Imagine the pride I feel for my profession when a friend of mine posts this (see below) on Facebook! Sorry. Forgive the sarcasm. But, it’s a valid point. I … Read more
What’s a Lapel Pin? A Recognition Award That Millennials Just Don’t Get
I had coffee with a group of friends last Sunday morning. One friend is a 25-year-old who works at one of the well-known Silicon Valley high tech … Read more
Employee Entitlement: It’s More Than Just a Generational Issue
If you are a person who enjoys peace and serenity, you don’t yell “fire” in a crowded theater, nor do you whisper “bomb” when going … Read more
The No. 1 Reason You Want Happy Workers? It Boosts Your Bottom Line
We all know that happy employees are much more productive and creative at their jobs than their unhappy counterparts. Yet, according to Gallup, unhappy … Read more
When Your Team Meetings Become Like Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving is a time for family. We have the eccentric uncle or an unpredictable cousin, but they are family. We enjoy the day and take a deep breath … Read more
25 Jobs to Target If You Have a Hire to Hurt Recruiting Strategy
Second of two parts If you want to maximize the amount of “hurt” you do to a competitor with a “Hire to Hurt” (or H2H for short) strategy as described … Read more
Study: CHROs Are Crucial Allies For the CEO — and, Potential Successors
The Korn Ferry Institute recently released a report that looks at the leadership traits of “best-in-class” executives, and the important relationship … Read more
Yes, Sometimes Good Guys Actually Finish First
The good guys — companies that are good to employees, to customers and to their communities — keep winning. That’s the hopeful news we found as we compiled … Read more
Engagement Matters, But It Is REALLY Critical in Health Care
Employee engagement is critical to customer satisfaction. This has been proven by study after study. And engagement is critical in any industry from retail … Read more
Raise the Grade on Recruitment Performance With Quarterly Incentives
Based on my experience, both as a former HR executive and as an agency owner, I believe corporate recruitment can be enhanced by borrowing strategies from … Read more