What does it mean to truly work human? The answer is as complex as humanity itself, but centers on enabling our people to bring the fullness of their … Read more
HR Has a Role, But Leadership Has to Take Responsibility For Conduct and Culture
I am still processing the significant amount of commentary about HR’s role in the recent sexual harassment scandals. I wrote earlier about the demands … Read more
The Formula for Effective Leadership Has Only Three Parts
Each month I receive an email with a preview of the latest leadership books. There are always five or six new entrants in this already crowded field. … Read more
6 Simple, Low-Cost Ideas to Get Your Company Started In Philanthropy
I believe in the idea that giving back starts with just one thought, one person, one act of kindness. I’ve made this concept a part of my personal life, … Read more
Reduce Stress By Focusing On the Basics
Stress has the ability to destroy even the best company culture. No matter how hard you’ve worked to foster a positive workplace environment, when … Read more
When Tuxera Updated Its Values, They Came From the Bottom Up
Traditionally, when companies set out to create or refresh their values, the process is top-down. Management or the HR team typically defines the values, … Read more
Build a ‘Culture of Compassion’ In 2018
If you happen to sit next to Sheldon Yellen on your next flight, chances are he’ll be writing birthday cards. Lots and lots of them. “There is … Read more
7 Benefits of Positive Emotion in the Workplace
It should be obvious to anyone that when you’re happy, you’re more likely to do a better job at work. Clearly, some managers don’t care; we’ve all worked … Read more
Connecting Time to Outcomes Can Improve Engagement
Disengaged, unmotivated, or unhappy employees are a huge problem for the United States. Gallup’s 2017 report State of the American Workplace … Read more
Stop Talking About Change. Start Talking About Adaptation!
Let’s talk about change for a moment. Think of yourself. Think of any groups or organizations (including family) in which you are involved. Now, imagine I … Read more