Before 2015 closed out, the HR Roundtable in Cincinnati gathered to discuss the topic of Social Responsibility by organizations. It seems to be a hot … Read more
A Focus on the Force: What the New “Star Wars” Teaches Us About Mentorship
Star Wars: The Force Awakens continues to blow up existing box-office records like they were Alderaan and it was the Death Star. Whether you’re a raving … Read more
Employers Offering Plans That Provide Lump Sums For Critical Illnesses
By Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News Insurance policies that pay a lump sum if workers get cancer or another serious illness are being offered in … Read more
A Road Map To Help HR Truly Become a Trusted Advisor
There is nothing better than a great speaking engagement where I learn from the attendees. I recently had the opportunity to share the story of my book, … Read more
EEOC Is Pushing Changes to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
By Lisa McGlynn and Nick Beermann The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (aka GINA), is a federal law enacted in 2008 which prohibits employers … Read more
Five Important 2016 New Year’s Resolutions for HR Professionals
Yes, 2015 was a tough year for employers. HR professionals and payroll departments in companies with 50 or more FTE’s were scrambling to get in shape for … Read more
Employee Engagement? It’s Just a Meaningless, “Feel Good” Business Metric
My company helps customers decrease turnover or increase employee performance using predictive analytics. During these assignments we identify existing … Read more
NLRB Rules That Employees Can Legally Record Most Workplace Conversations
By Eric B. Meyer There was a time when a secret recording in the workplace implied an expectation of privacy in whatever conversation was recorded. But, … Read more
What I Learned About Leading People Watching Undercover Boss
One of the most fulfilling things for me over the holidays is watching the TV marathon. I sat today with TV as background and watched the show Undercover … Read more
Getting a Handle on Our Most Irreplaceable Workplace Resource
It’s that time of year – New Year’s resolution time. How many of us set resolutions with every good intention to follow through, but after a few months bad … Read more