I met a couple of HR friends of mine the other night for happy hour and talked with them about something that was on my mind. I mentioned that there has … Read more
Just Shut Up and Listen to What Younger Workers Have to Say
“Daddy, sometimes I want you to just listen and not try and solve everything.” That statement was from my daughter in her junior year of college. Now she … Read more
Employee Engagement: “How Did Things Ever Get So Far Apart?”
Editor’s Note: This week, TLNT is counting down the most popular posts of 2010. This is No. 12 in our Top 25. We’ll continue to do this through New Year’s … Read more
Looking to 2011 and Beyond: “Who You Gonna Call?” Will it be to HR?
This time of year always brings out the crystal ball for psychics, bloggers, writers, and thought leaders in every profession. Well, maybe not in that … Read more
Yes, It’s Possible: How HR Pros Can Create Their Own Moments of Zen
One of my favorite shows is The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and without fail, his closing segment always gets me. It’s called Moment of Zen and it … Read more
A Talent Shortage Still Exists for Results-Oriented Professionals
There is a shortage of leaders — even in our current economic environment — who bring both specific technical expertise and strategic general business … Read more
How E-Mail and Social Media Changed Our Lives
It’s easy to glance at the survey, “The New New Inbox: How E-mail and Social Media Changed Our Lives,” and come away a little worried. These are just some … Read more
HR Roundtable: Just What is it That HR is Measuring?
The December HR Roundtable in Cincinnati was challenging because the weather had begun to turn and the traffic to get to the location was gridlock. It was … Read more
What Do You Do When the Boss is an HR Nightmare?
I’m one of those managers who believes that actions speak louder than words. But, I also know that there are a number of high level managers and executives … Read more
When Practice Doesn’t Make Perfect
When I was growing up and learning new things, I was always told “practice makes perfect.” As I struggled with everything from tying my shoes … Read more