“[Cough, cough] I can’t come in today, I am very sick,” she said. I told her no problem; see you when you feel better. However, when she came … Read more
Weekly Wrap: I’m Not Buying Into the Latest “No Bosses” Trend
I’m not buying the notion that you can run a successful business without bosses or job titles. My friend Ron Thomas mentioned this recently in a TLNT … Read more
How to Make Sure You Have Engaged and Empowered Employees
When you have a lot at stake or a very high interest in an outcome, you’re more likely to do a better job (or at least try to). Your team members feel the … Read more
It Usually Pays Off to Help Employees Follow Their Dream
“I became an accountant because accountants are the career choice of my family. We are a family of accountants. But when I spent my first week for one of … Read more
Why Aren’t More Companies Focused on Their Employee Value Proposition?
During 2013, the economy continued to improve, corporate profits were on the rise, and the job market strengthened. It’s certain that many employees have … Read more
Why Manager Engagement, Leadership Style Is Critical for Team Success
Here’s a bit of a round-up of recent research and commentary on the role of the leader in employee engagement. Combined, they tell a quite … Read more
What Smart Companies Know: Everyone’s Unique and Different
It was evident my boss was losing patience with me, but honestly, it couldn’t be helped. The source of his frustration? I’d released my subordinate from … Read more
What Your Employees Really Need to Hear From You
Last week I wrote about the importance of information sharing across an organization. If you missed it it’s a very important idea. This week I want to … Read more
The Honest-to-God Truth About Engaging Millennials
Millennials have become a force to be reckoned with in the business world, and no other workplace demographic has been subject to more analyses, surveys, … Read more
7 Employee Appreciation Resolutions to Consider For 2014
While you’re thinking about your personal resolutions, why not consider how you could transform your company with more appreciative actions in the New … Read more