We want a seat at the table? We want to add value? We want to positively influence the success of the business? OK, then let’s stop giving away one of our … Read more
Most Companies Fail at Innovation – But Here’s What to Do Instead
What’s the most powerful word in business today? Innovation. Read any blog, any news source, any prospectus and you will quickly stumble over … Read more
Don Rumsfeld’s 8 Rules For Successful Meetings
Here’s a question I have heard repeated for years — does anyone out there actually like meetings? I ask because in the world of business we … Read more
The Recruiting Dilemma: Do You Look for Cultural Fit, or for Innovation?
“The world hates change, yet it is the only thing that has brought progress.” — Charles Kettering There’s been a lot written lately about “cultural … Read more
Survey Says Helping People, Not Profits, Is Primary Driver for HR
I was chatting with some talent acquisition leaders at the recent ERE conference when I mentioned an innovative application being demo-ed by one of the … Read more
True Work-Life Balance? It’s a Myth We Need to Quit Worrying About
Work-Life balance. As a Baby Boomer teen born to Depression-era parents, I never heard that term once. It didn’t exist back then and, if it had, it would … Read more
An Effective Company Culture: It Only Happens When Everybody Owns It
Culture. I write about it all the time, yet I never seem to unpack all the myriad facets of culture. Just think about all the different ways the word … Read more
5 Reasons You May Not Be the Best Person to Train Your Employees
OK, so you should onboard new employees, make sure that they understand the mission and goals of your department, review policies and procedures, go over … Read more
Dealing With a New Company Culture: Do you Compromise, or Adjust?
How are you going to deal with a new culture? Do you think the leadership style in another country will make a difference? I know that you can be very … Read more
Important Message For Your Workers? Make It Short, Sweet, and Entertaining
When you fly, do you actually pay attention to the airline safety announcement? Neither do I. These FAA-mandated announcements are, for the most part, … Read more