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
Hiring Wisdom: The Key to Making Better Hiring Decisions
The following is a best practice, proven technique for making better hiring decisions… There are two parts to every interview: Gathering information; and, … Read more
8 Ways to Tell If Your Executive Communications Are Executive Enough
Are you coming across at the right level? Becoming proficient at executive communications is critical for every mid-level manager. Many leaders are very … Read more
So, How Does OSHA Raise Penalties 82% and We Don’t Notice?
By Howard Mavity A lot of us woke up on Nov. 3 and exclaimed, “What the heck! How did that happen?” The two-year Budget Agreement President Obama signed on … Read more
Is Your Workforce Flexible and Resilient Enough to Survive a Merger?
Is your workforce resilient enough to survive a merger? For company founders and executive teams, mergers and acquisitions are often exciting – a … Read more