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
CEOs Everywhere Are Talking Talent and Culture
The shift has been palpable. I noticed it first during the Great Recession. After years (decades!) trying to convince senior executives their employees … Read more
How Are You Assessing Cultural Fit?
A friend of mine was recently interviewing for a sales role at a hot tech company, and, in one of the interviews, a person who would be his peer looked him … Read more
Getting to the Tipping Point of Culture Change Faster
One of the most commonly asked questions in my work on culture is how long will the change take? When will we have the culture we need? There is no simple … Read more
HR Roundtable: Making Values Real
Steve was particularly excited about the October Cincinnati HR Roundtable because the topic was trying to take a look at how companies can get company … Read more
Where Was HR In All These Sexual Harassment Scandals?
With the number of reports of sexual harassment now a tidal wave, some very pointed questions are being asked: “How could this have happened for all … Read more