get terminated, but there may be a hidden reason for keeping him. More…
The book — The Trophy Kids Grow Up: How the Millenial Generation is Shaking Up the Workplace – describes what today’s new college graduates expect from their employers. Hint: You’re probably not going to like what the author has to say. More…
HR manager Kristina Davis had a problem: She tried designing performance incentives and awards, other than cash, that would get people’s attention and raise performance. Every incentive bombed, however. Until she hit on a way to sharpen their impact. More…
From the book 401 Proven Ways to Retain Your Best Employees, here are three that companies have tested – and that work for retention. More…
In this real-life legal case, an ex-employee sues, claiming he was fired for complaining about safety — but his complaint proved to be false. Who won? More…
Are the Benefits of Automatic Enrollment Worth the Cost?
Find out in The Business Case for 401(k) Automatic Enrollment. More…
Find out how to avoid five of the most common — and costly — errors when embarking on a succession planning initiative for your mid/large company.
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