Empower, motivate, clarify, involve, passion, tough-mindedness — you have heard it all. Some people make a good living promoting these ideas. … Read more
Some Wage-Hour Questions You May Get Due to Hurricane Irene
By John E. Thompson Affected employers will no doubt have a variety of wage-hour questions in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. The number and scope of the … Read more
Survey: When It Comes to Promotions, Favoritism Usually Trumps Objectivity
You always suspected you didn’t get that promotion because the boss played favorites. Now there’s evidence you’re right. The majority of … Read more
Hurricane lrene’s Leadership Lesson: Action and Urgency Grabs Attention
I spent the weekend watching Hurricane Irene’s destructive trek up the Eastern Coast of the United States. I checked hurricane maps, every news channel I … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: The Rule When It Comes to Making Rules
Don’t have dumb rules. Don’t have too many rules. If they get in the way of doing business, get rid of them or change them. Don’t make your people break … Read more
When Payday Comes, How Will You Handle Earthquake & Hurricane Days?
Businesses up and down the East Coast will need to make some tough calls next payday as they try to figure out how to handle the days workers didn’t … Read more
The No. 1 Reason You SHOULD Always Drink at Office Parties
My dear friend Tim Sackett believes that it’s risky to drink at office functions. You might say something stupid. You might look foolish. You might put … Read more
Thank God It’s Monday: What It Takes For True Employee Engagement
Thank God It’s Monday While waiting on the bus the other morning, one of the other gentlemen at the stop started complaining about the local bus that makes … Read more
How to Get a Job: A Classic Cover Letter You’ll Never Forget
Editor’s Note: Weekly Wrap is on a well-needed summer vacation. It will return after Labor Day. It’s a tough time for job seekers, especially … Read more
Benefit Trends: What Your Employees Can Expect – and Be Planning For
Our insurance agent delivered the bad news last week – the company’s health insurance premiums are going up 19 percent next year. To curb this huge cost … Read more