Recently, I sent out a survey to my e-newsletter subscribers to find out what employees don’t enjoy about celebrating the holidays, both in general and at … Read more
Does it Make Sense to Make Comp Decisions Without Any Link to Performance?
My job involves helping companies use technology to increase workforce productivity. This has taught me there is no one “best practice” when it comes to … Read more
When All Employees Feel Empowered, the Entire Organization Benefits
“I was raised to treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO.” That quote was from Janelle Monae at the recent BET awards ceremony, in which she … Read more
For More Motivated, Engaged Employees, Give Them More Autonomy
Whether your goal is to increase employee motivation, engagement, or morale, one of most effective actions you can take is to give employees more autonomy. … Read more
If There’s a Workplace Shooting, Don’t Lie on the Floor and be a Target
By Howard Mavity One would think that we are all desensitized to these terrible workplace shootings, but I find myself wrestling with the “whys” and “what … Read more
Salary Histories: It’s an Artificial Barrier That Too Many Companies Put Up
The first words out of most people’s mouths when I call them about a job are usually “what’s it pay?” And, if their first question is about pay, then that … Read more
Workplace Race Issues Can Be Solved IF We Address Them Openly and Honestly
After the recent protests in Baltimore and Ferguson, St. Louis Regional Chamber CEO Joe Reagan spoke out about how racial issues are routinely ignored in … Read more
How Holiday Expectations Can Drastically Affect Employee Engagement
The holiday season is a time for togetherness and peace, but in the 9-to-5 workplace it is also crunch time, when businesses close out for the year and try … Read more
4 Critical Signs You Need to Improve Your Relationship with Recruiters
You’ve been working with the same recruiter for a while, but their results have gotten stale. They’re not helping you find the best candidates, and you’re … Read more
Get Off the Phone and Remember: HR Is NOT Just an Order Taker
“HR must stop being order takers.” Browsing the Internet this week, I came across this quote from my good friend, Josh Bersin. It caused me to … Read more