By Michael R. Greco When is it okay for an employee to steal trade secrets? According to the New Jersey Supreme Court, the answer is when an employee is … Read more
Communication: The Cornerstone of an Engaged Workforce Culture
By Bob Kelleher Every company would like to capitalize on the potential benefits of employee engagement, but few executives and managers grasp the full … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Social Media in the Workplace, Legal Outsourcing, Bungled Layoffs
Think the battle for acceptance of social media in the workplace is over? Think again. “With social networking exploding,” The Miami Herald reports, “at … Read more
Corporate Wellness Programs: Are They a Wise Investment for Employers?
By Jeremy Sharp The new political climate in Washington, D.C., has increased the uncertainty regarding how health care in the United States will evolve in … Read more
Surviving a Problematic Boss: Crafting a Partnership That Benefits You Both
By Linda Hill and Kent Lineback What we’ve said so far may sound fine to you — in theory. But you may have a boss who presents problems. Perhaps he’s … Read more
The 100 Best Companies To Work For: It’s “A Benefit They Can’t Buy”
Fortune magazine is out with its annual list of 100 Best Companies To Work For and the names there are recognizable to anyone keeping track. SAS, the North … Read more
Ten Tips For Managing Up in a Top Down World
It may seem unnatural to manage those above you in the top-down world of business. But mastering this skill is exactly what must be done to excel in … Read more
The Steve Jobs Effect: 20% of Companies Are Not Ready for Leadership Loss
The big question on the mind of everyone who follows Apple is this: What will they do if Steve Jobs doesn’t come back? It’s a great question, … Read more
Making a Difference: What Higher Purpose Does Your Company Serve?
By Michael Burchell and Jennifer Robin When employees believe that their efforts make a difference, they feel that their work has an impact on the … Read more
Why Girl Scout Cookie Season is Something I Could Do Without
By Laurie Ruettimann Back in the day, I used to have a real job. I was a Human Resources generalist. It was my job to be bossy, cranky, and mean. I had a … Read more