When it comes to the morale-busting things managers say, you know some of the main offenders already. Some of them are harsh: “I don’t care what you think; I just want it done.” “If you don’t want this job, I…
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As expected, President Donald Trump began his second term by issuing a slew of executive orders on Day One -- and he's issued several more since then. The Trump Administration's executive orders span several industries and cut across federal agencies,…
In one of President Donald Trump’s first-day executive orders, his administration moved to curtail most diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts within the federal government. It might have much larger implications, affecting private organizations and their existing and future DEI initiatives. DEI…
Good employees love what they do. And good managers know those employees could just as easily love what they do someplace else. That's important to know because you don't want to lose a good employee. Ever. Don't Lose a Good…
As organizations prepare for the year ahead, intentions are well set. Goals are established, budgets are finalized and teams bring fresh thinking to their strategies. HR leaders collaborate with other departments to align projects and objectives. For HR, part of…
Picture this: A salesperson establishes a long-term relationship with a customer who places a recurring order every month. And the salesperson is paid commissions on each of those orders. Then the salesperson goes out on FMLA leave – and the…
It may sound cliche, but to inspire employees, leaders need to be an inspiration. Leaders who inspire easily light a fire under employees – and keep it burning. Inspire Employees for Serious Results Employees with inspirational bosses are engaged, productive,…
What's really behind the RTO battle? Could it be personal freedom vs. corporate control? Autonomy vs. micromanagement? The C-suite vs. the front line? Depends on what side you ask, but most people will agree: There's no defined answer ... yet.…
Balancing work and care for family is a growing challenge for many employees, and it’s more complex than many organizations realize. As the demands of work and caregiving intensify, many employers face a critical question: How can they better support…
Low employee engagement costs the global economy about US $89 trillion, or 9% of global GDP, according to Gallup's latest State of the Global Workplace report. That’s why it’s critical to gauge your team’s feelings using employee engagement surveys. When…
Despite the evidence that employees need -- and want -- more feedback than annual performance reviews, the yearly talk is still the standard at many organizations. So if we're going to continue to do them, let's do them better. To…
Shorter days and colder temps can take a toll on employees’ well-being -- and productivity. But with a little planning, HR pros can help employees stay healthy, energized and engaged throughout the winter months. Your 3-Step Winter Wellness Game Plan…
Unhappy Leaves are a double-edged sword for HR. If you're unfamiliar with the growing trend of Unhappy Leaves, here it is in a nutshell: Employers allow employees to take time off when they are feeling unhappy or stressed as a…
Got a problem with employees always taking intermittent FMLA leave around weekends? You're not alone. Case in point: To combat what it perceived to be FMLA abuse, an employer in Oregon adopted a policy requiring all employees on intermittent leave…
While it's true that AI is transforming HR, its adoption comes with significant legal challenges. So it's crucial for HR teams to understand the legal considerations for AI use in the workplace. What noted science fiction writer Isaac Asimov cautioned…
As businesses worldwide increasingly recognize the importance of diversity, a growing number are embracing neurodiverse employees. Neurodiversity refers to variations in brain function and cognitive processing, which includes conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, dyslexia, Down syndrome and…
