Every year we get stupid business phrases that become part of our lexicon: “Use it or lose it!” “Necessary evil” “A seat at the table” “Thinking outside … Read more
What Is Engagement Worth? Amazon’s Pay to Quit May Let Us Know
The cost of turnover is estimated at 150 percent of an employee’s annual salary. But what if you could spend just $5,000 to find out which of your … Read more
Does the ADA Now Require That You Accommodate Stealing?
By Eric B. Meyer Back in 2011, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission sued Walgreens from disability discrimination. Specifically, the EEOC … Read more
Remembering the Work of So Many “Average” Heroes in Boston
Today is a solemn day of remembrance and tribute. Our U.S. headquarters is located near Boston, and several of our employees are regular runners of the … Read more
What Is Work? The Supreme Court’s Decision Will Sort It Out
By Carolyn A. Pellegrini “I have to go to work.” “Work was tough today.” “I don’t get paid enough for the work I do.” We make these or similar statements, … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Here’s What Great Employers REALLY Do
I’ve been thinking a lot about great employers lately, probably because I attended the Great Place to Work annual conference in New Orleans last … Read more
Will Congress Require Sex Harassment Training For Its Employees?
By David N. Goldman Many private employers, and the agencies under the federal executive branch, provide regular sexual harassment training to their … Read more
U.S. Senate Once Again Rejects Paycheck Protection Act
By Ilyse Wolens Schuman As expected, U.S. Senate supporters of the Paycheck Fairness Act (S. 2199) failed to muster the 60 votes needed to advance the bill … Read more
A New Fad: States, Local Governments Hiking the Minimum Wage
By Gregory Hanscom A centerpiece of President Obama’s current legislative agenda is raising the federal minimum wage. While many doubt a bill raising the … Read more
What Does Talent Want? A Strong Brand and a Great Place to Work
A look at LinkedIn’s recently released Talent Trends 2014 report provides some interesting data about what’s on the minds of today’s professional … Read more