In the world of corporate boards and board diversity, there is both good news and bad news. First, the good news: Almost all (97%) of the of the top 200 … Read more
Giving Employees Better Goals to Reduce Burnout
People are far more likely to endure hardship if they feel like they’re getting something out of it. We endure the soreness from a tough workout … Read more
The Mandemic: Fewer Male College Graduates and the Labor Shortage
Covid has sidelined many workers, contributing to a labor shortage that shows few signs of abating. Adding to the woes of the labor market are the … Read more
The Pros and Cons of Proposed Paid Leave Benefits
On episode 81 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn, and Jessica Lee come together to discuss texting in the … Read more
Why Do Reorganizations Often Fail?
The answer to this article’s title rests on a variety of complex reasons, but one factor that is frequently undervalued and dismissed is mindset. Let’s … Read more
A Tailored Approach to Fixing Leadership Weaknesses
We all have a particular style of leading. Some leaders push for maximal effort, while others are more concerned with employees’ happiness. Some prioritize … Read more
Ambition Is Overrated
It took nearly my entire adult life, but I’ve finally become fashionable. Suddenly, it’s cool not to be career-focused. I’m proud to say I was ahead of the … Read more
Vaccine Mandates at HR Events
On episode 80 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett and Kris Dunn come together to discuss hiring men to listen to you, … Read more
How to Improve Relationships With Hostile Coworkers
If we’ve learned anything from Covid-19, the related vaccinations and mandates, work-from-home arrangements, return-to-the-office options, or financial … Read more
Do People or Does Tech Make Worse Hiring Decisions?
There’s so much constant chatter about how qualified candidates get screened out of the hiring process by technology. It’s the fault of AI! … Read more