Editor’s note: The following article is part of the ongoing effort by the new, nonprofit OpenWork to inspire companies to continuously improve how, … Read more
Onboarding: Engage, Retain, Succeed
The first few weeks on the job are critical for new-hire retention. It is in these crucial few weeks that a new employee is assessing whether they have … Read more
3 Essentials to Igniting the Leadership Flame
Working in HR is anticipating, fighting and preventing fires. I’m going to go out on a limb here to say there should be a bit more fire starting. There’s … Read more
Don’t Start Crunching Numbers Until You Know What Numbers to Crunch
I was helping a manager with the company’s analytics; the problem was framed as “falling engagement in front-line staff.” Now that is a good start … Read more
Crowdsource Your Way to An Engaged Workforce
“Before I would go into a room and make sure it was clean. Now I look for an opportunity to WOW my guest.” That was a statement from a housekeeper in Hong … Read more
One Way To Make a Former Star a Boomerang
When you get a call asking for a reference on a star employee who left you, you’ve just been put on notice that he or she is looking for a new job. So, … Read more
Are You Ready to Handle Political Tensions In the Workplace?
More than a quarter of HR professionals are already reporting an increase in workplace political volatility compared to previous election seasons, … Read more
The Summertime Livin’ May be Easy But Not So At Work
Summer presents the opportunity for more family time, beach days, and flexible work hours. However, the prospect of leaving early on a Friday or having the … Read more
Jobs Jump In June While Wages Predicted to Rise This Year
Non-farm jobs jumped by a surprisingly robust 287,000 in June, exceeding all but the most optimistic expectations. It was the second largest jobs increase … Read more
What Great CHROs Know That Makes Them Great
Let’s set aside the obvious: Know the business. Build a great team. Cultivate relationships and respect with others on the leadership team. Understand the … Read more