If you’re battling to recruit and retain top talent, you must have talent practices that go beyond the mundane in order to get their attention. And, if you … Read more
Here’s What’s Broken in HR — and How You Can Help to Fix It
You may have heard the phrase “talent is the lifeblood of a company” before — and if it’s true, then that makes HR the central artery. As companies mature … Read more
Yes, It’s Performance Review Season. Here’s How to Handle That
It’s performance review season. Many of you in Corporate America are about to receive an annual overview of your behaviors and outputs. Then you’ll hear … Read more
HR Roundtable: How Will a Social Responsibility Focus Change the Workplace?
Before 2015 closed out, the HR Roundtable in Cincinnati gathered to discuss the topic of Social Responsibility by organizations. It seems to be a hot … Read more
A Focus on the Force: What the New “Star Wars” Teaches Us About Mentorship
Star Wars: The Force Awakens continues to blow up existing box-office records like they were Alderaan and it was the Death Star. Whether you’re a raving … Read more
A Road Map To Help HR Truly Become a Trusted Advisor
There is nothing better than a great speaking engagement where I learn from the attendees. I recently had the opportunity to share the story of my book, … Read more
Five Important 2016 New Year’s Resolutions for HR Professionals
Yes, 2015 was a tough year for employers. HR professionals and payroll departments in companies with 50 or more FTE’s were scrambling to get in shape for … Read more
Employee Engagement? It’s Just a Meaningless, “Feel Good” Business Metric
My company helps customers decrease turnover or increase employee performance using predictive analytics. During these assignments we identify existing … Read more
What I Learned About Leading People Watching Undercover Boss
One of the most fulfilling things for me over the holidays is watching the TV marathon. I sat today with TV as background and watched the show Undercover … Read more
Getting a Handle on Our Most Irreplaceable Workplace Resource
It’s that time of year – New Year’s resolution time. How many of us set resolutions with every good intention to follow through, but after a few months bad … Read more